£38 Cheap flights from Riyadh to Medina

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Return

£91

RUHRiyadhMEDMedina

Mon 26 Oct – Mon 2 Nov

7 nights

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One-way

£38

RUHRiyadhMEDMedina

Fri 25 Dec

One way

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Last-minute weekend

£141

RUHRiyadhMEDMedina

Thu 22 – Sat 24 Oct

2 nights

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Week-long trip

£71

RUHRiyadhMEDMedina

Thu 4 – Tue 9 Feb

5 nights

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Key info about flying to Medina

Depart from

King Khalid International

Arrive to

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz

Flights per week

324

Flight distance

708 km

Flight deals to Medina

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Cheapest

Fri, 25 Dec

Riyadh RUH → Medina MED

from £38

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Mon, 14 Dec

Riyadh RUH → Medina MED

from £40

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Direct

Sat, 31 Oct

Riyadh RUH → Medina MED

from £43

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Ways to fly from Riyadh to Medina

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Cheap one-way

£49

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£92

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Direct flights from Riyadh to Medina

See how many direct flights run each week and which airlines operate them.

0Direct flights per week
0Daily average
flynasflynas0 direct flights / week
FlyadealFlyadeal0 direct flights / week
Saudi Arabian AirlinesSaudi Arabian Airlines0 direct flights / week

Airlines that fly from Riyadh to Medina

Options may vary by recent bookings and your search.

Saudi Arabian AirlinesflynasQatar AirwaysFlyadealFly Dubai

Getting from Medina's airport to the city center

Fastest options: taxi and ride-hailing services. Budget travelers often choose public buses.

Medina is served by Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), located approximately 15 km northeast of the city center. As one of the holiest cities in Islam, Medina welcomes millions of visitors annually, particularly during Hajj and Umrah seasons. Airport transfers to city center destinations include taxis, ride-hailing services, public buses, hotel shuttles, and private transfers. Journey times typically range from 20 to 40 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your final destination within the city.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

20-35 min

SAR 50 – SAR 80; metered fare; approximately $13–21 USD

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

door-to-door convenience

20-35 min

SAR 35 – SAR 70; varies by demand; approximately $9–19 USD

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

app-based booking

20-35 min

SAR 35 – SAR 70; varies by demand; approximately $9–19 USD

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

regional ride-hailing app

30-50 min

SAR 10 – SAR 20; approximately $3–5 USD

every 30–60 min (traffic dependent)

budget travelers

25-45 min

SAR 0 – SAR 100; often complimentary; check with hotel

scheduled by hotel (traffic dependent)

hotel guests

20-35 min

SAR 100 – SAR 200; pre-booked; approximately $27–53 USD

pre-booked (traffic dependent)

groups and families

20-35 min

SAR 150 – SAR 300; per day; approximately $40–80 USD

on-demand (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

Notes:

  • Prices in SAR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • During Hajj and Umrah seasons, expect significantly higher demand and longer wait times for all transport options.
  • Taxi fares are metered; agree on fare before departure or ensure meter is running.
  • Ride-hailing apps Uber and Careem are widely used and accepted at the airport.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Weather in Medina

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January22°C11°C
February25°C12°C
March30°C16°C
April34°C20°C
May38°C24°C
June41°C27°C
July42°C27°C
August42°C28°C
September40°C26°C
October35°C21°C
November28°C16°C
December24°C12°C
Hottest Month
42°C
August
Coldest month
11°C
January
Sunny days
356
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
17 Oct
37°C24°C
24 Oct
37°C25°C
Sunday
18 Oct
36°C24°C
25 Oct
37°C24°C
Monday
19 Oct
37°C24°C
26 Oct
57%
36°C25°C
Tuesday
20 Oct
36°C24°C
27 Oct
57%
37°C26°C
Wednesday
21 Oct
37°C24°C
28 Oct
57%
37°C27°C
Thursday
22 Oct
57%
37°C24°C
29 Oct
17%
35°C26°C
Friday
23 Oct
36°C25°C
30 Oct
34°C27°C
The distance between Riyadh and Medina is 708 km. The most popular airlines for this route are Saudi Arabian Airlines, flynas, Qatar Airways, Flyadeal, and Fly Dubai. Riyadh and Medina have 324 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to travel from Riyadh to Medina?

A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Riyadh and Medina takes around 1.6 hours.

What is the flight distance between Riyadh and Medina?

The flight distance between Riyadh and Medina is 708 km.

What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Riyadh and Medina?

Several carriers operate flights between Riyadh and Medina. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Saudi Arabian Airlines, flynas, Flyadeal.

What are the most popular routes to and from Riyadh?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Riyadh and London, Jeddah, Dubai, Manchester, Cairo, Birmingham, Dammam, Amman, Manila, Tabuk, Abha, Glasgow, Ta if, Manama, Istanbul, Beirut, Islamabad, Doha, Hyderabad, Jizan.

What are the most popular routes to and from Medina?

Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Medina and London, Manchester, Dammam, Birmingham, Dubai, Cairo, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Istanbul, Tashkent, Muscat, Jeddah, Tabuk, Pristina, Glasgow, Bristol, Belfast, Edinburgh, Manama, Amman.

What airports are near Medina?

The main airport in Medina is Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz. It is also served by Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz, Yanbu.

Which airlines fly between Riyadh and Medina?

Currently, you can fly between Riyadh and Medina with Saudi Arabian Airlines, flynas, Qatar Airways, Flyadeal, Fly Dubai.

When’s the best time to travel between Riyadh and Medina?

If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Riyadh and Medina, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.

What flights operate between Riyadh and Medina?

Traveling between Riyadh and Medina, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.

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