Abha Airport
Abha Airport is situated roughly 20 km away from the city of Abha and provides a number of domestic and international flights. Along with many flights across the Middle East region, the airport also handles direct flights from the UAE from both Sharjah and Dubai.
Terminals at Abha Airport
Abha Airport consists of a single passenger terminal which handles both domestic and international flights. The airport is a relatively small airport so you shouldn’t expect much available in terms of facilities and amenities. However, there is a cafeteria where you can enjoy a quick bite to eat if you are hungry, and there are also a few different travel and souvenir shops available if you need some last-minute travel necessities.
Alternatively, travelers looking for more exclusive and luxurious surroundings may want to spend time in the airport lounge where you can enjoy Wi-Fi access and a range of refreshments. The airport itself is open 24 hours a day, so it is possible to hang around if you have an early morning flights without needing to book a hotel. However, there are a few hotels in the immediate area surrounding the airport, so this option is on the table if need be. You can find a wide range of hotels across Abha to suit all budgets.
Abha Airport Travel Information
Travelers arriving in Abha will find that hopping in a taxi just outside of the terminal is the most convenient way to travel into the city, as there are no regular public transport services running to and from the airport. Alternatively, you could also book a private transfer before catching your flight if you want some peace of mind.
Most nationals catching flights to Saudi Arabia will need a valid visa to enter the country, so make sure you make all the necessary visa arrangements well in advance of your journey to avoid disappointment. However, select nationals including those from the UAE are able to enter Saudi Arabia without needing a visa, although make sure you bring along your national ID card. In Abha the climate is a lot cooler compared to the rest of Saudi Arabia due to its high elevation, with average highs of just 30 degrees across the summer.
* This information is correct as of May 2018
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