Flying from Madinah Airport (MED) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know
The timezone in San Francisco is UTC-8, which is 11 hours behind Madinah.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your MED to SFO flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as September, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between MED and SFO include:
Istanbul Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madinah Airport (MED) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
$894 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,553. These prices may change depending on availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from MED to SFO. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from MED to SFO by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Handy information about Madinah Airport (MED)
Of all flights leaving Madinah Airport, 74% land on time at their destination.
To get to Madinah Airport from central Madinah, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel close to MED? If you're boarding an early flight from Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
If you're arriving on a late Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near SFO:
Go where the road takes you with a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and find adventure across San Francisco and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from San Francisco International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The quietest month for a flight from Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from Madinah Airport to San Francisco International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with the temperature ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MED to SFO in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
San Francisco is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States waiting to be explored. About 64 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, a visit to San Jose will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.
Around 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco, Fresno is another essential stop in the United States. No visit is complete without checking out Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
