King Khalid International Airport Riyadh: terminals, airlines, metro

Which terminal? King Khalid International Airport terminals

Terminal	Flights
Terminal 1	International flights of flynas and flyadeal
Terminal 2	International flights of Saudia and Riyadh Air
Terminal 3	Domestic flights of flynas, flyadeal and Riyadh Air
Terminal 4	Saudia domestic flights
Terminal 5	Foreign airlines such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines and British Airways

The layout in use since airlines began moving on 16 February 2026. An airline may move flights to another terminal, so check your ticket or the airline app before you leave.

Getting to the airport

By metro: the Yellow Line (Line 4) runs from KAFD to the airport in about 30 minutes, with three airport stations: one for Terminals 1–2, one for Terminals 3–4 and one for Terminal 5. It is a comfortable choice if you travel light.

By car: the airport is north of Riyadh on King Khalid Road and Airport Road; from the centre it takes 30 minutes to an hour depending on traffic. Taxis and ride-hailing apps are available at every terminal.

Parking and drop-off

According to the airport website (October 2026): the Terminals 1–4 car park is a 3–5 minute walk away, at SAR 10 an hour up to SAR 130 a day, then SAR 40 a day after 48 hours. The long-stay car park near Terminal 5 is capped at SAR 80 a day, with a free shuttle to Terminals 1–4 in about 15 minutes. Valet parking is available at the terminal gates.

The drop-off and pick-up lanes in front of the terminals are free for five minutes only; after that a SAR 575 fine applies. If you are meeting someone, wait in the car park until they come out.

Moving between terminals

Terminals 1, 2, 3 and 4 are joined by connecting buildings, while Terminal 5 stands apart and is linked to the others by free shuttle buses. If your next flight leaves from a different terminal, allow enough time to transfer.

King Salman International Airport

King Salman International Airport is being built around the current airport and will become one of the world's largest, with six runways and new terminals opening in phases through 2030 and beyond. Until then, your flights leave from today's King Khalid terminals.

Direct flights from King Khalid International Airport

Tips before you fly

Check your terminal number before you leave home: Terminal 5 is far from the others.
Arrive about three hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic one, and earlier in holiday seasons.
Check in on the airline app before you arrive, so you only need to drop your bag.
If you take the metro with a lot of luggage, avoid the morning and evening rush hours.

Frequently asked questions

Which terminal do flynas and flyadeal use at Riyadh airport?

Their domestic flights leave from Terminal 3 and their international flights from Terminal 1, under the layout in use since February 2026. Always check the terminal on your ticket.

Which terminal does Saudia use in Riyadh?

Saudia's domestic flights leave from Terminal 4, and its international flights from Terminal 2 together with Riyadh Air.

Does the Riyadh Metro go to the airport?

Yes. The Yellow Line reaches the airport from KAFD in about 30 minutes, with three stations: Terminals 1–2, Terminals 3–4 and Terminal 5.

How much is parking at King Khalid Airport?

According to the airport website in October 2026: the Terminals 1–4 car park costs SAR 10 an hour up to SAR 130 a day, then SAR 40 a day after 48 hours; the long-stay car park is capped at SAR 80 a day.

How far is King Khalid Airport from central Riyadh?

About 35 km north of the centre: 30 minutes to an hour by car depending on traffic, or about 30 minutes by metro from KAFD.

Last updated: October 2026. Terminal assignments, parking rates and schedules change; check your airline and the airport before you travel.