Traveling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is two hours 30 minutes behind Chennai.
Your MAA to MED flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Chennai Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MAA and MED include:
Hamad International Airport
Bahrain International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
$177 is the lowest price for a one-way Chennai Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $328. These fares may change depending on demand.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MAA to MED. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment the price changes on cheap flights from MAA to MED.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Chennai 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 Chennai Airport (MAA)
When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, data shows 76.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Chennai Airport is about 19 kilometers from central Chennai. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near MAA. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Reserve a hotel close to MED if you're taking a late Chennai Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and chase adventure across Madinah and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport about four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
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.
When traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
July is the most popular month for flights from Chennai Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Madinah in April.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Lock in your flights from Chennai Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MAA to MED in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
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