Riyadh Airport officially known as King Khalid International Airport is found in Riyadh, the capital city of Saudi Arabia and is located 35 kilometers north of the city. Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport serves a little over 13 million passengers each year and covers over 225 square kilometers. The airport has three passenger terminals: - international flights terminal, domestic flights terminal and Saudi Arabian Airlines and Nas flights terminal. Once you arrive at the airport, car hire agents are easy to spot as they are strategically located right outside the key terminals. The other two additional terminals are mainly for receiving local and international dignitaries and for use by the airport crew. These are The Royal Terminal and The General aviation Terminal at Riyadh Airport.
Car hire is most convenient and pocket friendly when done before hand through the internet. It brings about the added advantage of discounts, extra mileage, working car insurance, a fully functioning GPS navigation system and most importantly saves from the hustle and bustle of filling up paperwork for car hire after a long tiring flight. Although there are alternative means of transport in and out of the airport, car hire is the most convenient and it is really affordable. Different makes of cars ranging from convertibles, sports cars, SUV s and pickups are at your disposal. This is guaranteed to make your stay in Saudi Arabia more comfortable, a true home away from home, as your movement will not be determined and limited to the public transport system. You can visit several tourist sites at your own convenience and still use the same to get you back to Riyadh Airport.
You can start your amazing adventure through the beautiful city of Riyadh full of hidden historical gems by driving your car to the city of old Diriyah which is considered one of the most beautiful places in the whole of Saudi Arabia. The ruins of the old city made entirely of mud brick structures will definitely mentally take you back through history to the 1745 Islamic reform movement which is a cornerstone to the history of the Saudi Arabian people. Riyadh Museum of History and Archeology is also a wonderful place to visit especially with family. It has seven themed sections that accurately capture the intricately woven historical and religious journey of the people. You will definitely drive off having a better perspective of the culture and back ground of the Saudi Arabian people. The Al Murabba'a palace with all its royal splendor and rich cultural place is a must-see landmark in the city before heading to Riyadh Airport.
