Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Dammam has to offer.

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When to visit Dammam

Dammam in August
Estimated hotel price
$68
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dammam in August
Estimated hotel price
$68
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dammam in July, when the average temperature is 95 °F, and the highest can go up to 107.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 50 °F, with an average temperature of 59 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Dammam, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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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 31 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Dammam from the United States departs from Detroit and takes around 21h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Dammam is to pick up a car rental from Al Khobar, which is about 24 km from Dammam. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Alamo, among others, in Al Khobar.

Plane

When flying to Dammam, you’ll arrive at Dammam King Fahad Intl (DMM), which is located 31 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Dammam from the United States departs from Detroit and takes around 21h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Dammam is to pick up a car rental from Al Khobar, which is about 24 km from Dammam. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Alamo, among others, in Al Khobar.

Airports near Dammam

DMMDammam King Fahad Intl
HOFHofuf Al-Ahsa

Airlines serving Dammam

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 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 $60 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $129 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dammam

Most booked hotels in Dammam

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Braira Al Azizya Hotel & Resort
4 stars
Excellent (9.6, 2044 reviews)
$221+
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Braira Dammam Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, 1781 reviews)
$99+
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Boudl Gardenia Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1467 reviews)
$82+
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Boudl Al Shatea
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1229 reviews)
$71+
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Wyndham Garden Dammam
4 stars
Excellent (8, 2474 reviews)
$95+
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Sheraton Dammam Hotel & Convention Centre
5 stars
Good (7.8, 1483 reviews)
$109+
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Renting a car in Dammam

Renting a car in Dammam costs $50 per day, on average, or $151 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Dammam King Fahad Intl.

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dammam, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dammam costs $50 per day, on average, or $151 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 31% more expensive than at Dammam King Fahad Intl.

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dammam, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Dammam

Mini

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$23/day

Mini

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Economy
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