Travelling from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Madinah is one hour behind Salalah and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your SLL to MED flight.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Getting to Madinah (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with flynas. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with flynas on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SLL and MED include:
Dubai Airport
Muscat International Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Salalah International Airport (SLL) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
RM795 is currently the best price for a one-way Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Return flights start at RM1,669. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from SLL to MED. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from SLL to MED couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
Handy information about Salalah International Airport (SLL)
83.38% of flights departing from Salalah International Airport reach their destination on time. With its strong on-time stats, you're unlikely to be delayed when jetting out of SLL.
Salalah International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Salalah. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SLL. Whether you're taking an early flight from Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you're arriving on a late Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near MED:
Grab a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and discover Madinah and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
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 drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Madinah in April.
Lock in your flight from Salalah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Madinah during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SLL to MED sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, a visit to Jeddah will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Mecca is another well-known destination in Saudi Arabia and is around 338 kilometres south of Madinah. No journey is complete without seeing View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.