By Air:
Flights:
There are currently four major international airports in the Kingdom:
- Dammam: King Fahd International Airport
- Jeddah: King AbdulAziz International Aiport
- Riyadh: King Khalid International Airport
- Madeena: Prince Mohammad bin AbdulAziz Airport
- The national carrier is Saudi Arabian Airlines saudiairlines.com
- If you’re travelling on a Hajj and Umrah Visa, your travel agent is likely to take care of flights and accommodation for you.
- Travellers are advised to book well in advance as flights to Saudi Arabia may be fully booked during peak Umrah seasons.
By Road:
Buses:
- SAPTCO buses provide international transportation to and from the Kingdom and neighboring countries such as U.A.E., Bahrain, Qatar, Egypt, Kuwait, Syria, Jordan, Yemen and Sudan.
- Buses are air-conditioned with on-board toilets and frequent rest stops.
- Visit the SAPTCO website for more information on stations and how to get your ticket.
Cars:
It is quite possible to enter the Kingdom by car. Just ensure you are carrying your documents including passport with a valid visa and driving lisence.
By Sea:
Ferries:
- Traveling by sea is fairly uncommon as it is slower, costlier and more dangerous than other options.
- Ferries link Jeddah and Duba on the Red Sea to the Egyptian Port Safaga and Suez, and to Port Sudan.
