Private jet to the Saudi Cup
The Saudi Cup meeting runs on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 February 2027 at King Abdulaziz Racecourse. Riyadh's King Khalid International is about 5 to 10 minutes away by car.
- 2027 meeting
- 5 to 6 February
- Saudi Cup purse
- $20 million
- Airport
- King Khalid (OERK)
- To the course
- 5 to 10 min
Why fly to the Saudi Cup
King Khalid International (OERK) in Riyadh, about 5 to 10 minutes by car from King Abdulaziz Racecourse in the Janadriyah district. It is a 24-hour airport of entry with FBOs for private jets.
The Saudi Cup is the world's richest horse race, with a $20 million purse. The racecourse sits north-east of central Riyadh, next to the main airport.
The 2027 meeting falls in a Riyadh racing season that runs from 16 October 2026 to 17 April 2027, with racing every Friday and Saturday. The 2026 festival offered more than $35 million across 16 races over the two days.
From central Riyadh the drive is 25 to 40 minutes, but from the airport it is under 15 minutes. See private jet charter to Riyadh for the airport.
Sources:Arab News, October 2026: Riyadh racing returns to King Abdulaziz RacecourseTradeArabia, August 2026: Riyadh Racing Season to offer $63m prize money, starts on October 16House of Saud, March 2026: Saudi Cup guide, tickets, travel and the world's richest horse raceUniversal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)
The Saudi Cup meeting
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| 2027 dates | Friday 5 and Saturday 6 February |
| Venue | King Abdulaziz Racecourse, Janadriyah, north-east Riyadh |
| Saudi Cup purse | $20 million, $10 million to the winner |
| 2026 festival | More than $35 million across 16 races |
| Season | 16 October 2026 to 17 April 2027, SAR 236.3 million in prize money |
| Dress | No strict dress code; smart to formal is expected |
Sources:Arab News, October 2026: Riyadh racing returns to King Abdulaziz RacecourseHouse of Saud, March 2026: Saudi Cup guide, tickets, travel and the world's richest horse raceTradeArabia, August 2026: Riyadh Racing Season to offer $63m prize money, starts on October 16
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Getting from the jet to the course
Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam are 24-hour airports of entry, and Riyadh has FBOs with fuel and catering. Parking is rarely a problem unless a large event is under way, so confirm it early for Saudi Cup weekend.
A light jet such as the Cessna Citation XLS suits regional trips; a super-midsize jet such as the Bombardier Challenger 350 adds range and cabin height.
Sources:Universal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)House of Saud, March 2026: Saudi Cup guide, tickets, travel and the world's richest horse race
What to know before you fly into Saudi Arabia
- Landing permits from the General Authority of Civil Aviation are required for all private and charter flights, with a minimum lead time of 72 hours. Your operator files them with full crew and passenger details.
- Jeddah (OEJN), Riyadh (OERK) and Dammam (OEDF) are 24-hour airports of entry; Jeddah and Riyadh have FBOs and full services.
- Alcohol on board must be sealed in a locked, numbered bar before arrival and stay sealed on the ground. Expect full aircraft searches.
- Saudi Arabia lifted cabotage restrictions in May 2025.
Sources:Universal Weather, 2025: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix business aviation planning guideUniversal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)AIN, October 2025: Alliance opens FBO at Saudi Arabia's AlUla airport
Jets for Saudi Cup weekend
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Questions, answered
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Ask a specialistWhen is the 2027 Saudi Cup?+
The meeting is on Friday 5 and Saturday 6 February 2027 at King Abdulaziz Racecourse in Riyadh.
How much is the Saudi Cup worth?+
The Saudi Cup itself carries a $20 million purse, with $10 million to the winner.
How far is the racecourse from the airport?+
About 5 to 10 minutes by car from King Khalid International, and 25 to 40 minutes from central Riyadh.
Is there a dress code?+
There is no strictly enforced dress code; the meeting is a smart occasion, with smart casual to formal wear expected.
Related pages
Fares, dates and rules on this page were checked on 19 October 2026. Official fares and schedules change every season; the operator or authority named in each source has the final word.
- 1.Arab News, October 2026: Riyadh racing returns to King Abdulaziz Racecourse
- 2.TradeArabia, August 2026: Riyadh Racing Season to offer $63m prize money, starts on October 16
- 3.House of Saud, March 2026: Saudi Cup guide, tickets, travel and the world's richest horse race
- 4.Universal Weather: Business jet destination guide, Saudi Arabia (updated April 2022)
- 5.Universal Weather, 2025: Saudi Arabian Grand Prix business aviation planning guide
- 6.AIN, October 2025: Alliance opens FBO at Saudi Arabia's AlUla airport
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