
King Khalid International.
Private aviation guide to King Khalid International: runway, opening hours, private terminals, routes and flight times.
- ICAO
- OERK
- IATA
- RUH
- Serves
- Riyadh
- Private terminal
- Yes
Flying private from RUH.
King Khalid International (OERK) is one of the main private aviation airports serving Riyadh.
King Khalid International is about 35 km north of central Riyadh and has a dedicated Private Aviation Terminal beside the main terminal, opened in December 2018.
The airport is open 24 hours with customs on site, and slots and handling are mandatory, so arrival times should be fixed early.
Flights are operated by GACA-licensed operators.
King Khalid International at a glance.
| OERK | |
|---|---|
| Longest runway | 15L/33R, 13,796 ft (4,205 m) |
| Opening hours | Open 24 hours |
| Customs and immigration | Yes, airport of entry |
| Distance | About 35 km (22 miles) north of central Riyadh |
| Private terminals | Private Aviation Terminal beside the main terminal, opened in December 2018 |
| Rules for private jets | Slots required; handling is mandatory |
Sources: AC-U-KWIK airport record, OERK; Private Aviation Terminal inaugurated in Riyadh, GACA, December 2018. Hours and rules change; your operator confirms them for the date you fly.
Popular departures.
From RUH by private jet.
- Distance
- 153 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 40m
- One way
- from SAR 26.1k
- Distance
- 178 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 43m
- One way
- from SAR 26.1k
- Distance
- 191 nm
- Flight time
- 0h 45m
- One way
- from SAR 26.1k
- Distance
- 308 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 02m
- One way
- from SAR 26.1k
- Distance
- 382 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 13m
- One way
- from SAR 26.1k
- Distance
- 398 nm
- Flight time
- 1h 15m
- One way
- from SAR 26.1k
Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhat are the opening hours of King Khalid International?+
Open 24 hours.
How long is the runway at King Khalid International?+
The longest runway is 15L/33R, 13,796 ft (4,205 m).
Are there special rules for private jets at King Khalid International?+
Slots required; handling is mandatory.
Does King Khalid International have a private jet terminal?+
Yes. Private passengers use a dedicated terminal.
How early should I arrive at RUH?+
About 30 minutes before departure for domestic trips, an hour for international.
Can I fly a private jet from RUH today?+
Often yes, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
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