Travelling from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport.
The timezone in Alexandria is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Madinah.
Pack your bags and choose from 16 weekly Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flights.
Your MED to HBE flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
You can travel nonstop to Alexandria, Egypt. Jet off with one of these carriers that operate direct flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is EgyptAir.
EgyptAir is the most punctual carrier offering MED to HBE flights, with 78.26% of its services arriving on schedule.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between MED and HBE:
Cairo International Airport
King Abdulaziz International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight is C$144. A round-trip fare right now is C$335. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Score cheap tickets from MED to HBE by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
Snapping up cheap flights from MED to HBE is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Of the departures from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport, 77.98% arrive on time at their destination.
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport is around 23 kilometres from central Madinah. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a trip time of about 50 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to MED:
Arriving at Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport flight. Villa Mostafa Sadek, Swimming pool, Tennis & Squash - Borg ElArab Airport Alexandria is one option near HBE. Or check in and get some rest at Relaxation Villa With Private Pool before travelling to your final destination.
Pick up a Borg El Arab Airport rental car and explore Alexandria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Avis and Sixt are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Borg El Arab Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
From Borg El Arab Airport, Alexandria is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
The quietest month for a flight from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport is April, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Alexandria based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
The warmest month in Alexandria is August, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport to Borg El Arab Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
February sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MED to HBE sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Egypt just waiting to be explored. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria, a visit to Cairo will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like giza pyramids, Egyptian Museum and Khan El-Khalili.
Giza is another sought-after destination in Egypt and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Alexandria. No journey is complete without a visit to Giza Plateau, Star Card and street Nadi Alsaeed.