Medina to Asyut (MED–ATZ) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
MED–ATZ is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Air Cairo leads the route. The flight covers 567 miles in approximately 1h 50m. Beyond nonstop, 4 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SM Air Cairo | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Asyut from Medina
| Metric | MED→ATZ | YNB→ATZ |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MED | – | 107 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 0 | – |
| Flight time | 1h 50m | 1h 30m |
Travel Essentials
MED: +03 · ATZ: EEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Medina, it's 6:00 PM in Asyut.
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MED–ATZ Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MED to ATZ
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) and Asyut International Airport (ATZ) are connected by nonstop service from Air Cairo.
MED to ATZ Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MED to ATZ ranges from 1 hours 50 minutes. The route covers a distance of 567 miles (913 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
4 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via SHJ. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Yanbu (YNB).