Flying from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Mogadishu.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to board your MGQ to MED flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MGQ and MED include:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is $389. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $809. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MGQ to MED if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird rates.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a flight from Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from MGQ to MED.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Mogadishu International Airport (MGQ)
Mogadishu International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from MGQ touch down on schedule 82.76% of the time.
Mogadishu International Airport is about 5 kilometers from central Mogadishu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your flight from Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport off to a relaxed start. Just a short drive from MGQ, stay at Lovely 3-Bed Apartment in Mogadishu and be well-rested for the trip ahead.
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near MED instead:
Pick up a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car and explore Madinah and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to central Madinah has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometers away.
Traveling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Madinah. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from Mogadishu International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from MGQ to MED in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) on average.
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