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There are bus services that you can use to go to the Dammam King Fahd International Airport from the city center. If you want a more comfortable travel, you can get on a taxi. Another alternative is renting a car to go to the airport.

Taxi

You can easily find a taxi in the city center. Your hotel can also help you about this issue. Because there is no taximeter in the taxi, you should bargain and agree with the fare before you get on. The fare you will pay should be around 50-60 SAR. From Dammam city center, you can arrive at the airport in about half an hour by taxi.

Bus

If you prefer going to the airport by a public transportation vehicle, you can get on the bus from the bus station, which is very close to the city center. Bus ticket price is 12 SAR per person. It is possible to reach the airport in about 40 minutes by bus. Public transportation can be a good alternative for those coming from Al-Khobar and Al-Hasa. Once you have reached Dammam city center by bus, you can easily get to the airport by transferring from here.

Car Rental

Car rental is highly preferred by tourists since public transportation in Dammam can be generally distressful. In the city center you can see the offices of many car rental companies. If you wish, your hotel can also help you to rent a car. It is possible to arrive at the airport in half an hour with the car you rent. From the city center you must connect to King Fahd road and follow the airport sign boards.

Airport Information

Although the King Fahd International Airport, which is 20 km northeast of the city center, is at world standards, problems can sometimes emerge and long queues may occur in passport control. It is appropriate to arrange your arrival time to the airport in order not to be exposed to unexpected situations.

You can find bank, ATM and exchange bureau in the King Fahd Airport.

There is also a self-service restaurant as well as a great number of cafes and buffets selling snacks and drinks. There is no free Wi-Fi service throughout the airport but there are internet access tables at different points.

As well as duty free stores, shops where you can buy souvenirs, clothes and books offer service for passengers. For the smokers, there is a private indoor room within the airport.

There is a large mosque on the roof of the parking lot belonging to the King Fahd Airport and it is connected to the terminal with private bridges. All of these bridges are air-conditioned.

If you do not want to give up on your comfort, you can wait your flight in the VIP lounge at the outgoing passenger terminal. On the other hand, seminar and meeting halls are not available at the airport.

From Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) City Center

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport

Thiruvananthapuram International Airport (IATA: TRV) is located 6 km from Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) city center, the capital of the state of Kerala. Being a hub for Air India, IndiGo, and SpiceJet, this airport has a single runway, and two terminals, Terminal 1 is for domestic flights while Terminal 2 is for both domestic flights of Air India and all international flights. Due to the proximity and being one of the busiest airports in India, there are many options for transportation to Thiruvananthapuram (Trivandrum) city center, as well as other cities nearby. Thiruvananthapuram International Airport offers services such as check-in counters, immigration counters, baggage wrapping services, duty-free shops, ATMs, a currency exchange office, medical facilities, lounges, a prayer room, smoking lounge, cafes, restaurants, and more. Also, a parking lot with a capacity of a total of 1000 bays, and car rental counters are available at the Thiruvananthapuram International Airport.

Bus

At Thiruvananthapuram International Airport there are two bus stops, less than 150 meters from both terminals, that you can take to reach Thiruvananthapuram city center. It takes around 30 minutes to the city center, and the prices start from INR 20, but different fees may be applied for baggage. 

Taxi 

You can take an Airport Taxi, pre-paid taxi, or app-based taxi like Uber and Ola for ridesharing, from both terminals in Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to reach Thiruvananthapuram city center. The ride takes around 15-20 minutes, and although the pricing can differ for different reasons, it generally starts from INR 450-550. 

Rental Car

Car rental counters are available at the arrival hall in Thiruvananthapuram International Airport which you can use as an option for transportation to Thiruvananthapuram city center, as well as getting around the city. The prices are determined by several factors, such as car type, duration, mileage, etc. but you can find as low as INR 1500-2000 per day. 

Hotel Shuttles

One of the most comfortable and luxurious ways of transportation from Thiruvananthapuram International Airport to Thiruvananthapuram city center is hotel shuttles, especially if you travel in larger groups and have several pieces of baggage. While booking you can ask if they provide such a service and if they charge for it.