Popular Airport | King Khalid Intl. Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 2 hour 20 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 1910 Km |
Transportation to Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport, which is located 22 kilometers away from Sivas city center, is provided by the shuttle services of the airlines companies, HAVAŞ and municipal buses.
You can also reach the airport by taxing a taxi or renting a car at the car rental offices in the city center.
Departure point for the shuttle services from the city center to the airport is behind "Kılıçoğlu Pastanesi" pastry shop that is opposite the "Maliye" (Treasury) building. The shuttle route consists of the 4 Eylül Stadium, Kümbet Halı Saha, Sabancı Lisesi (High School) and Özel Harekat Şube Müdürlüğü.
Sivas Municipality and Turkish Airlines provide private transportation through the buses to and from the airport. The point of departure from the city center is in front of the Sivas Travel Tourism agency.
If you want to drive to the airport from the city center, you need to drive through D200 highway and follow the airport signs on the road. You can then drive through the link road to the airport. There is a 24-hour available parking area consisting of 356 parking lots at the airport. Parking is charged hourly, daily and monthly.
Sivas Nuri Demirağ Airport was built on a high-altitude plain area. For this reason, flights might be frequently cancelled when weather conditions are not suitable.
The airport also has the second longest runway in Turkey. No international flights are arranged at the airport.
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.