Riyadh RUH Airport Shuttle

With so much going on in the massive facility, it can be easy to get lost in the hectic nature of King Khalid Airport, making shuttle reservations especially imperative. Book with either local shuttle or sedan providers to make the most out of a busy situation, looking forward to the simplicity of your hotel room with a ride that can get you moving the moment you walk away from baggage claim.

Depending on what side of town your shuttle plans to drop you off makes all the difference in how much fun you’ll be having, whether that means staying close to the quiet northwestern town of Ad Diriyah or the large central financial district of Al Olaya, which also holds some of the city’s most cherished landmarks, museums, and mosques. Those wanting to stay close to south central’s many family-friendly attractions ranging from Riyadh Zoo to Salaam Park should stay in the Al Murabba region, located south-central and offering easy access to fun for all ages.

Sometimes making sure your ducks are in a row is the best thing you can do, especially when it comes to shuttle reservations. Print out your confirmation email the moment it arrives to ensure you’ve got all your info in one place, further writing down any missing details including emergency contact numbers, hotel check-in, and must-see locales. Make security fly by just as easy by scanning your personal documentation ranging from driver’s license to passport, also organizing your bags cleanly to ensure X-Rays as well as random bag checks go by quickly.

About King Khalid International Airport
A little over 21 miles from downtown, King Khalid International makes getting where you need to be relatively easy depending on how patient you are. Arrive to your hotel all smiles by reserving a room nearby, the closest stay being Makarem Riyadh Airport Hotel across the street from the terminal, while other options rest just 15 minutes away in the Ar Rimal neighborhood, including the upscale isolation of Toot Resort as well as the large poolside of Salwa Garden Village.

Enjoy a wide variety of on-site eats and entertainment while you wait at King Khalid International. Those in Terminal 1 have a wide variety of options including drinks at Costa Coffee, sweets from Carvel Ice Cream, and a duty-free shop, while Terminal 2 offers deluxe pick-me-ups from Segafredo Espresso alongside casual sit-down eats at Burgerizzr. Terminal 3 offers the fewest options, though all 3 triangles are connected by bridges and conveyor belts, with a variety of restaurants and lounges in between. Terminal 5 offers the most robust amount of attractions, from western-friendly eats at Dunkin’ Donuts to supermarket shopping at Meed.

Those staying close to the airport may want to take advantage of Riyadh’s northern hotspots, going on an afternoon hike at Thumamah National Park’s diverse landscape, or simply enjoying a horse race at the King Abdulaziz Equestrian Field. Learn more about the region’s culture by heading to the Janadriyah Cultural & Heritage Festival Venue, a rentable space for parties as well as a public place of worship just across the street from Salwa Garden Village Hotel. Just west of the airport is the Riyadh Golf Course, making networking especially simple, while King Salman Land Park offers a diverse collection of trails and quaint desert gardens.

Riyadh Destinations
Located in central Saudi Arabia, the capital city of Riyadh is uniquely placed on a hot desert plateau, making the city appear a modern mirage from a distance. Explore the region’s many unique attractions, starting at the Kingdom Centre, one of the city’s tallest skyscrapers known for housing a massive shopping mall, offices in the financial district, and a sky bridge 99-stories high. Go on a tour through the country’s history at the National Museum of Saudi Arabia as well, enjoying huge gardens and quaint places, afterward complimenting the artifacts with a breath of fresh air at King Abdullah Park, a beloved desert oasis known for its surreal fountains and views of downtown through sprawling paths.

For even more lush greenery, head to Salaam Park Riyadh, a lakeside getaway known to juxtapose the scorched land surrounding it, while the scenic Wadi Hanifa offers views of a historic valley that forms a thin tributary winding through old towns, all while creating several lush parks along the way, from the famous Date Palms at Wadi Hanifah to the stoic space of Al Haeer Park Khamsa Khamsa. Enjoy family-friendly attractions as well, getting to know the rare rhinos and fun train rides at Riyadh Zoo while looking forward to the astonishing architecture of King Fahad National Library. End the day on a good note by grabbing a bite at the city’s most beloved, choosing between international fare at Tokyo Restaurant or going all out at the iconic Mama Noura.

Lounges at King Khalid Airport
There are 4 known VIP lounges throughout King Khalid Airport
- Plaza Premium Lounge: Located in Terminal 1. Perks include free Wi-Fi, drinks, reading material, TVs, payable fax services, plus a flight information monitor an disability access.
- Welcome Lounge: Located in Terminal 1. Perks include free Wi-Fi, showers, TVs, reading material, a prayer room, fax machines, payable daybeds, payable spa services, and a flight information monitor.
- Welcome Lounge: Located in Terminal 2. Perks include free Wifi, reading material, showers, TVs, children’s play area, drinks, payable daybeds, payable spa services, and a flight information monitor.
- naSmiles Lounge: Located in Terminal 5. Perks include free Wifi, reading material, TVs, drinks, plus disability access and a flight information monitor.