# RUH — King Khalid International Airport > Machine-readable reference for RUH. Single-airport scope. Re-fetch when content_generated_at changes. Canonical: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh HTML page: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh Markdown alt: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh.md JSON: https://airport.flights/api/airport/RUH.json (includes live arrivals + weather) Sitemap: https://airport.flights/sitemap-airports.xml Last refreshed: 2026-06-04T22:19:23.778+00:00 --- ## Identity - Name: King Khalid International Airport - IATA: RUH - ICAO: OERK - City: Riyadh - Country: SA (SA) - Timezone: Asia/Riyadh - Distance from city: 35 km (22 mi) north of Riyadh city center - Runways: 2 - Terminals: 5 - Annual passengers: 30.1M - Worldwide rank: #57 - Hub for: Saudia, Flynas - Official website: https://www.kkia.gov.sa/ ## Overview Welcome King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is where tradition meets modernity. Located 35 km north of Riyadh, it pairs conservative design with amenities tailored for Gulf travelers, offering a uniquely Saudi experience. You'll hear more about lounges and logistics than views or shopping at this alcohol-free airport, which serves 30.1 million passengers a year. At a glance RUH spans five terminals (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) and serves as a hub for Saudia and Flynas. Frequent travelers note the importance of planning around slow security and customs processes. Expect a 35–45 minute trip to downtown Riyadh by taxi at around 80–120 SAR, or save with Uber/Careem costing 60–90 SAR. Terminals & layout Terminal 1 handles international flights for carriers like Emirates and Turkish Airlines, while Terminal 2 caters to Saudia and Flynas. Terminal 3 is primarily for domestic Saudia flights. Terminal 4 welcomes Lufthansa and Qatar Airways, and Terminal 5 is designed for modern domestic operations with airlines like Flynas and Flyadeal. Getting to and from the city The 35 km distance to Riyadh's center is typically covered in 35-45 minutes. Taxis are readily available with fares between 80-120 SAR.… ## Terminals (5) - **Terminal 1** — 8 gates · airlines: Emirates, Gulf Air, Turkish Airlines URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/terminals/1 - **Terminal 2** — 8 gates · airlines: Saudia, Flynas URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/terminals/2 - **Terminal 3** — 8 gates · airlines: Saudia URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/terminals/3 - **Terminal 4** — 8 gates · airlines: Lufthansa, Qatar Airways URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/terminals/4 - **Terminal 5** — airlines: Flynas, Flyadeal URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/terminals/5 ## Dining (21) - **AlBaik** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/albaik-1 - **AlBaik** — 5 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/albaik-5 - **Burger King** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/burger-king-1 - **Burger King** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/burger-king-3 - **Crepe Affaire** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/crepe-affaire-1 - **KFC** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/kfc-1 - **Mama Benz Café** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/mama-benz-cafe-1 - **Mama Benz Café** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/mama-benz-cafe-3 - **Maqloba** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/maqloba-1 - **Mazza w Mashawi** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/mazza-w-mashawi-1 - **McDonald's** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/mcdonald-s-1 - **McDonald's** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/mcdonald-s-3 - **Pret a Manger** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/pret-a-manger-1 - **Pret a Manger** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/pret-a-manger-3 - **Shawarmer** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/shawarmer-1 - **Shawarmer** — 5 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/shawarmer-5 - **St Mia** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/st-mia-1 - **Starbucks** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/starbucks-1 - **Starbucks** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/starbucks-3 - **Starbucks** — 5 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/starbucks-5 - **Subway** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/restaurants/subway-1 ## Lounges (8) - **Alfursan Lounge** — 5 · access: Terminal 5, Saudia and SkyTeam elites URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/alfursan-lounge-5 - **Business Class Lounge** — 3 · access: Terminal 3, airline-operated URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/business-class-lounge-3 - **First Class Lounge** — 1 · access: Terminal 1, airline-operated URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/first-class-lounge-1 - **Flynas Lounge** — 5 · access: Terminal 5, airline and card access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/flynas-lounge-5 - **Hayyak Lounge** — 3 · access: Terminal 3, bank cards and pay-per-use URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/hayyak-lounge-3 - **Hayyak Lounge** — 5 · access: Terminal 5, bank cards and pay-per-use · day pass: fee · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/hayyak-lounge-5 - **Plaza Premium Lounge** — 1 · access: Terminal 1, pay-per-use · 24 hours URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/plaza-premium-lounge-1 - **Royal Terminal Lounge** — access: Royal Terminal, government and VIP URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/lounges/royal-terminal-lounge ## Shops (15) - **Bath & Body Works** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/bath-body-works-1 - **Bath & Body Works** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/bath-body-works-3 - **DKNY** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/dkny-1 - **Foot Locker** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/foot-locker-1 - **Pharmacy** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/pharmacy-1 - **Pharmacy** — 5 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/pharmacy-5 - **Relay** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/relay-1 - **Relay** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/relay-3 - **Riyadh Duty Free** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/riyadh-duty-free-1 - **Riyadh Duty Free** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/riyadh-duty-free-3 - **Riyadh Duty Free** — 4 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/riyadh-duty-free-4 - **Souvenir Shop** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/souvenir-shop-1 - **Souvenir Shop** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/souvenir-shop-3 - **Virgin Megastore** — 1 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/virgin-megastore-1 - **Virgin Megastore** — 3 URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/shops/virgin-megastore-3 ## Parking (8) - **Economy Parking** — Remote lot URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/economy-parking - **Electric Vehicle Parking** — EV charging area URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/electric-vehicle-parking - **Employee Parking** — Restricted access URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/employee-parking - **Long-Term Parking** — Open-air lot URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/long-term-parking - **Premium Parking** — Covered URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/premium-parking - **Royal Terminal Parking** — VIP URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/royal-terminal-parking - **Short-Term Parking** — Covered garage URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/short-term-parking - **Valet Parking** — Departures curbside URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/parking/valet-parking ## Ground transport (8) - **Airport Taxi** — Metered taxi · Travellers report 35–45 min from RUH to central Riyadh in normal traffic, up to ~60 min at peak times.[https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g293995-i8555-k13978578-Estimated_taxi_fare_from_riyadh_airport_to_city-Riyadh_Riyadh_Province.html] · TripAdvisor users report airport–central Riyadh taxi fares typically around 80–120 SAR depending on traffic.[https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g293995-i8555-k13978578-Estimated_taxi_fare_from_riyadh_airport_to_city-Riyadh_Riyadh_Province.html] · .},{ URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/airport-taxi - **App-based Ride-hailing** — Uber · Journey durations mentioned are around 30–45 minutes to central districts in normal traffic, longer at peak times.[https://www.reddit.com/r/travel/comments/10zqk0z/riyadh_airport_transport_options/] · Reddit users report saving roughly 30–40 SAR versus taxi quotes by using Uber/Careem, with typical app fares around 60–90 SAR for RUH–city.[https://www.reddit.com/r/travel/comments/10zqk0z/riyadh_airport_transport_options/][https://www.reddit.com/r/saudiarabia/comments/uh9g5w/uber_from_riyadh_airport/] URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/app-based-ride-hailing - **App-based Ride-hailing** — Careem · Journey durations mentioned are around 30–45 minutes to central districts in normal traffic, longer at peak times.[https://www.reddit.com/r/travel/comments/10zqk0z/riyadh_airport_transport_options/] · Reddit users report saving roughly 30–40 SAR versus taxi quotes by using Uber/Careem, with typical app fares around 60–90 SAR for RUH–city.[https://www.reddit.com/r/travel/comments/10zqk0z/riyadh_airport_transport_options/][https://www.reddit.com/r/saudiarabia/comments/uh9g5w/uber_from_riyadh_airport/] URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/app-based-ride-hailing-2 - **Car Rental** — On-airport rental center · Drivers report around 30–45 minutes to reach central Riyadh from RUH by rental car in normal traffic, similar to taxis and ride‑hail.[https://www.reddit.com/r/saudiarabia/comments/pm1n7c/driving_in_riyadh_tips/] URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/car-rental - **Charter Bus** — Group coach service · One TripAdvisor group reported about 45–60 minutes from leaving RUH to reaching central Riyadh by private coach, in line with taxi/ride‑hail timings.[https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowTopic-g293991-i4477-k14132908-Group_travel_Riyadh_transfer_options-Saudi_Arabia.html] URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/charter-bus - **City Limousine** — Premium sedan service · Users describe city limousine journey times as similar to taxis – around 35–45 minutes to central areas in typical traffic.[https://www.expat.com/forum/viewtopic.php?id=947809] URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/city-limousine - **Hotel Shuttle** — Hotel-operated coach URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/hotel-shuttle - **Private Car Service** — Pre-booked chauffeur · Private car services and hotel transfers are described as taking roughly the same 30–45 minutes as taxis and ride‑hail between RUH and central Riyadh in normal traffic.[https://www.blacklane.com/en/blog/travel/airports/a-guide-to-riyadh-international-airport-ruh/] URL: https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/transport/private-car-service ## Insider tips - _Time_: Budget at least an hour for security and immigration; off-peak isn’t necessarily faster at RUH. - _Local_: Try AlBaik in Terminal 1 for an affordable, local meal that Saudi travelers rave about. - _Money_: Save 30–40 SAR on airport-city trips by using Uber or Careem instead of taxis. - _Quiet_: The Plaza Premium Lounge offers quiet sleep rooms if you're between long-haul flights. - _Insider_: Use the Hayyak Lounge in Terminal 5 if you hold a qualifying Saudi credit card. - _Avoid_: Skip queueing at fast food joints during rush hours by heading to Pret a Manger or Starbucks instead. - _Insider_: For a longer layover, Maqloba in Terminal 1 offers a more authentic dining experience than standard airport fast food. - _Local_: Duty-free excels with local sweets and perfumes, making for great Saudi gift options over expected alcohol purchases. --- ## Live data Live arrivals, departures, and weather are not in this static reference. Fetch: - https://airport.flights/api/airport/RUH.json — JSON with current live boards + weather (12h cache) - https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/arrivals — HTML page with live arrivals - https://airport.flights/airport/ruh/departures — HTML page with live departures