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Welcome to Dammam

Fancy a city where you can go fishing, diving, swimming and sailing all in a day? With its opportune location on the western shores of the Arabian Gulf, Dammam, the capital of Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province, is just the place.

Dammam is also the country’s third-largest metropolis and an ideal base from which you can explore other key towns and cities.

Top things to see and do in Dammam

  • Ponder the outdoor display of modern artworks as you stroll along the lengthy Corniche (coastal promenade) – or simply relax as you gaze into the shimmering sea.
  • Learn about Saudi history and culture through the ages at the Dammam National Museum.
  • Head to Half Moon Bay to chill out at the beach or – for the more adventurous – to go sailing or diving.
  • Spend a tranquil afternoon at the lovely King Fahd Park – a sanctuary of fountains, swimming pools, gardens and greenery.
  • Check out King Abdul Aziz Port to see the country’s largest and most important Arabian Gulf port in action.

Tips for travellers

Want to see more of Saudi Arabia? See skyscrapers rising up from the surrounding desert in the capital city, Riyadh – only 4-5 hours by bus or train from Dammam.

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You can get around Dammam by taxi, bus or car hire. Some licensed taxis are available in Dammam. Your hotel may be able to arrange a taxi for you. Bus transportation within Dammam is limited. However, the state-run Saudi Public Transport Company runs regular bus schedules between Dammam and other cities. The Dammam bus station is located within the intersection of eleven street with Waaqidi street. International car hire agencies are widely available in Dammam with many car hire offices available at the airport. Generally in Saudi Arabia, the minimum age for care hire ranges between 23 and 25 years. However, some car hire companies may allow rentals to those below 23 years of age.

Our destinations are split into 8 different zones. The cost of checking in baggage per kilo depends on what zone you’re flying to and from.

For more information, please visit our Airport baggage rates page.

Before you fly, please make certain you have the correct visa and documents required to enter the country. Check with the relevant embassy to find out what you need.

Travel Guard for flydubai is the travel insurance provided by flydubai’s travel partner, AIG Inc. It can cover you if:

  • you have to cancel your trip 
  • you need emergency medical treatment while you’re away 
  • you need to fly home early

For more information about how you can take out your travel insurance when you book your flydubai flight, visit our Travel insurance page.

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