Flying from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): what you need to know
Madinah is ten hours ahead of Vancouver and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
To ensure you catch your YVR to MED flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Vancouver International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight is $1,826. A return plane ticket is currently $1,957. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from YVR to MED, book in advance. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
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Handy information about Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
71.77% of flights taking off from Vancouver International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Vancouver International Airport from central Vancouver, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Vancouver International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to YVR:
Arriving at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
If you're arriving on a late Vancouver International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near MED:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Enterprise or Budget and explore beyond Madinah's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around four weeks ahead increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Madinah. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Madinah. If you're after a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Vancouver International Airport to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YVR to MED sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Jeddah is just one of the many places in Saudi Arabia waiting to be explored once you've seen Madinah. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Faisal Sports Park, Athr Gallery and Jeddah Park Fountain.
If you're eager to discover another major destination in Saudi Arabia, head for Mecca, about 338 kilometres south of Madinah. View point, Pelontaran Jumrah Mina and Al Arak Park are among its highlights.