Riyadh Airport
2009 Best Airport
REGION: MIDDLE EAST
Runner-Up
Traveller Comments....
"the customs officer tried to cox me into giving him a bribe (which I refused)" (?)
"Security is amazing, and they will let you strip to your boxer shorts in public to attempt to get through the metal detector without it beeping" (Ade)
Recent Review
by 5ftman
I was dreading this one after hearing so many horror stories! ('Muttawa' religious police hounding people, no shops etc. I was actually pleasantly surprised. Yes, it is grubby and yes if you're a rabid feminist you might not like the sight of hundreds of obedient tents meekly following their husbands around but it's ok-really! There are lots of places to eat, nothing too exciting, just coffee stalls (tip: check the riyal rate first to make sure you aren't getting ripped off). What really surprised me through was when my connection wasn't listed and I approached a member of staff, he actually smiled politely and told me not to worry! So, good to change your perceptions of the Saudis anyway! Most people seemed nice, a bit of staring but not unfriendly. Final two tips, avoid the toilets, unless you want to be the index case of Ebola's long lost cousin and don't worry too much when the entire airport suddenly drops to their knees and starts prostrating! It's Saudi Arabia after all!
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Riyadh Airport Guide
Airport Lounges
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Airport WiFi / Internet
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Airport Hotels
If sleeping in the Riyadh Airport does not appeal to you, there are hotels near the airport....
- Sahara Airport Hotel - next to the terminal
- Makarim Riyadh Hotel - 5-minute from to/from the airport
More Services, Facilities and Things to Do at the Airport
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Airport Hours
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Riyadh Travel Sites
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