Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madinah Airport (MED): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.
The timezone in Madinah is UTC+3, which is three hours ahead of London.
Each week, there are seven London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to MED flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Madinah (and then exploring more of Saudi Arabia!) is easy with Wizz Air UK. This popular airline has direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport.
Wizz Air UK is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between LGW and MED include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Jeddah Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Madinah Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport flight is $284. A round-trip fare is currently $547. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGW to MED, book early. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from LGW to MED.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
82% of flights departing from London Gatwick Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. With its strong on-time stats, delays are unlikely when jetting out of LGW.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 5 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a taxi.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to LGW:
Arriving at Madinah Airport (MED)
If you're arriving on a late London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping shortly after at one of these hotels near MED:
Pick up a Madinah Airport rental car and explore Madinah and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Enterprise and Budget are popular providers to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Madinah Airport around four weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to Madinah Airport (MED)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport is March, while September is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit Madinah based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Madinah is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 44ºC (111ºF). Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to Madinah Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGW to MED in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF) then.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many cities in Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Madinah. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Jeddah Old Town (Al Balad), Digital Art Museum (Team Lab) and Jeddah Beach.
If you want to check out another great destination in Saudi Arabia, head for Mecca, roughly 338 kilometres south of Madinah. Almashar Alharam Mosque, Mecca and Masjid Al Khaif are among its highlights.