Flying from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Madinah Airport (MED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is one hour ahead of Cairo.
Flights from CAI to MED start at 00:35 — the first with Saudia. The last departure is at 23:35 with EgyptAir. In total, you can take your pick of 78 weekly Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport flights.
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 catch your CAI to MED flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
You'll find plenty of airlines that offer direct flights from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport. Fly nonstop to Madinah with these popular carriers and discover this exciting part of Saudi Arabia:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is EgyptAir.
Saudia is the most punctual carrier that operates CAI to MED flights. An impressive 83.52% of its departures on this route arrive as scheduled.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAI and MED:
Jeddah Airport
Hurghada Airport
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo Airport (CAI) to Madinah Airport (MED)
$137 is currently the best price for a one-way Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport flight. Return flights start at $267. These fares can change depending on availability.
Book 11 months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAI to MED.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport.
Handy information about Cairo Airport (CAI)
Of the flights that depart from Cairo Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Cairo Airport from central Cairo, it takes about 45 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near CAI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Madinah Airport (MED)
Book a hotel close to MED if you have a late Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own pace with a Madinah Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and discover more of Madinah and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Madinah Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Madinah Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Madinah Airport is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Madinah. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Madinah Airport (MED)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport. September is the busiest month to visit Madinah. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 44ºC. Lock in your flights from Cairo Airport to Madinah Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CAI to MED in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
You've visited Madinah, now it's time to discover more of Saudi Arabia. Travel around 338 kilometres south to Jeddah to tick off its leading sights. From Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad) to Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in Saudi Arabia, head for Mecca, roughly 338 kilometres south of Madinah. Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif are key highlights.