Riyadh airport (RUH)

King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, opened on 16 November 1983, is the busiest in Saudi Arabia, serving its capital. Along with King Fahd Airport, it is one of the largest in the world in terms of the area within its premises. It operates flights to destinations in America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.

Official Website: kkia.sa - X - INSTAGRAM

Number of Terminals - 4 - Terminals 1 and 3 (international flights), Terminal 4 (international flights operated by Saudia), and Terminal 5 (domestic flights), open 24 hours a day. The terminals are connected via moving walkways and a free shuttle bus that departs every 5 minutes.

Annual passenger traffic: 37 million passengers went through it in 2023.

Tel: +966 920 020 090 / 800 124 8100

Information desks are available in the Arrivals and Departure Halls of Terminals 1, 4, and 5.

 Location

The airport is located 35 km (22 miles) north of Riyadh.

Car rental agencies

The car rental counters are located on the service level of the terminals and operate 24 hours a day.

1. Abu Diyab (Tel +966 920 026 600)
2. Alfaris (Tel +966 920 018 050)
3. Alga (Tel +966 112 299 129)
4. AlYam (Tel +966 920 008 100)
5. Budget (Tel +966 920 004 124)
6. Enterprise (Tel +966 920 000 028)
7. Hertz (Tel +966 920 005 561)
8. Key (Tel +966 800 244 0204)
9. Lumi (Tel +966 920 028 428)
10. Sixt (Tel +966 920 002 854)
11. Telgani (Tel +966 920 013 813)
12. Theeb (Tel +966 920 000 572)
13. Yelo (Tel +966 800 100 0014)

Parking services at Riyadh airport (RUH)

There are three multi-level car parks with covered spaces located directly in front of the terminals, as well as a valet parking service. They are connected to the main buildings via pedestrian walkways situated beneath the Arrivals-level roadway. Escalators and lifts provide access between different levels. More information: Tel +966 112 219 512. Rates

ParkSHORT – 3-5 minutes from Terminal 5, for short stays.
ParkLONG – Next to Terminal 5, 5-10 min. away, for long stays. Free shuttle buses to the international terminals.
ParkINTERNATIONAL – With direct access to Terminals 1, 3, and 4, also offering free shuttle buses to Terminal 5. Available for both short- and long-term stays.

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Passengers requiring wheelchairs or special assistance must inform their airline before travelling. Adapted restrooms, lifts, escalators, moving walkways, and accessible telephones are available. Reserved parking spaces are provided in the car parks in front of the terminals. The Ask Me team (Tel +966 800 124 8100) is available 24 hours a day to answer questions and provide assistance.