King Fahd International Airport
King Fahd International Airport is the main air gateway for Ad Dammam and one of the key aviation hubs serving Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. Identified by IATA code DMM and ICAO code OEDF, it is classified as a large airport and handles a wide mix of domestic, regional, and international traffic. For travellers, that usually means broader flight options, full airport services, and infrastructure designed for high passenger volumes. The airport operates in the Asia/Riyadh time zone, so it is worth double-checking local departure times if you are connecting from another country or arriving on an overnight flight.
About King Fahd International Airport
King Fahd International Airport is the main air gateway for Ad Dammam and one of the key aviation hubs serving Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. Identified by IATA code DMM and ICAO code OEDF, it is classified as a large airport and handles a wide mix of domestic, regional, and international traffic. For travellers, that usually means broader flight options, full airport services, and infrastructure designed for high passenger volumes. The airport operates in the Asia/Riyadh time zone, so it is worth double-checking local departure times if you are connecting from another country or arriving on an overnight flight.
Overview
King Fahd International Airport is the main air gateway for Ad Dammam and one of the key aviation hubs serving Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province. Identified by IATA code DMM and ICAO code OEDF, it is classified as a large airport and handles a wide mix of domestic, regional, and international traffic. For travellers, that usually means broader flight options, full airport services, and infrastructure designed for high passenger volumes. The airport operates in the Asia/Riyadh time zone, so it is worth double-checking local departure times if you are connecting from another country or arriving on an overnight flight.
What travellers should know
- The airport sits at an elevation of 72 ft (22 m), on generally flat terrain around Ad Dammam.
- It has two parallel lighted asphalt runways: 16L/34R and 16R/34L.
- Each runway is 13,124 ft long, giving the airport capacity for large commercial aircraft and long-haul operations.
- Its role as a large airport usually means more check-in facilities, transport links, and passenger amenities than smaller regional airports.
- Official airport information, updates, and passenger guidance are available at https://kfia.gov.sa/.
Why it matters for your trip
For most visitors, the airport’s size and runway setup translate into reliable operations and the ability to handle busy schedules throughout the day. If you are flying into Ad Dammam for business, family visits, or onward travel across the Eastern Province, King Fahd International Airport is the natural arrival point and a practical base for ground transport into the city and surrounding areas. Checking the official website before you travel is a smart step for live airport notices, services, and local guidance.
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FAQ
King Fahd International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
9 common questions
- King Fahd International Airport is located in Dammam, Saudi Arabia (Asia), at coordinates 26.470°, 49.800°.
- Its IATA code is DMM and its ICAO code is OEDF.
- King Fahd International Airport serves Dammam, Saudi Arabia. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- King Fahd International Airport operates on Asia/Riyadh local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- King Fahd International Airport sits at latitude 26.470° and longitude 49.800°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from DMM. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for DMM is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from DMM on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Its address is King Fahd Rd, Dammam, Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia, the phone number is +966 13 883 1000, the official website is http://kfia.gov.sa/. For flight-specific questions (delays, baggage, rebooking), contact the operating airline directly rather than the airport.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 9 other airports in Saudi Arabia. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.