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MED · 24.47° N · 39.61° E · Saudi Arabia

Madinah

The city of the Prophet's Mosque, a peaceful second stop for Umrah travellers.

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About Madinah

In short

  • Al Masjid an Nabawi
  • Quba Mosque
  • Mount Uhud
  • Ajwa date markets
  • Haramain railway to Makkah

At a glance

Country
Saudi Arabia
Region
Middle East
Local time
GMT+3
Time difference
2 hours ahead of London3 hours ahead in January
Currency
Saudi Riyal (SAR)
Languages
Arabic
Main airport
  • MEDPrince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport
Best time to visit
November to February
Deals
4 deals

Madinah is the second holiest city in Islam, home to Al Masjid an Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, with its green dome and white marble courtyards shaded by giant umbrellas. Many Umrah travellers spend a few nights here before or after Makkah.

Beyond the mosque you can visit Quba Mosque, the first mosque in Islam, and Mount Uhud, site of the battle of Uhud. Date farms around the city sell the famous Ajwa dates.

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport has flights from across the region, and the Haramain high speed railway links Madinah with Makkah and Jeddah. There are no direct flights from the UK.

Before you go

Entry and visas

Entry rules depend on your passport and why you are travelling, and they change, so check the official sources below before you book. Pilgrims use Nusuk, the official Saudi platform, for Umrah information and permits, and should check it again close to their travel dates. GOV.UK's travel advice for Saudi Arabia can advise against travel to some cities and airports at short notice, so read it before you book and again before you travel.

Health

See a travel health professional well before your trip and read TravelHealthPro's Saudi Arabia page and its Hajj and Umrah advice, as pilgrims have their own health entry requirements. Summers are very hot and dry, so drink plenty of water and avoid the midday sun. Winter nights can be cool, so pack a warm layer. Wash your hands often, as coughs and colds spread easily in crowds.

Money

The currency is the Saudi riyal (SAR). Carry some cash for markets and small purchases, tell your bank before you travel and check what your card charges abroad.

General information only, not legal or medical advice. Rules change, so check the official source before you travel.

Checked on 14 October 2026

When to go

  1. JanuaryBest
  2. FebruaryBest
  3. March
  4. April
  5. May
  6. JuneNot ideal
  7. JulyNot ideal
  8. AugustNot ideal
  9. SeptemberNot ideal
  10. October
  11. NovemberBest
  12. DecemberBest

November to March is the mildest time, with average highs of about 24 to 31°C, and nights in December and January average about 12 to 14°C. From June to September average highs are about 42 to 44°C.

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    Madinah: five nights at Pullman Zamzam Madina

    From London Heathrow Airport · Five nights close to the Prophet's Mosque, flying with Qatar Airways via Doha.

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    Pullman Zamzam Madina

    A modern hotel in central Madinah close to the Prophet's Mosque, with Haram view rooms.

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Pictures of Madinah

  • Minarets, a silver dome and the green dome of the Prophet's Mosque behind open shade canopies
    Minarets, domes and shade canopies at the Prophet's Mosque
  • The silver dome and the green dome of the Prophet's Mosque against a deep blue sky
    The green and silver domes of the Prophet's Mosque
  • A white minaret of Quba Mosque against a blue sky with thin clouds and a pigeon in flight
    A minaret of Quba Mosque, the oldest mosque in Islam
  • Rocky hills above Madinah at sunset, with the city spread across the plain below
    Rocky hills around Madinah at sunset

Questions about Madinah

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What should visitors know about local customs in Madinah?

Dress modestly and behave quietly and respectfully, especially in and around the mosques. Only photograph people with their permission, and never photograph government or military buildings.

Checked on 14 October 2026

When is the best time to visit Madinah?

November to March is the mildest time, with average highs of about 24 to 31°C and cool nights in midwinter. From June to September average highs are about 42 to 44°C, so drink plenty of water and avoid the midday sun.

How does Madinah fit into an Umrah journey?

Umrah itself is performed in Makkah, and many Muslims also visit Madinah to pray at the Prophet's Mosque. Pilgrims use Nusuk, the official Saudi platform, for Umrah information and permits, and the rules change, so check it before you book.

Checked on 14 October 2026

How do I travel between Madinah and Makkah?

Take the high speed railway, which links the two cities by way of Jeddah and has a branch to Jeddah's main airport. You can also go by road.

How do I get to Madinah?

Madinah has its own international airport, Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz International Airport. You can also arrive on the high speed railway from Jeddah or Makkah.

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