Travelling from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is 3 hours 20 minutes.
Ankara and Madinah follow the same timezone, UTC+3.
Your ESB to MED flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Pegasus has direct flights from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Madinah — and maybe even more of Saudi Arabia if you have time.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Pegasus on this route.
With an impressive 90.91% of services arriving on schedule, Turkish Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating ESB to MED flights.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ESB and MED:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Esenboga International Airport (ESB) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
At the moment, $152 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $406. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from ESB to MED, book your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from ESB to MED by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Lock in the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Esenboga International Airport (ESB)
Of all flights departing from Esenboga International Airport, 78.41% touch down on time at their destination.
Central Ankara to Esenboga International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 5 minutes when using public transport.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near ESB. Whether you have an early flight from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on an Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and venture far and wide through Madinah and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Madinah. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Madinah based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Esenboga International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 44ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from ESB to MED in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC on average.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored. About 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a visit to Jeddah will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Mecca is another sought-after destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometres south of Madinah. No trip is complete without a visit to View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.
