Popular Airport | Cluj Intl. Airport |
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Popular Airlines | |
Approximate Flight Duration | 4 hour 30 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 3615 Km |
Located around 25 kilometers from Abha, the capital of Saudi Arabia's Asir Province, Abha Airport offers convenient transportation options, including taxis, rental cars, and hotel shuttles. Here's what you need to know:
TaxiTaxis are readily available outside the terminal, particularly during flight times, and provide a comfortable way to reach the city center. To avoid confusion, it’s helpful to have your destination written down to show the driver. While most taxis accept payment in Saudi Riyals, some drivers may also accept US Dollars. Confirm the fare before starting your journey to ensure a smooth experience. Also, car-hailing services like Uber and Careem are available for alternative to taxis.
For travelers seeking independence, car rental services are available at the airport terminal. To secure your preferred vehicle, it’s advisable to book in advance and pick it up upon arrival. Using a navigation app or device can help you easily find your way to the city center or nearby attractions. Keep in mind that some car rental companies may require an international driver’s permit.
Hotel ShuttlesHotel shuttles are an affordable and hassle-free option for transferring to your accommodation. These services are particularly useful if you’re traveling with heavy luggage. Contact your hotel beforehand to confirm if shuttle services are available, inquire about any associated fees, and make a reservation if necessary.
You can go to the city center from the airport by taxi or by renting a car. If you want to reduce your transportation costs, you can opt for public transportation. Two hotels in Cluj offer airport shuttle service for their customers. If the hotel you will stay at is close to these, you can benefit from these shuttles by getting in contact and paying the fare in advance.
There are 10 different car rental companies serving at the airport. The daily rental price of a car with standard features is about 17 Euro. To get to the city center with the car you have rented, you must drive westward on the highway 1C and connect to the road E576. Under normal traffic conditions, you can reach the city center in less than 15 minutes.
You can see the taxi stand right at the exit of the arriving passenger terminal. Taxi fare is 0.50 Euro per km. Getting to the city center from the airport by taxi costs about 5-10 Euro on average. By taxi you can get to the city center in about 10 minutes.
You can reach the city center in half an hour by the bus route 5 departing from the airport. The buses operate every 10 minutes from 05:10 am to 10:38 pm on weekdays; on Saturdays from 05:48 am to 08:57 pm and on Sundays from 06:22 am to 08:57 pm every 20 minutes.
Premier Hotel and Granata Hotel have shuttle buses that carry passengers from the airport to the city center. You should not forget to make a reservation in advance in order to benefit from this service.