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King Khalid International Airport

IATA RUH ICAO OERK Large Airport Scheduled Service

Location

Airport Information

City

Riyadh

Continent

AS

Coordinates

24,9576, 46,6988

Elevation

2 049 ft (625 m)

Runways

Ident Length Width Surface Lighted
15L/33R 13 796 ft (4 205 m) 197 ft ASP Yes
15R/33L 13 796 ft (4 205 m) 197 ft ASP Yes

Aviation Terms

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get from Riyadh Airport to the city center?
King Khalid International Airport is located 35 km north of central Riyadh. The Riyadh Metro Line 6 is planned to serve the airport but was still under construction. Currently, taxis and ride-hailing (Uber/Careem) are the main options, costing SAR 60-100 (USD 16-27) for the 30-45 minute trip to the city center. SAPTCO buses also provide a budget connection.
How many terminals does Riyadh Airport have?
King Khalid International Airport has five terminals. Terminal 1 handles Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) domestic flights, Terminal 2 serves Saudia international flights, Terminal 3 and 4 handle other carriers, and Terminal 5 serves some domestic low-cost operations. A Royal terminal exists for the Saudi royal family.
What is notable about Riyadh Airport?
RUH features a distinctive mosque centrally located between the terminals, visible from approaching aircraft. The airport covers a vast area of 225 square kilometers, making it one of the largest airports by land area in the world. A major modernization and expansion is underway as part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 plan to develop Riyadh as a global travel hub.
Is there free Wi-Fi at Riyadh Airport?
Yes, RUH provides free Wi-Fi in the terminals. The network requires registration. The airport has prayer rooms, duty-free shops, restaurants, and several airline lounges. Amenities vary significantly between the older and newer terminal areas.
Which airlines have a hub at Riyadh Airport?
Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines), a SkyTeam member, uses RUH as its primary hub. Flynas, Saudi Arabia's low-cost carrier, and Flyadeal also have significant operations. As part of Vision 2030, a new national carrier called Riyadh Air was announced to establish a second hub at RUH, aiming to compete with Emirates and Qatar Airways as a super-connecting carrier.