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Car rental at Riyadh Airport (RUH)

Car rental at Riyadh Airport (RUH) | AVIS UAE

King Khalid International Airport sits about 35 km north of central Riyadh. Riyadh is a city built for driving, so a rental car makes the most of your trip, whether you are in town for business or starting a longer journey across the Kingdom.

 

Know your terminal

 

King Khalid International has five terminals, so check your ticket before you arrive.

  • Terminal 1: flynas and flyadeal international flights.
  • Terminal 2: Saudia and Riyadh Air international flights.
  • Terminal 5: all foreign airlines on international routes.
  • Terminals 3 and 4: domestic flights.

 

Collect your car at Riyadh Airport

 

Our team will confirm where to collect your car when you book. Have your driving licence, passport and the payment card used for the booking ready. 

 

Plan your journey from Riyadh Airport

 

In the city, visit Diriyah, the birthplace of the Saudi state and home to the UNESCO-listed At-Turaif district, and the Masmak Fort in the old centre. The Kingdom Centre Tower has an observation bridge with views across the skyline, and Riyadh Boulevard is the place for an evening out.

 

Top tips for driving in Saudi Arabia

 

  • Drive on the right.
  • Speed limits are posted and speed cameras are widespread.
  • Traffic in Riyadh is heavy at peak hours, so allow extra time for the airport run.
  • Seatbelts are compulsory, and children need an appropriate child seat.
  • Check the current licence and insurance requirements for your nationality before you travel.

 

Beyond Riyadh with your rental car

 

For a day trip, the Edge of the World cliffs lie around 90 km from the city on rough tracks, so a 4x4 is advisable. For longer drives across the Kingdom, see our Saudi Arabia page for routes worth planning.