Flying from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK): what you need to know
The timezone in New York is UTC-4, which is seven hours behind Madinah.
To ensure you get on your MED to JFK flight, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between MED and JFK include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Mohamed V International Airport
King Khaled International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
$847 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,420. These prices may change depending on availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from MED to JFK, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Of the departures from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 77.98% land on time at their destination.
To reach Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport from central Madinah, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport takes about 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near MED. Whether you've booked an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near JFK instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a John F. Kennedy International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Budget, Dollar or Sixt to explore New York and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from John F. Kennedy International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to central New York
The address for JFK is JFK Airport.
From John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
When to fly to John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
The quietest month for a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to New York based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in New York is July, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to John F. Kennedy International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MED to JFK in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 8ºC on average.
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