Dammam has a hot desert climate. Temperatures remain high all
year round and the city experiences little annual rainfall. Summer
temperatures (April to October) average from around 77°F (25°C) to
113°F (45°C), and can reach as high as 122°F (50°C). Dust storms
occur in the summer months, with sand sweeping over the city. Not
only does this cause travel disruptions but it can adversely affect
those with respiratory conditions. There is a marginal amount of
rainfall in the winter (December to February) and this is the best
time to visit, as temperatures are more bearable.
King Fahd International Airport
Location: King Fahd International Airport is located about 30 miles
(50km) northwest of Dammam, in eastern Saudi Arabia.
Time: Local time is GMT +3.
Getting to the city:
Public buses run to Dammam from the airport, leaving every 30-60
minutes.
Car Rental:
Various car hire companies operate from the airport, including
Budget and Avis.
Airport Taxis:
There are numerous taxis avaliable. The trip from downtown to
the airport takes around 30 minutes by car.
Facilities:
The airport offers duty-free shops, restaurants and cafeterias,
banks and currency exchange facilities, a mosque, and smoking
areas.
Parking
King Fahd International Airport has a multi-storey parking
garage with short and long-term facilities.
Dammam does not have an extensive public transport
system and the easiest way of getting around the city is by car.
It's relatively easy to rent a car and a number of well-known
international car hire companies are located at the airport and in
the city centre.
Public buses are available, but are mostly used by
foreign workers for travel within the city. There are plenty of
taxis and 'dubbabs' in Dammam, which can be hailed from the street
or pre-booked by telephone. Taxis charge between 10-20 SR for trips
within the city. These offer the best means of transport for those
not wanting to hire a car. Single women travelling alone should
avoid taking a taxi on their own.