Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Medina travel guide

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You're Going to Love Medina

With a population of 1.30 million, Medina is the largest city in Al Madinah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Medina has to offer.

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When to visit Medina

Medina in July
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel
Medina in July
Estimated hotel price
$151
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Medina in June, when the average temperature is 35 °C, and the highest can go up to 41 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12 °C, with an average temperature of 17 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 10 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Medina, with an average rainfall of 0 mm.

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How to Get to Medina

Plane

When flying to Medina, you’ll arrive at Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz (MED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Medina from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 36h 40m.

Plane

When flying to Medina, you’ll arrive at Medina Mohammad Abdulaziz (MED), which is located 9 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Medina from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 36h 40m.

Airports near Medina

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Airlines serving Medina

KLM
Good (1,463 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,774 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,240 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,131 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,382 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,542 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,775 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,370 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,187 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,156 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (413 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (663 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,916 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (642 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (963 reviews)
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Where to stay in Medina

From 5-star hotels such as the Intercontinental Hotels Dar Al Iman Madinah By IHG to great affordable options like the Peninsula Worth Hotel, Medina offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $274 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Zaha Al Madina Hotel and Delights Inn - Green Oasis Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Medina, with prices from $45 to $437 per night. Al Haram is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Medina are about 31% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Medina by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Medina

Most booked hotels in Medina

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Intercontinental Hotels Dar Al Hijra Ic Madinah By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$339+
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Pullman Zamzam Madina
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$223+
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New Madinah Hotel By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$223+
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Anwar Al Madinah Mövenpick Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
$292+
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Hiring a car in Medina

Hiring a car in Medina costs $53 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

Hiring a car in Medina costs $53 per day, on average, or $159 if you want to hire it for 3 days.

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