Medina to Frankfurt am Main (MED–FRA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Last scheduled nonstop: Apr 2026.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
MED–FRA had nonstop service from Skywest Australia, last on the schedule in April 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 2,423 miles in 6h 10m.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XR Skywest Australia | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
MED: +03 · FRA: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Medina, it's 5:00 PM in Frankfurt am Main.
Saudi passport holders need a Schengen visa to enter Germany. Apply at the German Embassy in Riyadh or the Consulate General in Jeddah. A short-stay (Type C) visa costs EUR 80 (about SAR 320) for adults and covers up to 90 days within any 180-day period across the Schengen area. Submit the application 15 to 45 days before travel through the VFS Global appointment system. Processing takes 10 to 15 calendar days, though summer months and Hajj season can push timelines longer.
Required documents: passport valid for at least 3 months beyond departure from the Schengen area with two blank pages, completed application form, two biometric photos, travel medical insurance covering EUR 30,000, flight reservation, hotel booking or invitation letter, bank statements for the last 3 months, and an employment or business letter. Germany is one of the top Schengen destinations for Saudi applicants, and the visa covers all 27 Schengen countries.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Frankfurt run about 5 hours 30 minutes on Saudia and Lufthansa. Jeddah to Frankfurt and Munich are also served. Germany uses the euro, trading at roughly 3.95 SAR per EUR 1. Card payments work at most businesses, but smaller shops, bakeries, and some restaurants remain cash-only, so carry EUR notes. No mandatory vaccinations. Frankfurt's S-Bahn from the airport to the city center takes 11 minutes at EUR 5.35. Berlin, Munich, and Dusseldorf all have Arabic-speaking communities and halal dining options. The Deutschland-Ticket covers all regional trains and local transit nationwide for EUR 49 per month.
S8/S9 S-Bahn to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof (15 min, €5.65) departs from the basement of Terminal 1 Regional station. For long-distance travel to other German cities, the Fernbahnhof (separate building, connected by walkway) has direct ICE services; check if your train stops here before going into the city.Taxis from Terminal 1/2 to Frankfurt city centre cost €25–40. Rental car agencies are at both terminals. Terminal 2 is connected to Terminal 1 via the free SkyLine monorail; allow 5–10 minutes for the transfer. No airport supplement applies to Frankfurt public transit.
Continental climate with moderate continental influence. Winters are cold (−1 to 5°C) with periodic snow and ice. FRA handles de-icing well but heavy snowfall causes delays across the network. Fog along the Rhine Valley is a significant departure risk in November through January, sometimes persisting until midday.
Summers are warm (22–30°C) with afternoon thunderstorms that cause brief but sharp delays. Spring is mild and damp. Autumn offers the best settled weather. FRA is a major hub. Weather delays cascade through Lufthansa's global network.
MED–FRA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MED to FRA
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) and Frankfurt Main Airport (FRA) had nonstop service from Skywest Australia, last on the schedule in April 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
MED to FRA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MED to FRA is about 6 hours 10 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 2,423 miles (3,898 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Cairo, İstanbul and Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.