Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is three hours behind Madinah.
To avoid missing your MED to Glasgow flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
Whether you want to visit a new place on the way or just have a break, we make it easy to find flight tickets from MED to Glasgow with a stopover. To check out your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport (DXB) is a top connection hub.
The journey from central Madinah to MED takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near MED:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 77.98% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Glasgow
R 4,113 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow flight. A round-trip flight ticket right now is R 8,253. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from MED to Glasgow. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
Landing cheap tickets from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow is more likely if you're flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to access the lowest fares across every month and land a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to the centre of Glasgow takes around 15 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Think about booking a hotel near GLA if you have a late flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Glasgow International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Alamo and explore beyond Glasgow's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Glasgow International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from MED to Glasgow.
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Glasgow. Following your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow, it'll take you around 40 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
If you travel by public transport, the journey will take you 55 minutes or so.
There are some great places ready to welcome you near PIK. Unwind and get cosy after your MED to Glasgow flight at one of these well-located options:
Europcar, Keddy By Europcar and Arnold Clark make collecting a Glasgow Prestwick Airport rental car quick and easy. These reliable suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.
Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from PIK two weeks in advance often means lower prices and a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Glasgow
Travel to Glasgow during peak season if you want a lively atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Book a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 9ºC (48ºF) to 20ºC (68ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MED to Glasgow in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF) on average.
More about Glasgow
Once you've booked your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these options your base for exploring Glasgow:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, Glasgow Cathedral and Riverside Museum are must-visits when exploring Glasgow.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've experienced Glasgow. Around 402 kilometres away to the south-east, popular attractions include Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
If you want to check out another side of United Kingdom, head for Cardiff, roughly 499 kilometres south of Glasgow. Cardiff Castle, Bute Park and Cardiff Bay are among the biggest draws.
