Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Frankfurt: what you need to know
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. Following the UTC+1 timezone, Frankfurt is two hours behind Madinah.
Leave enough time to catch your MED to Frankfurt flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it simple to book flight tickets from MED to Frankfurt with a stopover. To see the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
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MED is around 14 kilometres from central Madinah. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near MED. Whether you're catching an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77.98% of flights taking off from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Frankfurt
The best price we've seen for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt flight is R 2,464. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 8,418. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from MED to Frankfurt, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights first go on sale.
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Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA) is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 35 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt. Check in to one of these accommodation options near FRA instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Frankfurt Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Wheego, Alamo or OK Mobility and see more of Frankfurt and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Frankfurt Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MED to Frankfurt can help you secure the lowest rate.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) is roughly 121 kilometres from the centre of Frankfurt. After your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt, it'll take you around 1 hour 30 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 40 minutes.
After stepping off your MED to Frankfurt flight, settle in at a hotel close to HHN. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Flex To Go, Alamo and Keddy By Europcar make collecting a Frankfurt - Hahn Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted providers are located in or around the terminal and will have you behind the wheel before you know it.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from HHN four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Frankfurt
Before booking your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Frankfurt offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
Book a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -4ºC (25ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from MED to Frankfurt around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Frankfurt
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Frankfurt right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Frankfurt:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Goethe House, Palmengarten and Frankfurt Cathedral are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Frankfurt itinerary.
Explore more of Germany
Frankfurt will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other corners of Germany just waiting to be explored. About 418 kilometres north-east of Frankfurt, a trip to Berlin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Brandenburg Gate, Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery.
Hamburg is another sought-after destination in Germany and is around 386 kilometres north of Frankfurt. No trip is complete without experiencing Miniatur Wunderland, Elbphilharmonie Hamburg and Port of Hamburg.