Flying from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 2 hours 50 minutes.
Madinah's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Madinah one hour behind Sharjah.
Every week, there are 44 Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flights. To get going as soon as possible, take the 07:25 Air Arabia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the last flight is at 18:15 with flynas.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport on time to catch your SHJ to MED flight.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Travelling to Madinah (and then seeing more of Saudi Arabia!) is a breeze with Air Arabia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Air Arabia on this route.
The most punctual carrier that offers SHJ to MED flights is Air Arabia. Its services land as planned 75.21% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between SHJ and MED:
King Khaled International Airport
Hamad International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
ج.م. 6,452 is the lowest price for a one-way Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ج.م. 11,274. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from SHJ to MED.
October is the cheapest month for flights from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. If you prefer to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from SHJ to MED is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Discover the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Sharjah International Airport (SHJ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Sharjah International Airport, data shows 76.09% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Sharjah International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Sharjah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a handy hotel near SHJ? If you're catching an early flight from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Book a hotel near MED if you have a late Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and experience the lesser-explored corners of Madinah and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
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 reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Madinah based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Sharjah International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport for August if you'd like to go to Madinah during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 44ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SHJ to MED in January. Average temperatures are between 8ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Madinah. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
Around 338 kilometres south of Madinah, Mecca is another favourite stop in Saudi Arabia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park.