Flying from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): What you need to know
Melbourne's main base, Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL), is where new adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED).
Madinah is eight hours behind Melbourne. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Melbourne to MED.
During peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Melbourne to MED. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL). Make a stop (and maybe make your fare cheaper) by passing through one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 24 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Melbourne Tullamarine Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
67.71% of flights that take off from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Avalon Airport (AVV)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Melbourne to AVV in around 2 hours 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 56 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 50 minutes.
Unwind before your Melbourne to MED flight at a hotel close to Avalon Airport. Corio Bay Motel is one option where you can wake up and get to the airport with time to spare.
The majority of flights that leave Avalon Airport land at their destination as expected. It boasts a strong on-time performance rate of 80.09%.
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Make yourself comfy at one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Pick up a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Madinah and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are leading providers to choose from here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is around 14 kilometres from central Madinah. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
P22,063 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Return flights start at P56,235. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Melbourne to MED if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Affordable Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then pick the cheapest day.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
The best time to fly from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Madinah based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a lively atmosphere.
Book a Melbourne to MED plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Madinah to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF).
More about Madinah
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Madinah right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport:
Makkah and Medina and Al Masjid-e-Nabawi are just a couple of the popular attractions to add to your Madinah travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Princess Sheikha Mosque.
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 177 kilometres west of Madinah, a visit to Yanbu will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Dolphin beach resort yanbu, Yanbu Historic Area and Flamingo beach.
Want to visit Splash Water Park? Then head toward Rābigh. Another great place to stop in Saudi Arabia, it's around 193 kilometres south of Madinah.