On this page, you can book flights from Istanbul to Medina. This 2,083 km route is serviced regularly, with around 44 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by airlines such as Saudi Arabian Airlines and Pegasus Airlines. We recommend using the price trends chart and calendar to find the best deals, and also checking how to get to Istanbul's airports and how to get from Medina airport.
The table shows direct flights Istanbul → Medina on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 25 min. Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines, AJet and Pegasus Airlines. Departures from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport airports, arrivals at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Istanbul — Medina by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 489 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 918 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Istanbul → Medina, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,258 | medium | May | AED 1,208 | medium | Sep | AED 1,157 | low |
| Feb | AED 1,183 | low | Jun | AED 1,409 | high | Oct | AED 1,208 | medium |
| Mar | AED 1,233 | medium | Jul | AED 1,510 | high | Nov | AED 1,183 | low |
| Apr | AED 1,132 | low | Aug | AED 1,359 | medium | Dec | AED 1,459 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
June is the hottest month in Medina, with an average temperature of 42.2°C, while January is the coolest, with temperatures dropping to 10.5°C. Precipitation is extremely rare, with a small chance of rain occurring only in the winter months and April.
From a budget perspective, the most cost-effective time to fly is September, when tickets start AED 484. Prices peak in May, with flight costs starting AED 918.
September is the optimal choice, combining affordable prices with a gradual decrease in extreme summer heat. You should avoid traveling in May if saving money on flights is your priority.
About 6 airlines operate on the route between Istanbul and Medina, including key carriers Turkish Airlines, Saudi Arabian Airlines (Saudia), and the low-cost carrier Pegasus Airlines. Direct flights are operated daily by several carriers, ensuring a high frequency of up to 44 flights per week. You can find the current schedule and detailed information about aircraft types in the list below.
Flights Istanbul — Medina depart from Istanbul Airport and Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and arrive at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 2,083 km, so a direct flight usually takes 3 to 3.5 hours, depending on the aircraft type and weather conditions.
Regular flights are operated by Turkish Airlines, Saudia, Pegasus Airlines, as well as Flynas, flyadeal, and AJet.
Yes, there are many direct non-stop flights available on this route, operating regularly from both of Istanbul's main airports.
All international flights arrive at Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED), located about 15 km from the city center.
To find the best fares, we recommend monitoring prices 2–3 months before your trip and using the low-price calendar on this page.
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