Travelling from Madinah Airport (MED) to Faisalabad Airport (LYP): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport is 4 hours 35 minutes.
Faisalabad's timezone is UTC+5, making Faisalabad two hours ahead of Madinah.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your MED to LYP flight.
Flying during a peak month such as September? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
PIA has direct flights from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Faisalabad — and maybe even more of Pakistan if your schedule allows.
The airline with the highest booking volume on this route is PIA.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for MED to LYP flights is PIA.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between MED and LYP:
Dubai Airport
Sharjah Airport
Bahrain Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Faisalabad Airport (LYP)
Currently, R 2,858 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,761. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MED to LYP if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird discounts.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MED to LYP by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
When it comes to Madinah Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Central Madinah to Madinah Airport is approximately 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near MED:
Arriving at Faisalabad Airport (LYP)
Consider staying at Royalton Hotel after your Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport flight. It's not too far from LYP and a comfy option if you're eager to freshen up right away.
Getting from Faisalabad Airport (LYP) to central Faisalabad
Faisalabad Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Faisalabad. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Faisalabad Airport (LYP)
The quietest month for a flight from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport is March, while May is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Faisalabad based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Lock in your flight from Madinah Airport to Faisalabad Airport for June if you'd like to visit Faisalabad during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 29ºC (84ºF) and 46ºC (115ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MED to LYP in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of Pakistan
Faisalabad is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Pakistan just waiting to be explored. Around 121 kilometres east of Faisalabad, a trip to Lahore will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Mavi Mosque(blue mosque), Indo-Islamic Design Monument and Jamia Masjid Shah Jamaat.
Rawalpindi is another must-experience destination in Pakistan and is around 257 kilometres north of Faisalabad. No trip is complete without experiencing Jāmi Masjid al-Muzaffar, Jāmi Masjid e Qubā and Jamia Masjid.