Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Al Khobar travel guide

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With a population of 165,799, Al Khobar is a must-see destination in Ash Sharqiyah, Saudi Arabia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 10 days in order to fully appreciate everything Al Khobar has to offer.

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Where to Eat in Al Khobar

If you’re looking for affordable options, Lusin Al Shaikh Avenue (Al-Sheikh Avenue King Salman Bin abdulaziz Road) and TWIST Restaurant - InterContinental Al Khobar (Al Bandariyah Area Ibn Bassam Al Andalussi St) are great picks.

When to visit Al Khobar

Al Khobar in July
Estimated hotel price
£87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Al Khobar in July
Estimated hotel price
£87
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Al Khobar

Plane

Although Al Khobar doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dammam King Fahad Intl (DMM), which is located 30 miles from Al Khobar. The shortest flight to Al Khobar from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Al Khobar is to pick up a car hire from Dammam, which is about 15 miles from Al Khobar. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Alamo, among others, in Dammam.

Bus

Al Khobar’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Al Khobar doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Dammam King Fahad Intl (DMM), which is located 30 miles from Al Khobar. The shortest flight to Al Khobar from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Al Khobar is to pick up a car hire from Dammam, which is about 15 miles from Al Khobar. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Alamo, among others, in Dammam.

Bus

Al Khobar’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Al Khobar

DMMDammam King Fahad Intl
HOFHofuf Al-Ahsa

Airlines serving Al Khobar

Lufthansa
Good (7,289 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,381 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,245 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,983 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,932 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,866 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,915 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,306 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,606 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,895 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,232 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (955 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (815 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,011 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (274 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (363 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (159 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (924 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,833 reviews)
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Where to stay in Al Khobar

Average rates range from around £62 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £100 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Al Khobar, with prices from £22 to £140 per night. Al Ulaya is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Al Khobar are about 26% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Al Khobar

Most booked hotels in Al Khobar

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Aloft Dhahran
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Boudl Gardenia Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Hiring a car in Al Khobar

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Al Khobar, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Al Khobar, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

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