Dubai to Riyadh Flights

Flying from Dubai International Airport

Flights from Dubai operate regularly and Dubai International Airport is close to the city, enabling easy access from surrounding areas. The most common mode of transport to the airport is by taxi. There is no shortage of cabs and, in particular, the cream-coloured Dubai Transport Corporation cars are widely recognised as being reliable and reasonably priced. There are also bus routes running directly from the city, and many hotels operate their own transport. The latest addition is the automated metro, which has stops across the city and was opened in 2009. For passengers who are on stopovers, there is a complimentary shuttle bus between the airport's terminals; this runs 24 hours a day.

There are three terminals at Dubai International Airport, one of which is exclusive to Emirates flights. As might be expected, in the United Arab Emirates terminal there is an extensive range of VIP services available at an additional cost that speed up the process between checking in and arriving at the lounge. The airport has a range of lounges, including two Quiet Lounges in Terminal 1, which allow passengers to rest before flights.

The airport has an extensive range of shopping and dining options, and features many global luxury brands. All tastes are catered for, from Indian cuisine to fish and chips, enabling passengers who are travelling on one of the flights Dubai offers to enjoy a relaxing meal. There is also a variety of services available, including banks, tour operators and hire car companies, should they be required.

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Riyadh International Airport

Instead of spending a mini-fortune on your next trip, with a booking service like ebookers, you can find affordable flights to Riyadh. Most international fights to Riyadh arrive at King Khalid International Airport, which is located twenty-two miles north of the city. There are three terminals in the airport, one of which is reserved for domestic flights. Dozens of airlines operate from the airport, including Qatar Air, British Airways, and Alitalia. The airport is listed as an alternate emergency landing site for NASA shuttles.

Transportation from Riyadh King Khalid International Airport

Outside the airport, the major form of public transportation to the city is by taxi. Only authorized taxis sporting the airport logo are allowed to operate within the premises. The average price for a trip to the centre of town is SAR60. For travellers who prefer the option of driving into the town, there are eight rental car companies that have representatives at the airport. With ebookers, you can make early reservations on your rentals and get great holiday deals.

Weather in Riyadh

Riyadh's desert climate is characterized by warm temperatures for most of the year. The warmest months are from May to September, with an average high of 39°C. August is the hottest month of the year, with temperatures peaking at 43°C, while January marks the coldest month, with temperatures dipping to 6°C. Temperatures are low between November and February, with an average high of 24°C. The city experiences occasional dust storms, during which visibility is poor.

Things to Do in Riyadh

Riyadh has over a 100 districts and dozens of cultural attractions. The city is home to the National Museum, which is considered one of the best museums in the Middle East. Popular landmarks worth visiting include the Kingdom Tower, the Al Failsaliah Tower, and the Masmak Castle.