Travelling from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 5 minutes.
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Manama.
Each week, there are 30 Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, jump on the 09:50 Gulf Air flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the latest flight is at 16:20 with Gulf Air.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your BAH to MED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Travelling to Madinah (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy with Gulf Air. This popular carrier has direct flights from Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Most travellers choose to travel with Gulf Air on this route.
Gulf Air is the most punctual carrier offering BAH to MED flights. An exceptional 92.86% of its departures on this route land as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here's where you can stop between BAH and MED:
Kuwait International Airport
Hamad International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bahrain International Airport (BAH) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is RM509. A round-trip plane ticket is currently RM761. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from BAH to MED, book your journey six months ahead of your planned departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Bahrain International Airport (BAH)
85.53% of flights leaving Bahrain International Airport land at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from BAH.
Bahrain International Airport is about 8 kilometres from central Manama. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near BAH? If you're boarding an early flight from Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you're arriving on a late Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near MED:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Madinah's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
From Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Madinah is approximately 23 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It'll take around 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit Madinah based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Bahrain International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport for August if you want to explore Madinah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BAH to MED sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Madinah. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, Mecca is another essential stop in Saudi Arabia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.