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How to get there
Where to stay
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Dammam travel guide

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With a population of 768,602, Dammam is the largest city in Ash Sharqiyah, Saudi Arabia by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dammam has to offer.

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When to visit Dammam

Dammam in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 345
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dammam in October
Estimated hotel price
RM 345
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dammam in July, when the average temperature is 35 °C, and the highest can go up to 42 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 10 °C, with an average temperature of 15 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 20 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Dammam, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Dammam

Plane

When flying to Dammam, you’ll arrive at Dammam King Fahad Intl (DMM), which is located 19 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dammam from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 17h 20m.

Bus

Gulf Air operates bus routes to Dammam.

Plane

When flying to Dammam, you’ll arrive at Dammam King Fahad Intl (DMM), which is located 19 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Dammam from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 17h 20m.

Bus

Gulf Air operates bus routes to Dammam.

Airports near Dammam

DMMDammam King Fahad Intl
HOFHofuf Al-Ahsa

Airlines serving Dammam

Lufthansa
Good (7,042 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,929 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,696 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,694 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,561 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,242 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (254 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (852 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (148 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dammam

Average rates range from around RM 263 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 559 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dammam

Most booked hotels in Dammam

Boudl Gardenia Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 355+
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Hiring a car in Dammam

The most frequently booked car type in Dammam is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

The most frequently booked car type in Dammam is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Hyundai i10 or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Dammam

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

RM 97/day

Mini

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

RM 111/day

Economy
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