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MED Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport
Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport (IATA: MED, ICAO:OEMA) is located in the the city of Madinah, Saudi arabia. It is the primary international airport serving Madinah and its surrounding metropolitan area. Phone Number :+966148139999

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IATA Code

MED

ICAO Code

OEMA

Name

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport

Type

Main Airport

Country / Region

Saudi arabia (SA)

City

Madinah

Latitude

24.5534000

Longitude

39.7051010

Time Zone

UTC+03:00

Phone Number

+966148139999

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Airport Overview

Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport (MED; ICAO: OEMA) is the principal international gateway serving Madinah in Saudi Arabia. Located at 24.5534000°N, 39.7051010°E and operating on UTC+03:00, it serves scheduled domestic and regional international traffic as well as seasonal pilgrimage movements. Its logistics profile is that of a passenger-led regional airport with important Hajj and Umrah demand, rather than a dedicated global cargo hub. Our platform treats the airport as a destination requiring early capacity confirmation, careful customs documentation and coordination with the appointed ground handler. Cargo planning should reflect seasonal demand peaks, airline belly-space availability, Saudi import controls and the final delivery requirements in Madinah and surrounding areas.

Airport name	Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport
Location	Madinah, Saudi Arabia
Codes	IATA: MED \| ICAO: OEMA
Coordinates	24.5534000°N, 39.7051010°E
Time zone	UTC+03:00

Key Highlights

Regional international gatewayUseful for Madinah-bound cargo and selected regional connections, subject to current airline schedules and acceptance rules.

Pilgrimage-season sensitivityHajj and Umrah traffic can tighten aircraft capacity, handling resources and delivery access; advance planning is essential.

Passenger-belly cargo profileMany consignments may depend on available belly capacity rather than a fixed freighter network.

Saudi import complianceCommercial invoices, packing details, consignee information and product-specific permits must be aligned before uplift.

Time-critical coordinationAirport acceptance, customs release and final-mile delivery should be managed as one operational chain.

Cargo Facilities & Services

Commercial cargo is normally processed through the airport’s appointed cargo handling and ground-handling arrangements. Our service team confirms the responsible handler, acceptance point and cut-off for each booking before dispatch.
General cargo acceptance, security screening, documentation checks, build-up or breakdown and transfer to the aircraft are subject to the handling contract and operating carrier.
Perishable, pharmaceutical, temperature-sensitive and other special cargo require advance confirmation of available handling capability; a shipper should not assume continuous cold-chain storage.
Dangerous goods, live animals, valuables, oversized freight and human remains require carrier and handler pre-approval, with packaging and documentation compliant with the applicable rules.
Customs-controlled storage, bonded movement and inspection arrangements depend on Saudi customs procedures and the appointed facility. Our team verifies the release route before cargo arrival.

Facility availability, storage conditions, acceptance hours and special-cargo services can change by carrier, season and shipment type. Written confirmation is required before cargo is delivered to the airport.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical routing decisions connect the origin to Madinah through available nonstop regional services or one-stop airline connections. The actual routing depends on the booking date, aircraft capacity, commodity and carrier acceptance.
Regional connections may involve hubs in the Gulf, the Levant, Egypt or Türkiye, while domestic feeder options can be considered when the final destination is elsewhere in Saudi Arabia. Current schedules must be checked at quotation and booking stages.
Transit performance is affected by pilgrimage-season demand, security screening, transfer cut-offs, customs inspection, weekend or public-holiday operating patterns and missed-connection recovery.
Our platform provides a confirmed routing and estimated transit window only after the operating carrier accepts the shipment; published passenger schedules should not be treated as cargo capacity guarantees.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

The primary delivery area is Madinah and its surrounding commercial, retail, hospitality and pilgrimage-service economy. Depending on domestic distribution arrangements, cargo may also move onward within western Saudi Arabia.
Common air-freight enquiries include spare parts, electronics, telecommunications equipment, apparel, promotional materials, retail replenishment and time-sensitive commercial samples.
Foodstuffs, dates, fresh produce and other perishables require commodity-specific clearance, packaging and temperature-control planning; acceptance is always subject to the carrier and applicable Saudi controls.
Pharmaceuticals, medical supplies and laboratory materials require batch, product, importer and temperature documentation where applicable, together with a validated handling plan.
During Hajj and Umrah periods, passenger-related supplies, hotel materials, event goods and urgent replacement items may experience stronger demand and tighter capacity.

Operations & Compliance

Book space before sending freight to the airport. The effective cargo cut-off is carrier- and flight-specific and may be earlier during peak pilgrimage periods or when security screening is congested.
Prepare an accurate commercial invoice, packing list, air waybill data, shipper and consignee details, HS classification and any required import, conformity, health or product permits.
Dangerous goods must be declared before booking and handled under current IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations and the operating carrier’s restrictions. Hidden or misdeclared dangerous goods can cause rejection, delay or regulatory action.
For temperature-controlled cargo, confirm packaging duration, acceptance temperature, storage handover and contingency arrangements. For customs-sensitive cargo, ensure the Saudi consignee is ready to submit declarations and respond to inspection requests.

Shipping Tips

Ask our service team to compare direct and one-stop routings, then reserve capacity early when shipping near Hajj, Umrah, major holidays or other high-demand periods.
Use sturdy, stackable packaging with clear piece marks, gross weight, dimensions and handling labels. Ensure the physical cargo exactly matches the booking and export documents.
Send draft documents for pre-check before cargo handover, particularly for food, medicines, cosmetics, telecom equipment, batteries, chemicals and regulated products.
For urgent or sensitive freight, request a written plan covering airport delivery, screening, customs release, storage limits, consignee collection and an alternative gateway if the operating carrier cannot accept the shipment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport handle international commercial cargo?

International cargo handling is possible through operating airlines and their appointed ground handlers, but acceptance depends on the current route, available capacity, commodity, documents and Saudi import requirements. Our team verifies these points before booking.

Is direct uplift to Madinah always available?

No. Direct cargo capacity varies by season, airline schedule and aircraft type. When direct uplift is unavailable, our service team evaluates a one-stop connection or an alternative Saudi gateway based on delivery urgency and customs feasibility.

What should be checked before sending dangerous goods?

Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class or division, packing group where applicable, quantity, packaging details and required declaration. Carrier approval must be obtained before delivery to the cargo facility.

How should pharmaceutical or perishable shipments be arranged?

Confirm the required temperature range, packaging endurance, acceptance window, storage handover and consignee readiness in advance. Airport or carrier facilities must be confirmed for the specific shipment rather than assumed.

Why can pilgrimage periods affect delivery?

Higher passenger volumes can reduce available belly capacity and increase handling, screening, road-access and final-mile pressure. Early booking, complete documents and a contingency routing reduce avoidable delays.

Data Sources & Provenance

Airport identity, codes, location, coordinates, city, country and time-zone details in this module are based on the supplied airport record. Regulatory and industry references should be checked against current official publications before shipment acceptance.

Saudi civil aviation and airport regulatory reference: gaca.gov.sa
International airport-code and airline-industry reference: iata.org
International aerodrome and aviation standards reference: icao.int

Cargo capacity, acceptance cut-offs, handler arrangements, customs procedures, storage availability, routes and transit estimates are operationally variable. Our service team confirms these items with the operating carrier, appointed handler and relevant authorities for each shipment.