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Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport

Medina, Saudi Arabia
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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.
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Route map (28 destinations)

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Routes

MED → AUHEY · 320
MED → DXBEK · 332
MED → DXBFZ · 73H
MED → BAHGF · 320
MED → SHJG9 · 320
MED → HBEMS · 320 738
MED → CAIMS · 333 330 738
MED → MUXNL · 320
MED → MUXPK · 310
MED → ISBPK · 310
MED → KHIPK · 310
MED → LHEPK · 777
MED → DOHQR · 320 321
MED → AMMRJ · 320 340 321
MED → AHBSV · E70
MED → CAISV · 320 74E 772
MED → ESBSV · 74E
MED → ISTTK · 321 343 330 332
MED → BAHSV · 320
MED → ISTSV · 320
MED → RUHSV · E70 321 320 772 773 74E
MED → ULHSV · E70
MED → ELQSV · E70
MED → TUUSV · E70
MED → DMMSV · E70 321 320 772
MED → DXBSV · 320
MED → JEDSV · E70 321 320
MED → TUNTU · 320 32A
MED → MCTWY · 73G 738
MED → GIZXY · 320
MED → KRTXY · 320
MED → KWIXY · 320
MED → RUHXY · 320
MED → AUHXY · 320
MED → HTYXY · 320
MED → JEDXY · 320 747
MED → SAWXY · 320
MED → AMMXY · 320
MED → DMMXY · 320
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City & Place Guide

Islam's second holiest city, serene and spiritually profound.

Medina is one of the most sacred cities in Islam, home to the Prophet's Mosque (Al-Masjid an-Nabawi), the burial site of the Prophet Muhammad. Access to the city's holiest sites is restricted to Muslims only, making it a deeply personal pilgrimage destination for millions of visitors each year.

The city has undergone significant modernization in recent decades, with luxury hotels, wide boulevards, and expanded mosque facilities accommodating millions of pilgrims annually. Despite this growth, Medina retains a calm, devotional atmosphere quite different from the bustle of Mecca.

Beyond its religious significance, Medina offers historical sites tied to early Islamic history, traditional markets selling dates and prayer goods, and warm hospitality from locals accustomed to welcoming pilgrims from around the world.

  • •Al-Masjid an-Nabawi — the Prophet's Mosque, Islam's second holiest site and a place of immense spiritual significance
  • •Quba Mosque — believed to be the first mosque ever built in Islamic history
  • •Al-Baqi Cemetery — historic graveyard where many of the Prophet's companions are buried
  • •Mount Uhud — site of a pivotal early Islamic battle with rich historical context
  • •Al-Madinah Museum — showcases the city's history and archaeological heritage
  • •Qiblatain Mosque — unique mosque historically featuring two prayer directions

Getting around: Medina has a modern metro line (Haramain High Speed Railway connects it to Mecca and Jeddah) and a dedicated Al-Haramain rail link. Within the city, taxis and rideshare apps like Careem and Uber operate reliably. Buses serve major routes, and many pilgrimage areas near the mosque are comfortably walkable.

Best time: The cooler months from November through February offer the most comfortable temperatures for visiting, though the city welcomes pilgrims year-round.

Local food: Try Madfoon slow-roasted lamb, fresh Medjool dates from local markets, Jareesh cracked wheat porridge, and traditional Arabic coffee (qahwa) served with cardamom.

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Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport
Encyclopaedia

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport, more commonly known as Medina Airport, is an airport located in Medina, Saudi Arabia. The airport accommodates charter international flights during the Hajj and Umrah seasons. Pilgrims may enter Saudi Arabia through this airport or through King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah. It is the fourth-busiest airport in Saudi Arabia and the 18th busiest airport in the Middle East, handling 10,912,802 passengers in 2024. It is named in honor of Mohammad bin Abdulaziz, the first governor of the Medina Province.

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