Overview:

Terminal 2 at Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Medina was opened following the airport’s 2015 modernisation and serves as the dedicated international terminal. The facility spans approximately 156,940 m² and is LEED Gold‑certified—the first commercial airport terminal in the MENA region to achieve this.
The terminal can handle about 8 million passengers annually in its initial phase, with plans to expand capacity to 14–27 million in future phases.

Features:

- Spacious, open‑plan layout with skylights and intuitive wayfinding;
- Quiet zones, prayer areas, and family‑friendly soft‑play sections;
- Automated check‑in, advanced baggage handling, and efficient security processing;
- Duty‑free shops, restaurants, cafés, prayer rooms and lounges.

Airlines Served:
Terminal 2 handles charter and scheduled international flights—especially during Hajj and Umrah—from airlines serving routes to Cairo, Istanbul, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Jakarta, London, Kuala Lumpur, Lahore, Dhaka, and more.

Highlights:
- Direct international links for pilgrims and travellers to key regional destinations;
- Smooth passenger flow built for peak Umrah/Hajj seasons;
- Free Wi‑Fi, charging stations, and information desks with multilingual staff.

Getting There:
Located about 12 km northeast of Medina city centre, Terminal 2 is reachable via the Medina–Qassim Expressway. Transport options include taxis, buses, car rentals and shuttles to the city and holy sites.

Tips for Travelers:
Arrive early during Hajj/Umrah seasons to ease check‑in and immigration. Use designated prayer and rest areas to relax between flights.