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Riyadh
Riyadh airport transfers
King Khalid International is about 35 km north of the centre. Here is the easiest way into the city.
Updated · by Daniel
Your options
- Private transfer
- Driver waits in arrivals; fixed price
- Uber / Careem
- Available at the pickup zones
- Official taxi
- Metered, from the taxi rank
- Journey time
- 30–50 minutes to Olaya, depending on traffic
Book a fixed-price pickup
An English-speaking driver meets you in arrivals with a name sign, tracks your flight and waits if you are delayed.
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Getting from RUH to the city
- Pre-booked driver
- Meets you in arrivals with a name sign; fixed price. Best after long-haul or late at night
- Uber / Careem
- Available at designated pickup zones. Usually 35–50 minutes to central Riyadh
- Airport taxi
- Official taxis from the rank. Agree or confirm the fare before setting off
- Riyadh Metro
- The yellow line serves the airport terminals and connects to the rest of the network. Cheapest option if you travel light
Other transfer options
Tips on arrival
- RUH has several terminals, far apart. Check which one your flight uses before telling a driver where to meet.
- Immigration queues can be long when several long-haul flights land together. Pre-booked drivers track your flight, so you are not charged for the wait.
- Get cash from an ATM in arrivals only if you need it. Cards and Apple Pay work almost everywhere, including taxis booked through apps.
Questions travellers ask
How long is the drive from Riyadh airport to the city centre?
Around 30–50 minutes to Olaya, longer at rush hour.
Is Uber available at Riyadh airport?
Yes, from the designated ride-hailing pickup areas. You will need mobile data to book.
How long does it take to get from Riyadh airport to the city?
About 35–50 minutes by car to central Riyadh and Olaya, longer at rush hour (roughly 7–9am and 4–7pm, Sunday to Thursday).
