Gateway to Islam's second holiest city, Medina.
Opened
1974
Location
Medina, Saudi Arabia
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport serves Medina, Saudi Arabia, one of the holiest cities in Islam and home to the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi). The airport is a critical hub for Hajj and Umrah pilgrims traveling to the city year-round, particularly during peak religious seasons.
The airport underwent a major expansion and modernization project, with a new terminal opened in 2015 to significantly increase passenger capacity and improve facilities for the large influx of religious travelers. The facility is managed under Saudi Arabia's broader aviation infrastructure development plans.
Operating under the IATA code MED and ICAO code OEMA, the airport handles both domestic Saudi Arabian Airlines flights and numerous international carriers connecting Medina to Muslim-majority countries across the world.
Terminals
The airport features a main passenger terminal that was substantially expanded and renovated, with a new terminal inaugurated in 2015 to accommodate increased pilgrimage traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options include taxis, private car services, and bus connections linking the airport to central Medina and the Haramain High Speed Railway station.
Airlines here
Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) serves as the primary carrier, alongside international airlines including Flynas, Air Arabia, Turkish Airlines, EgyptAir, and various carriers from Muslim-majority countries.
Notable facts
- ›The airport serves millions of Hajj and Umrah pilgrims annually.
- ›A new terminal opened in 2015 raised capacity to approximately 8 million passengers per year.
- ›Medina is restricted to Muslims only, and the airport handles predominantly Muslim travelers.
- ›The airport is connected to the Haramain High Speed Railway, linking Medina to Mecca and Jeddah.
- ›It is one of several airports in Saudi Arabia upgraded as part of the Vision 2030 infrastructure initiative.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
