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King Salman International Airport

Riyadh · Travel

King Salman International Airport is a 57-square-kilometre mega-airport under development north of Riyadh, master-planned by Foster + Partners as one of the world's largest aviation hubs.

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Last verified Jul 5, 2026
4.5 yrs to delivery
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AnnouncedBreaking GroundConstructionOpening SoonNow Open
09.23.25
Start
2030
Completion
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The story so far
Announced Nov 2022Saudi Arabia unveiled King Salman International Airport, a Foster + Partners-masterplanned mega-airport (up to 6 runways, 100M pax/yr) in north Riyadh.
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Broke ground Sep 23, 2025Construction/excavation commenced across the 57 km² King Salman International Airport site.
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Going vertical Dec 2025Third runway (4,200m) construction commenced with FCC Construcción SA + Al-Mabani General Contractors (overall works began Sept 2025)
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Expected opening 2030
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About the project

King Salman International Airport is a 57-square-kilometre mega-airport under development north of Riyadh, master-planned by Foster + Partners as one of the world's largest aviation hubs. Designed around six parallel runways and a network of terminals anchoring the existing King Khalid International Airport, it targets capacity for up to 100 million passengers and two million tonnes of cargo annually. The scheme integrates 12 square kilometres of residential, retail, and recreational facilities alongside a third 4,200-metre runway being delivered by FCC Construcción and Al-Mabani. A cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030, the airport is set to transform Riyadh into a global logistics and travel gateway.

Common questions

Frequently asked

Where is King Salman International Airport located?

King Salman International Airport is located in Riyadh.

When will King Salman International Airport be completed?

King Salman International Airport is under construction, with completion expected in 2030.

Who is developing King Salman International Airport?

King Salman International Airport Development Company, Public Investment Fund is the developer behind King Salman International Airport.

Who designed King Salman International Airport?

King Salman International Airport was designed by Foster + Partners.