Book flights to Medina (MED) from Colombo(CMB)

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When you fly from Colombo to Medina with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.

Get ready for a smooth travel experience as you depart from Bandaranaike International Airport, with a layout designed to help you move around easily. Located in Katunayake, north of Colombo, the airport features clear signposting, accessible facilities and a practical range of services for your convenience.

Reaching the airport is simple. You can book a taxi or organise a private transfer for a direct ride to the terminal. If you plan to take public transport, hop onto a bus, with regular services operating between Colombo and Katunayake. Prefer to drive? You’ll find parking areas close to the terminal, including short‑term and remote options connected by pedestrian paths, giving you the flexibility to choose what suits you best.

Inside the terminal, you’ll seamlessly pass through check‑in and security, thanks to streamlined processes run by a team of efficient staff. You can also access useful amenities such as prayer rooms, currency exchange counters and customer service points. While waiting for your flight, explore a variety of duty-free stores where you can shop for last-minute essentials or find something special to spoil yourself. When it’s time to unwind, relax in one of the airport’s comfortable lounges, offering a quiet space to prepare for take‑off.

Medina, officially Al-Madinah al-Munawwarah or 'The Enlightened City', is the second holiest city in Islam, offering a unique atmosphere of profound peace and spiritual tranquillity in the Hejaz region of western Saudi Arabia. You will find that Medina perfectly blends its deep cultural roots with modern advancements. You can visit Al-Masjid an-Nabawi, the Prophet's Mosque, which is the city’s central and most revered landmark, featuring the iconic Green Dome. Other historically significant sites include the Quba Mosque, which holds the honour of being the first mosque founded by the Prophet Muhammad, and the Baqi' Cemetery, the final resting place of many early Islamic figures. For an insight into the region's transport history, you can explore the exhibits at the Hejaz Railway Museum.