Pendik, Istanbul to Medina (SAW–MED) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SAW–MED is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Pegasus, AJet and flyadeal lead the route. The flight covers 1,279 miles in approximately 3h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 28 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PC Pegasus | 7 | 321 | 3h20 | – | – | – |
| VF AJet | 7 | 32Q | 3h25 | – | – | – |
| F3 flyadeal | 3 | 320 | 3h40 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Medina from Pendik, Istanbul
| Metric | SAW→MED | IST→MED |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAW | – | 40 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 17 | 58 |
| Flight time | 3h 20m | 3h 20m |
Travel Essentials
SAW: +03 · MED: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Pendik, Istanbul, it's 6:00 PM in Medina.
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SAW–MED Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAW to MED
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) and Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED) are connected by nonstop service from flyadeal, Pegasus and AJet. With 17 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SAW to MED Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAW to MED ranges from 3 hours 20 minutes to 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,279 miles (2,058 km). There are approximately 17 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 20 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
28 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via AYT. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Istanbul (IST).