Are direct flights from Riyadh to Medina always the best option?

Direct flights are often the most convenient option, saving time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be significantly more affordable, especially if you are willing to spend extra time traveling.

Can flexible travel dates help on Riyadh to Medina flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays, during off-peak seasons, or avoiding major holidays often leads to lower fares. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Riyadh to Medina flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget to avoid surprises.

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2027-02-04 – 2027-02-06
RUH - Medina
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$89
$95
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Riyadh to Medina: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Medina

Right now, 8% of recent fares from Riyadh to Medina are considered a good price. For travelers looking for cheap flights from Riyadh to Medina, current fares are significantly below the typical level for this route. Prices typically range from $129–$192, with a median of $152.

A typical journey from Riyadh to Medina takes about 1h 30m. This duration includes both direct and connecting itineraries, though most flights on this route are non-stop. For connecting flights, the median journey time is significantly longer, at 11h 25m, while non-stop flights have a median duration of 1h 30m.

The route from Riyadh to Medina covers a distance of 708 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel time between these two cities.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Medina? The most affordable months to fly are typically December and March, both with a median fare of $116. July also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $142, making these months good options for budget-conscious travelers.

For flights from Riyadh to Medina, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights accounting for 74.8% of recent fares. When a connection is necessary, most itineraries involve 1 stopover.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Medina

Regular price: $73 - $221

Prices for flights from Riyadh to Medina are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 73 USD and 221 USD. The current lowest deal is 94 USD with Faso Airways, for travel from Jan 29-Feb 11.

now $94

Low $73

High $221

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Medina

The cheapest month to fly from Riyadh to Medina is March, with a median price of $116. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $185. Generally, prices are lower from March to December.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $116

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $185

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Medina

Faso Airways

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Medina

Sun, Jan 31

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$89

$93

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$90

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$90

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$84

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$83

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$84

$97

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Medina

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

$244 → $227

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

$244 → $231

3 nights

Mar 17 - Mar 20

$104 → $95

5 nights

Mar 20 - Mar 25

$106 → $97

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Medina

Riyadh - Medina route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Riyadh to Medina are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

December and March are historically cheapest

Historically, December and March offer the lowest median prices at $116 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights from Riyadh to Medina typically take 1 hour and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Faso Airways offers direct flights

Faso Airways provides direct flight options for the Riyadh to Medina route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Faso Airways has a direct deal for $94

Faso Airways offers a direct flight deal for $94 from January 29 to February 11.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check frequently for offers.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is a convenient departure point for flights to Medina.

📍 ~27 km from Riyadh city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$95

Medina main airports to arrive at

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz (MED)

Cheapest

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers to Medina.

📍 ~14 km from Medina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$95

Airports nearby Medina used as alternative

King Abdulaziz International (JED)

King Abdulaziz International offers extensive global connectivity and is a major international hub.

📍 ~300 km from Medina (reachable by Haramain High Speed Railway)

💸 Flights from ~$105

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From RUH

Elite

Dec 28

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$932

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 31

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$932

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 28

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$932

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 19

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$932

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 15

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$940

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 19

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$940

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 18

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$940

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 15

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$942

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 19

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$942

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 18

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$942

Saudia

Business Class

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Dec 14

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$942

Saudia

Business Class

From RUH

Elite

Dec 26

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$943

Saudia

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Medina

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, typically several weeks to a few months before your desired departure, can often result in lower prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, so it's worth monitoring prices if your travel plans are flexible. Mid-week travel days may also offer better rates.

Comparing nearby airports is generally a good strategy for finding more flight options and potentially lower prices. While this specific route may not always have viable alternative airports, it's a useful practice for broader travel planning. Always consider the additional travel time and cost to reach your final destination from an alternative airport.

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Riyadh to Medina: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Medina

The route from Riyadh to Medina covers a distance of 708 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick travel time between these two cities.

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Medina

Regular price: $73 - $221

Prices for flights from Riyadh to Medina are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 73 USD and 221 USD. The current lowest deal is 94 USD with Faso Airways, for travel from Jan 29-Feb 11.

now $94

Low $73

High $221

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Medina

March

Cheapest

Flights from $116

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $185

Feb

Mar

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Dec

Direct flights from Riyadh to Medina

Faso Airways

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Medina

Sun, Jan 31

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$89

$93

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$90

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$90

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$84

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$83

$97

One-way

Mon, Feb 1

⌛ Last-Minute

RUH - Medina

Riyadh (RUH) - Medina (MED)

Faso Airways

$84

$97

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Medina

1 night

Oct 30 - Oct 31

$244 → $227

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

$244 → $231

3 nights

Mar 17 - Mar 20

$104 → $95

5 nights

Mar 20 - Mar 25

$106 → $97

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Medina

Riyadh - Medina route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Riyadh to Medina are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

December and March are historically cheapest

Historically, December and March offer the lowest median prices at $116 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Direct flights from Riyadh to Medina typically take 1 hour and 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Faso Airways offers direct flights

Faso Airways provides direct flight options for the Riyadh to Medina route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Faso Airways has a direct deal for $94

Faso Airways offers a direct flight deal for $94 from January 29 to February 11.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, so check frequently for offers.

Riyadh main airports to depart from

King Khalid International (RUH)

Cheapest

King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is a convenient departure point for flights to Medina.

📍 ~27 km from Riyadh city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$95

Medina main airports to arrive at

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz (MED)

Cheapest

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport is a convenient arrival point for travelers to Medina.

📍 ~14 km from Medina (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$95

Airports nearby Medina used as alternative

King Abdulaziz International (JED)

King Abdulaziz International offers extensive global connectivity and is a major international hub.

📍 ~300 km from Medina (reachable by Haramain High Speed Railway)

💸 Flights from ~$105

Medina, Saudi Arabia

43% AI deal score

$943

Saudia

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Medina

Cheap Flights from Riyadh to Medina

Today’s best flight deals from Riyadh to Medina

Riyadh to Medina: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Medina

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Medina

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Medina

Direct flights from Riyadh to Medina

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Medina

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Medina

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Medina

Riyadh - Medina route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December and March are historically cheapest

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Faso Airways offers direct flights

Faso Airways has a direct deal for $94

Deals appear regularly

Riyadh main airports to depart from

Medina main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Medina used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Medina

Best Elite deals to Medina

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Dec 28

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Medina

How can I find cheap flights from Riyadh to Medina?

When should I book flights from Riyadh to Medina?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Riyadh to Medina?

Are direct flights from Riyadh to Medina always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Riyadh to Medina flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Riyadh to Medina flights?

Related routes

More routes from Riyadh

Flights to Medina from other cities

Riyadh to Medina: Overview

Insights for flights from Riyadh to Medina

How much is a round trip from Riyadh to Medina

The cheapest time to fly from Riyadh to Medina

Direct flights from Riyadh to Medina

Last-minute flights going from Riyadh to Medina

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Riyadh to Medina

Popular Airports to fly from Riyadh to Medina

Riyadh - Medina route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

December and March are historically cheapest

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Faso Airways offers direct flights

Faso Airways has a direct deal for $94

Deals appear regularly

Riyadh main airports to depart from

Medina main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Medina used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Medina

Best Elite deals to Medina

Dec 28

Dec 31

Dec 28

Dec 19

Dec 15

Dec 19

Dec 18

Dec 15

Dec 19

Dec 18

Dec 14

Dec 26

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Medina

How can I find cheap flights from Riyadh to Medina?

When should I book flights from Riyadh to Medina?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Riyadh to Medina?