Travelling from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) leaving from here.
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah. The city operates in the UTC+3 timezone and is 2 hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to MED, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a popular month such as August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Colombo to MED that includes a stopover. To see all the options departing from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CMB and MED include:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
CMB is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the best route and your public transport options.
After an easy start to your break? Stay near Bandaranaike International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Consider booking a hotel near MED if you're catching a late flight from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to the centre of Madinah is about 25 minutes in a car. It's approximately 23 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is RM1,189. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM2,142. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from Colombo to MED if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Madinah in April when it's quieter.
Book your flight from Colombo to MED for August if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Madinah to range from 24ºC to 44ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 8ºC and 25ºC on average.
More about Madinah
Once you've booked your flight from Colombo to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Madinah:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Quba Mosque, Mount Uhud and The Seven Mosques are popular attractions which should be on any good Madinah itinerary.
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