Riyadh Metro to King Khalid International Airport
How to reach King Khalid International Airport by Riyadh Metro: the Yellow Line, the three airport stations, fares, hours and where to change.
The Yellow Line (Line 4) of the Riyadh Metro runs from KAFD to King Khalid International Airport (KKIA), with three stations at the airport. A 2-hour ticket costs SAR 4.
Quick answer
| Line | Yellow Line (Line 4), KAFD to the airport |
| Airport stations | Terminals 1 and 2, Terminals 3 and 4, Terminal 5 |
| Fare | SAR 4 Standard, SAR 10 First Class, for 2 hours of travel including changes |
| Hours | From 5:30 AM to around midnight; check the Darb app for the last train |
The Yellow Line route
From the airport the Yellow Line calls at Terminals 1 and 2, Terminals 3 and 4, Terminal 5, Governmental Complex, Princess Nourah University, SABIC, Uthman Bin Affan Road, Ar Rabi and KAFD (9 stations in our data).
Terminal 5
Terminal 5 has its own station on the Yellow Line, Airport Terminal 5. It's the terminal used by foreign airlines for international flights (Wikipedia); Qatar Airways, for example, moved all its Riyadh flights there from 25 February 2026 (Marhaba). Saudi airlines use the other terminals: Terminals 1 and 2 for their international flights, and Terminals 3 and 4 for domestic ones.
So if you're flying a foreign airline, ride the Yellow Line to Airport Terminal 5. Check your terminal with the airline before you travel, because allocations change.
Changing lines
- KAFD: change to the Blue Line for Olaya Street, STC, the National Museum and downtown (Al-Batha, Qasr Al-Hokm), or the Purple Line.
- SABIC, Uthman Bin Affan Road and Ar Rabi: shared with the Purple Line, for the north and east of the city.
- For downtown and the west, change to the Blue Line at KAFD, then to the Orange Line at Qasr Al-Hokm.
The Orange Line does not go to the airport. See the Riyadh Metro lines and stations guide for every line.
Tickets
- 2-hour ticket: SAR 4 Standard or SAR 10 First Class, covering Metro and bus trips for 2 hours, including changes.
- Passes: 3 days SAR 20, 7 days SAR 40, 30 days SAR 140.
- Where to buy: ticket machines and offices at the stations, or the Darb app. See the Darb card guide and the fare calculator.
There is no extra charge for airport stations.
Hours
Since September 2025 the Metro opens at 5:30 AM (Gulf News) and runs until around midnight. Hours change in Ramadan and for Eid and events, so check the Darb app before a late or early flight.
Luggage and tips
- Take bags you can manage yourself, and keep them out of doorways and aisles.
- Follow the Metro signs from arrivals to the station for your terminal.
- No eating or drinking on trains; see Riyadh Metro fines and rules.
Frequently asked questions
Which Metro line goes to Riyadh airport?
The Yellow Line (Line 4), from KAFD.
Which Metro station is for Terminal 3 and 4?
Airport Terminals 3 and 4 on the Yellow Line. Terminals 1 and 2 have their own station, and so does Terminal 5.
How much is the Metro to Riyadh airport?
SAR 4 for a 2-hour Standard ticket, or SAR 10 in First Class.
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