Flying from Madinah Airport (MED) to Dubai Airport (DXB): what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport is 2 hours 40 minutes.
The timezone in Dubai is UTC+4, which is one hour ahead of Madinah.
Choose from 24 weekly Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport flights. The 00:55 departure with flydubai is the earliest flight available. Emirates operates the last service of the day at 17:55.
To ensure you get on your MED to DXB flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months such as September, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
You can fly nonstop to Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Book a ticket with one of these airlines offering direct flights from Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport:
Flydubai is the airline most travelers choose for this route.
Flynas leads the way as the most punctual carrier for MED to DXB flights, with 87.72% of its services landing as scheduled.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MED and DXB:
Riyadh Airport
Hamad International Airport
Kuwait Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to Dubai Airport (DXB)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport flight is $100. A return fare right now is $235. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MED to DXB if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The cheapest month for flights from Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from MED to DXB.
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Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
74% of flights leaving from Madinah Airport land at their destination on time.
To reach Madinah Airport from central Madinah, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near MED:
Arriving at Dubai Airport (DXB)
Reserve a hotel close to DXB if you're catching a late Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Dubai Airport rental car and explore Dubai and beyond with your own set of wheels. AMEX, Autostrad Rent A Car and Quicklease Car Rental are popular outlets to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Dubai Airport about three weeks ahead.
When to fly to Dubai Airport (DXB)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport. December is the busiest month to head to Dubai. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Book your flight from Madinah Airport to Dubai Airport for July if you want to visit Dubai during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 30ºC (86ºF) and 42ºC (108ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MED to DXB in January. Average temperatures are between 14ºC (57ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of the United Arab Emirates
Dubai has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United Arab Emirates just waiting to be explored. Around 23 kilometers north-east of Dubai, a trip to Sharjah will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Rain Room, Al Noor Mosque and Adventureland.
Around 121 kilometers south-west of Dubai, Abu Dhabi is another essential stop in the United Arab Emirates. Start your sightseeing at Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Mosque and Emirates Palace.