Flying from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can take off from in Belfast. Check out your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when reserving your flight from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED).
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. The city operates on the UTC+3 timezone and is three hours ahead of Belfast.
To ensure you get on your flight from Belfast to MED, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Peak season means busier airports, so be there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Belfast to MED even cheaper with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. Hurghada International Airport (HRG) is an option when taking off from Belfast International Airport (BFS).
BFS is around 32 kms (20 miles) from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 2 hours.
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Of all flights departing from Belfast International Airport, 67.55% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
With public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 8 kms (5 miles) away, and getting there by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport the day before your Belfast to MED flight:
68.3% of flights out of George Best Belfast City Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Have a late flight from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Don't let it end in exhaustion. Stay at one of these hotels near MED and hit the pillow fast:
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Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Central Madinah is roughly 9 miles from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Journey times by cab or car hire will vary depending on time of day, so do a little research ahead of time.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
£165 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. A return flight starts from £412. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Belfast to MED. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more it could cost you.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport tickets across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED). July is when most people travel to Madinah. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
When booking your Belfast to MED plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in January when temperatures are between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Madinah
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Madinah right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Belfast to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport:
Your Madinah visit should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that belong on your itinerary include Makkah and Medina, Al Masjid-e-Nabawi and Princess Sheikha Mosque.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
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