King Khaled Intl
A Journey Through Time
1983 — 2024
1980s
1983
King Khalid International Airport opened on 14 November 1983, designed by the architectural firm HOK. Its four terminals are arranged around a central mosque accessible to all passengers.
2010s
2016
Terminal 5 (the dedicated Royal Terminal) was expanded and a new General Aviation terminal opened, reflecting Saudi Arabia's growing private aviation sector.
2020s
2024
Construction began on the King Salman International Airport, a massive new facility designed by Foster + Partners. It will eventually replace King Khalid with capacity for 120 million passengers.
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