Popular Airport | King Khalid Intl. Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 3 hour 20 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 2657 Km |
You can reach Burgas International Airport by public transport from the city center. You can choose airport shuttle services for a more convenient transportation or take an average of 20 minutes taxi ride to the airport.
Renting a car from the car rental offices in the city center is another option.
You can easily reach the airport by bus 15, which stops at the city center. In the normal course of traffic, the journey lasts about 30 minutes.
Although hotel shuttles are an extremely convenient means of transport, it is not a service offered by every accommodation center. You must make a reservation if you would like to use this service in advance by contacting your hotel. Since it is more costly than taking a taxi, you should not forget to check with your hotel.
Eko Taxi carries out airport taxiing business. You can make a reservation in advance and make them to pick you up from your accommodation. You can also reach the airport by taxi which you can easily find in the city center. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi to the airport from the city center.
In the city center you can see the offices of a number of international and national car rental companies. You must have an international driver's license to rent a car. Your hotel can help you to find car rental companies’ contact information.
You can find out where and when the airport shuttle services depart from your hotel. The cost of these services is more expensive than municipal buses, but cheaper than taxis. The journey from the city center to the airport takes about half an hour.
Burgas International Airport is about 12 kilometers from the city center. Light food and coffee are served mostly at the airport's eating and drinking areas. There are also shops and duty-free stores where you can make last minute purchases.
The Bulgarian Market is located next to the duty free store at the airport terminal for guests looking for something different and authentic. This market includes local products such as Bulgarian wines, sausages, honey, cheeses as well as different and special products such as handmade chocolates.
There is a VIP Lounge at the airport. This lounge also has an open-air terrace and guests can take advantage of the free Wi-Fi service. VIP Lounge guests are exempted from some of the formalities and do not wait in line.
Taxis are available 24/7 at the arrivals area of King Khalid International Airport. They are usually metered, but confirming the fare with the driver beforehand is recommended. Expect the journey to the city center to take approximately 25-30 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. Ride-hailing apps like Uber and Careem offer alternative options to taxis with designated ride-hailing pick-up zones near terminals.
Public buses connect the airport to various parts of Riyadh, including the city center. They typically operate during daytime hours, but schedules and routes should be confirmed at the airport information desk. Look for clearly marked bus stops at the arrivals area.
Riyadh metro system consists of six lines, connecting 85 stations. Line 4, or also known as the Yellow Line, runs from King Khalid International Airport to the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD). Passengers opting for public transportation can use the metro, as it is available at the airport exits, and tickets can be obtained from machines at the station.
Car rental agencies at the airport allow travelers to drive themselves to the city center. Ensure you have a valid international license and insurance. Parking is available at most hotels and key locations in Riyadh.
Many hotels in Riyadh provide shuttle services to and from the airport. Contact your hotel in advance to confirm pick-up arrangements and locations. These services are especially useful for first-time visitors.