Al Khobar travel guide
Al Khobar Tourism | Al Khobar Guide
You're Going to Love Al Khobar
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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Al Khobar has to offer.
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
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 47 km from Al Khobar. The shortest flight to Al Khobar from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 14h 35m.
Car
Another option to get to Al Khobar is to pick up a car hire from Dammam, which is about 24 km from Al Khobar. You’ll find branches of Alamo and Sixt, among others, in Dammam.
Bus
Al Khobar’s bus station is located 6 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Al Khobar
Where to stay in Al Khobar
From 5-star hotels such as the Intercontinental Al Khobar to great affordable options like the Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Al Khobar, Al Khobar offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £59 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £115 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Al Khobar, with prices from £24 to £155 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 42% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.