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Al-Ula International Airport

Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia

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Al-Ula International Airport

Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia
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Gateway to Saudi Arabia's ancient Nabataean heritage sites.

Location
Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia
Al-Ula International Airport (IATA: ULH, ICAO: OEAO) serves the historic city of Al-Ula in the Medina Region of northwestern Saudi Arabia. The airport supports growing tourism driven by Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative, which has opened the Al-Ula region to international visitors seeking access to the UNESCO-listed Hegra archaeological site and other ancient landmarks. The airport has undergone significant upgrades and expansion to accommodate increased passenger traffic as Al-Ula has emerged as a major cultural tourism destination. It handles both domestic routes within Saudi Arabia and a growing number of international charter and scheduled flights.
Terminals
The airport features a single passenger terminal facility designed to handle both domestic and international arrivals and departures.
Getting to & from
Ground transport from the airport to Al-Ula city center and nearby heritage sites is primarily available via taxis, rental cars, and organized tour transfers.
Airlines here
Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) operates domestic routes connecting Al-Ula to Riyadh, Jeddah, and other Saudi cities, with additional carriers serving seasonal and charter flights.
Notable facts
  • Serves as the primary air gateway to Hegra (Mada'in Saleh), Saudi Arabia's first UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • The airport has been expanded as part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 tourism development plans for the Al-Ula region.
  • Al-Ula is managed by the Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), which oversees tourism infrastructure including airport development.
  • The region hosts major cultural events such as the Winter at Tantora festival, driving seasonal passenger demand.
  • International charter flights have increased significantly since Saudi Arabia began issuing tourist visas in 2019.
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ULH → MEDSV · E70
ULH → RUHSV · E70

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Al-Ula International Airport is an international airport serving the Al-Ula governorate in the Medina Province of Saudi Arabia, supporting access to the region's major tourism destinations.

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