Traveling from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Glasgow: what you need to know
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. Based in the UTC+0 timezone, Glasgow is 3 hours behind Madinah.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from MED to Glasgow.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during high season in general.
Stopovers offer the perfect opportunity to discover a new city or just take a break during your trip. When booking your flight from MED to Glasgow, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to explore all potential stops. Dubai Airport (DXB) is a great option.
To visit United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you'll need an ETA if you hold a passport from Saudi Arabia. However, visa rules are subject to change and other documentation may be needed depending on the length and purpose of your stay. Always check the latest guidelines before you book your cheap ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow.
MED is around 23 kilometers from central Madinah. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the center, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be approximately 49 minutes.
Have an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near MED:
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Glasgow
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow is $183. The cheapest price for a return flight is $499. Bear in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from MED to Glasgow, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
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Airports in Glasgow
Glasgow International Airport (GLA)
Glasgow International Airport (GLA) to central Glasgow is approximately 14 kilometers. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the center driving.
When traveling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 33 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow. Stay at one of these accommodation options near GLA instead:
Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK)
After your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow has arrived, you can make your way to the city center in about 38 minutes by car. Central Glasgow is approximately 48 kilometers from Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK).
You can expect the journey to take approximately 53 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places where you can make a pit stop near PIK. Tuck yourself in and get cozy after your flight from MED to Glasgow at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Glasgow
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow. June is the most popular month to travel to Glasgow. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Glasgow is July, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 20ºC. Lock in your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap flight from MED to Glasgow in January when temperatures average between -1ºC and 7ºC.
More about Glasgow
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Glasgow right here. Browse these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Glasgow:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Glasgow Cathedral, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum and Riverside Museum are top sights which should feature on every Glasgow itinerary.
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