# AHB — Abha International Airport

> Machine-readable reference for AHB. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes.

Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb
HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb
Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb.md
JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/AHB.json (includes live arrivals + weather)
Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml
Last refreshed: 2026-06-20T06:42:10.373+00:00

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## Identity

- Name: Abha International Airport
- IATA: AHB
- ICAO: OEAB
- City: Abha
- Country: SA (SA)
- Timezone: Asia/Riyadh
- Distance from city: approximately 18 km (11 mi) between Abha and Khamis Mushait
- Runways: 1
- Terminals: 1
- Hub for: Flyadeal

## Overview

Welcome Abha International Airport (AHB) breaks the norm as Saudi Arabia’s first officially designated silent airport. Nestled in the Asir mountains, a region known for its cool climate and occasional fog, this quiet hub offers a serene contrast to the bustling tourist region it serves. Here, no boarding calls or delay notifications ease through the PA system — instead, passengers must keep their eyes glued to flight information screens. At a glance Serving as a hub for Flyadeal, Abha International Airport consists of a single terminal, T1, catering to both domestic and select Middle East destinations. Located approximately 18 km from Abha towards Khamis Mushait, the airport features one runway and supports a range of facilities despite its relatively compact layout. Terminals & layout T1 hosts all airport operations under its roof. The terminal features a basic array of amenities, including a cafeteria and shops that sell travel essentials, perfumes, and local gifts. For added comfort, the Hayyak Lounge in the Domestic Departures area provides a quiet reprieve for both business and economy passengers, and remains operational 24 hours. Getting to and from the city Travelers opt for…

## Terminals (1)

- **Main Terminal** — airlines: Saudia, Flynas, Flyadeal, Air Arabia, Nesma Airlines
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/terminals/t1

## Dining (2)

- **Cafeteria** — T1
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/restaurants/cafeteria
- **Coffee Shop** — T1 · 24 hours most days; split hours on Friday as per TripAdvisor listing
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/restaurants/coffee-shop

## Lounges (1)

- **Hayyak Lounge** — Domestic Departures · access: Terminal, domestic airside, pay-per-use · 24 hours daily
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/lounges/hayyak-lounge

## Shops (4)

- **Duty Free Shop**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/shops/duty-free-shop
- **Gift and Flower Shop**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/shops/gift-and-flower-shop
- **Perfume Shop**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/shops/perfume-shop
- **Travel Essentials Shop**
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/shops/travel-essentials-shop

## Parking (2)

- **Long-Term Parking** — Official lot
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/parking/long-term-parking
- **Short-Term Parking** — Official lot
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/parking/short-term-parking

## Ground transport (3)

- **Airport Taxi** — Metered taxi · .null · less than 200 · .null
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/transport/airport-taxi
- **Careem** — Ride-hailing · .null · less than 200 · .null
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/transport/careem
- **Uber** — Ride-hailing · 15 min · .36 · .null
    URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/transport/uber

## Insider tips

- _Insider_: Keep a close watch on FIDS and your airline's app as no flight announcements are made in AHB.
- _Time_: Arrive at the airport 2-3 hours early during peak times to maneuver through check-in with ease.
- _Avoid_: Skip terminal food unless necessary, and consider dining in Abha before heading out.
- _Quiet_: Use the Hayyak Lounge for a peaceful spot if facing a lengthy layover or delay.
- _Local_: Duty-free liquidates local-style perfumes and flower gifts for last-minute regional mementos.
- _Money_: Prefer ride-hailing apps like Uber for transport, ensuring cost and convenience over traditional taxis.
- _Insider_: Make use of free Wi-Fi and strategically place your phone at charging stations scattered throughout T1.

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## Live data

Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch:
- https://airport.flights/api/airport/AHB.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache)
- https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals
- https://airport.flights/airport/ahb/departures — HTML page with live departures