King Khaled International Airport (RUH)

Riyadh, SA πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ Large International Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

OERK

IATA

RUH

Elevation

2049 ft

Region

SA-01

Local Time

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Airport Information

GPS Code: OERK

Local Code: Not available

Location: 24.9576Β° N, 46.698799Β° E

Continent: AS

Type: Large International Airport

Keywords: Riyad

External Links

Links verified by AI β€’ Last updated: Jul 27, 2025
Nearby Points of Interest

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For Pilots

Designation Length Width Surface Status
15L/33R 13796 ft 197 ft ASP Active Lighted
15R/33L 13796 ft 197 ft ASP Active Lighted

Type Description Frequency
APP RIYADH APP 120.0 MHz
ATIS ATIS 127.15 MHz
Ctrl - 126.0 MHz
GND GND 121.6 MHz
TWR TWR 118.6 MHz

Ident Name Type Frequency
KIA King Khaled VORTAC 113300 kHz

Airport Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at King Khaled International Airport
Airlines by Flight Activity
Based on observed flight operations and route network
Airline Routes Flights Destinations Last Activity
49 283 49 Sep 17, 2025
Nas Air
KNE / XY
40 251 40 Sep 17, 2025
FAD
FAD / F3
13 108 13 Sep 17, 2025
4 99 4 Sep 17, 2025
1 20 1 Sep 17, 2025
2 15 2 Sep 15, 2025
Gulf Air
GFA / GF
1 12 1 Sep 15, 2025
Air Arabia
ABY / G9
1 12 1 Sep 17, 2025
MSC
MSC / SM
2 12 2 Sep 15, 2025
EgyptAir
MSR / MS
2 10 2 Sep 14, 2025

Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 21, 2025
Taxis

Official airport taxis are available 24/7 at the arrivals level of all terminals. Fares are calculated by the meter. Ride-hailing services, such as Uber and Careem, also operate from the airport with designated pick-up areas.

Rental Cars

Numerous car rental companies have counters in the arrivals halls, including major international brands like Hertz, Avis, and Sixt, as well as local providers. It is advisable to book in advance. A valid driver's license, passport, and credit card are required.

Public Transportation

The airport is connected to the city's public transport network. The Riyadh Metro's Line 4 (Yellow Line) serves the airport via a station at Terminal 5. Additionally, Riyadh Bus services operate routes connecting the airport to various parts of the city. A free shuttle bus runs between all terminals.

Nearby Airports

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~55 km away
Prince Sultan Air Base
AKH β€’ OEPS
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Thumamah Airport
OETH
NoneSA
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King Abdul Aziz Military Academy Airport
OE53
NoneSA
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~31 km away
Military Airport
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Small Airport
~40 km away
Khashm Alan/ Riyadh Airport
SA-0057
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~43 km away
Pump Station 3 Airport
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Small Airport
~83 km away
Hafar Al Atk Airport
OE54
NoneSA
Small Airport
~116 km away
Al Kharj Airport
OE47
Al Kharj, SA
Small Airport
~123 km away
Al Kharj East Airport
OE51
NoneSA
Small Airport
~139 km away
Residential Helipad
SA-0052
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~7 km away
Riyah Equestrian Club Helipad (2x)
SA-0051
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~9 km away
KAPSARC Helipad
SA-0061
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~10 km away
Private Helipad
SA-0073
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~11 km away
Princess Nora bint Abdulrahman University Helipad
SA-0060
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~14 km away
Helipad (2x)
SA-0072
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~15 km away
Military Helipad
SA-0071
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~19 km away
Military Helipad
SA-0062
Riyadh, SA
Heliport
~21 km away
Riyadh Air Base
OERY
Riyadh, SA
Closed Airport
~26 km away
Distances are approximate and calculated as straight-line distances.

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9 pm flights Posted by on April 21, 2014

Why can I not see the 9pm flight departures - I look on 6pm to 9pm and it is not there - I look on 9pm to 12 and it is not there

OERK Posted by jmblanco430 on August 13, 2009

RUNWAY 15L---109.50---148ΒΊ