Popular Airport | Strigino - Nizhny Novgorod Intl. Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 4 hour 20 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 3531 Km |
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) is well-connected to Riyadh city center through several transportation options, including taxis, transfer services, and rental cars. The airport is located about 35 kilometers from city center and for those driving their own vehicles, the airport provides parking facilities for both short- and long-term use.
Taxis are one of the fastest and most convenient ways to reach King Khalid International Airport as typically takes 25-30 minutes to reach, depending on traffic conditions. They are widely available across Riyadh, and ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer an additional option. Fares range depending on the pickup point and traffic.
Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.
Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.
Many hotels in Riyadh provide transfer services to King Khalid International Airport. These services are convenient, reliable, and often affordable or free of charge, depending on your booking type. Travelers must confirm availability and costs with their hotel during booking. Hotel transfers are ideal for those who prefer a pre-arranged mode of transportation.
For those who prefer to drive themselves, renting a car is a flexible and comfortable alternative. Car rental offices are located throughout Riyadh, offering a variety of vehicles with or without a driver. The journey to the airport takes about 25–30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. International visitors need a valid international driving license to rent a car in Saudi Arabia.
Metro, buses and taxis are the other options for the transportation within the city. At Strigino Airport, buses and minibuses are the mostly used vehicles to reach the city center. Car rental companies meet the car demands in Strigino. And taxis operate at the airport as an alternative all day long.
You can go to Nizhny Novgorod in about half an hour by using the taxis waiting in front of the terminal building for 24 hours at Strigino Airport. It is an extra ease that they accept payment with both cash and credit card.
Bus routes 20 and 11 provide transportation to the city center. You can pay the amount in the buses, which operate between 06:00 am and 09:30 pm. Buses depart from the stops in front of the terminal building almost every 15 minutes.
You can go to the city center with the minibus routes 29 and 46, which operate only in the evening. Minibuses are in service between 05:50 pm and 11:00 pm.
There are three different car rental companies at Strigino Airport for those who want to rent a car. These companies - Europcar, Paulz and Rentalcars - are open for 24 hours. You can rent a car over telephone and internet or from the offices directly.