King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) is the third largest international airport in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by passenger throughput. Located in the Eastern Province, it serves as the gateway to a region of 4 million people, offering good connections and frequencies to residents in Dammam, Dhahran, Khobar, Qatif, Ras Tanura and Jubail.
KFIA registered 4.92 million passengers and 67,900 tons of cargo in 2009. As of 1 April 2010, the airport serves 28 airlines operating more than 1,000 weekly flights to more than 55 cities.. It also has the world's largest airport land bank, covering 780 km².
Awards
- "Highly Commended Certificate Award" by OAG during Stockholm Routes Conference 2007, for airports below 5 mppa
- "Best Emerging Airport in the Middle East in 2006" by Middle East Logistics Award (MELA)
- Eastern Province Governor / Government Excellence Award 2005
- ISO 9001: 2000 quality management system in 2004
Traffic at KFIA Supported by Strong Fundamentals
- The Eastern Province of Saudi Arabia sits on 25% of the world's oil reserve and is home to Saudi ARAMCO - significant business traffic related to the petroleum industry.
- Increasing number of expatriates on lucrative working contracts - high spending power and company sponsored home trips.
- Significant labour traffic from Indonesia, Philippines, India, Bangladesh and Nepal.
Strong Passenger Traffic Growth Over 5 Years
- 5-year (2004 - 2009) passenger and cargo traffic CAGR at KFIA: 8.4% and 6.8% respectively
- KFIA's international passenger traffic grew 8% in 2009, despite adverse global economic conditions
- KFIA's passenger traffic growth outperformed that of some neighbouring competitor airports
Strong and Growing Origin-Destination Traffic to various Regions / Countries
Dammam has strong and fast-growing O/D traffic to and from the following destinations: India (Delhi, Mumbai, Cochin, Chennai, Hyderabad, Calicut, Bangalore), Bangladesh, Nepal, Egypt (Cairo, Alexandria), Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia.
With double digit O/D traffic growth per annum over the past few years, capacities on these sectors are vastly inadequate. Airlines are encouraged to exploit these opportunities.
Low Operating Costs
KFIA charges one of the lowest aeronautical fees among Middle East Airports. Incentive schemes are available for new airlines operating to KFIA.
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