Travelling from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED): What you need to know
Put your holiday plans into action by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED). O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) are Chicago's main airports.
Madinah is eight hours ahead of Chicago. Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is located in Madinah, which is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Chicago to MED.
During peak travel periods, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
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ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 55 minutes.
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74.85% of flights taking off from O'Hare International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
ORD's address is 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can reach MDW from central Chicago in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
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When it comes to flight punctuality, Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.88%.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey time to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay near Chicago Rockford International Airport and know you'll reach the terminal with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport flight:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive without delays. At RFD, that figure is 76.19%.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
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Getting from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to central Madinah
Central Madinah is roughly 14 kilometres from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before you go.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is $893. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,135. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Chicago to MED if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED). July is when most people visit Madinah. If you like your getaways a little more chill, head there in April.
Before locking in your Chicago to MED plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Madinah, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 44ºC (111ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 25ºC (77ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Madinah
Start your Madinah trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Chicago to Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Makkah and Medina, Al Masjid-e-Nabawi and Princess Sheikha Mosque are leading attractions which should feature on every Madinah itinerary.
Explore more of Saudi Arabia
Madinah has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Saudi Arabia waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres west of Madinah, a visit to Yanbu will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Dolphin beach resort yanbu, Yanbu Historic Area and Flamingo beach.
Rābigh is another great place to check out during your travels through Saudi Arabia. Journey to this destination, which is roughly 193 kilometres south of Madinah, to visit highlights like Splash Water Park.