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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 386
Typical prices: C$ 372-C$ 494
SAUDIA
Mon 1/1Sun 21/1
IST - MED • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 420
Typical prices: C$ 397-C$ 514
SAUDIA
Thu 8/11Wed 14/11
IST - MED • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Turkish Airlines and SAUDIA. Average duration is 3h 25m
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Turkish Airlines
Most punctual • 86% on-time
Morning
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
19 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 19 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
March
Cheapest • 8% price drop
February
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 359 (round-trip)
Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED)
Shortest trip • 9h 21m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Medina (IST-MED)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Medina

Fri, 1 Jan - Thu, 21 Jan
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7:50 p.m. - 4:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
8h 30m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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5:15 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
9h 35m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
C$ 386SAUDIA
2 days ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
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10:25 p.m. - 9:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
10h 55m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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10:20 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
15h 25m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
C$ 387SAUDIA
15 hours ago
Sun, 7 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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4:15 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
15h 55m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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8:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
3h 50mdirect
C$ 393SAUDIA
1 day ago
Wed, 10 Feb - Sat, 13 Feb
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10:25 p.m. - 9:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
10h 55m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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8:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
3h 50mdirect
C$ 394SAUDIA
15 hours ago
Sun, 7 Feb - Fri, 26 Feb
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4:15 p.m. - 8:10 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
15h 55m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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8:40 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
3h 50mdirect
C$ 396SAUDIA
6 hours ago
Wed, 2 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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7:50 p.m. - 4:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
8h 30m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
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5:15 a.m. - 6:40 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
13h 25m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
C$ 410SAUDIA
1 day ago
Wed, 13 Jan - Mon, 18 Jan
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2:55 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
3h 25mdirect
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5:15 a.m. - 2:50 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
9h 35m1 stop Riyadh King Khaled Intl
C$ 413SAUDIA
3+ days ago
Sun, 15 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
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2:55 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
3h 25mdirect
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10:20 a.m. - 9:10 p.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
10h 50m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
C$ 414SAUDIA
6 hours ago
Sat, 27 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
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10:25 p.m. - 9:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
10h 55m1 stop Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl
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10:10 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
3h 50mdirect
C$ 417SAUDIA
3+ days ago
Sun, 8 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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2:55 a.m. - 6:20 a.m.IST  Istanbul-MED Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz
3h 25mdirect
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10:10 p.m. - 2:00 a.m.MED  Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz-IST Istanbul
3h 50mdirect
C$ 420SAUDIA
2 days ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Istanbul Airport to Medina flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina typically range from C$ 372 to C$ 494. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 386, on SAUDIA.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul Airport to Medina. It's 5% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Medina at C$ 383 round-trip.
•April (C$ 499) and January (C$ 478) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 30% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina the cheapest?

Flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina are cheapest 19 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 26% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Istanbul to Medina

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SAUDIA

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Turkish Airlines

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Key details for Istanbul Airport to Medina flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

C$ 203
Beat the crowds with an average 66% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 101% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Istanbul Airport to Medina

When to book flights from Istanbul to Medina

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Medina based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Istanbul Airport to Medina flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Istanbul Airport to Medina:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:35 am and lands at 5:00 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:25 pm and lands at 12:50 am.

    The flight takes about 3h 25m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long does a flight from Istanbul Airport to Medina take?

    A direct flight from Istanbul Airport to Medina takes 3h 25m, covering 3,407 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Istanbul Airport to Medina flight?

    Round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina range from C$ 372 to C$ 494, with an average of C$ 416 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 372 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Istanbul Airport to Medina flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the C$ 416 route average. Book 19 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 359 round-trip via Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH), compared to C$ 463 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 51–C$ 140 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by SAUDIA and Pegasus Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • How are flight departures from Istanbul Airport to Medina spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Istanbul Airport to Medina flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, Morning flights for 17%, and Evening flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Istanbul Airport to Medina looking right now?

    One-way fares from Istanbul Airport to Medina are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 312, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    Flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina usually depart from Istanbul (IST) and arrive at Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz (MED).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Istanbul Airport to Medina route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 49m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina pass through?

    One-stop flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina most commonly connect through:

    • Amman Queen Alia Intl (AMM) – 39% of one-stop connections
    • Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Riyadh King Khaled Intl (RUH) – 21% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 396 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 463, a difference of C$ 67.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    2 airlines operate flights between Istanbul Airport and Medina. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Turkish Airlines
    • SAUDIA

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Istanbul Airport to Medina?

    Flying via Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl (JED) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 21m, compared with 10h 12m via Dubai Intl (DXB) and 10h 52m via Kuwait City (KWI).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Medina?

    Some of the most popular sights in Medina are Prophet's Mosque, Green Dome, and Jannat al-Baqi‘. These are among the most viewed places in Medina on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Istanbul Airport to Medina flights?

    Among airlines operating Istanbul Airport to Medina flights:

    • SAUDIA: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Istanbul Airport to Medina flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • SAUDIA: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Turkish Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Istanbul Airport to Medina flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 396, about C$ 67 less than Saturday fares (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 19 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 26% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Istanbul Airport to Medina trip for March. Fares historically average C$ 383 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 116 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Turkish Airlines. Over the past three months, 86% of Turkish Airlines flights from Istanbul Airport to Medina arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 85%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 1h 49m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Riyadh King Khaled Intl Airport (RUH) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 359 round-trip on this route – about C$ 104 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz Airport.

    • Millennium Madinah Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Medina?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Istanbul Airport to Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Istanbul to Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz

Monday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Friday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

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Direct returns

Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz to Istanbul

Monday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Tuesday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Wednesday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Thursday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Friday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Saturday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

Sunday

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

SAUDIA,Turkish Airlines

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