Saudi Arabia. Where we meet to build what’s next.14–17 December 2026 Dhahran Expo, Saudi Arabia

Your journey to
CIDEX starts here.

Getting here, getting around, visas and accommodation. Plan your visit for 14–17 December 2026.

14–17 DEC 20262:00 PM – 10:00 PMDHAHRAN EXPO

One destination. More ways to get here.

Dhahran International Exhibitions Center is in the Eastern Province, on the Khobar–Dammam coastal road. Choose your transport based on where you are travelling from and your schedule.

Open venue directionsVenue information — Dhahran Expo
LOCAL VISITORS

By private car

Multiple visitor parking areas are available. Follow venue signage and organiser directions on arrival, and enter Dhahran Expo in your maps app.

A practical option for combining your visit with other stops in the region. Allow extra time during busy periods.
UBER / CAREEM

By taxi or ride-hailing

Request a ride through Uber or Careem, subject to availability in the app. Set Dhahran Expo as your destination and confirm the pick-up location for your return journey.

Useful if you prefer not to park. Check the fare and estimated wait before confirming your ride.
DMM · KING FAHD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT

Fly into Dammam

Fly into King Fahd International Airport in Dammam (DMM), then continue by taxi, rental car or a transfer arranged with your hotel.

Check airport ride-hailing pick-up instructions and your travel documents before departure.

Your visa. Before your journey.

Start by checking the visa route that fits your purpose of travel, nationality and residency.

The government KSA Visa platform explains visa options, including business visits. Review current requirements and documents, then apply early through the route appropriate to your circumstances.

Official KSA Visa platform
  1. 01

    Choose your visit type

    Review options based on purpose and eligibility.

  2. 02

    Prepare your documents

    Follow the document checklist for your circumstances.

  3. 03

    Apply and track

    Review details and fees, then track your application.

Visa approval rests with the relevant authorities. Exhibition participation does not guarantee a visa. For third-party assistance, ksavisa.com offers visa services and is separate from the government platform. Visit the service provider

Selected hotels. An easier journey to CIDEX.

Four- and five-star stays in Al Khobar and Dhahran, all approximately within 20 km of Dhahran Expo.

STAR RATING
8 staysApprox. distance to Dhahran Expo
Kempinski Al Othman Al Khobar
5 km
King Saud Road · Al Khobar

Kempinski Al Othman Al Khobar

Refined rooms, suites and business facilities in a strategic location between Al Khobar and Dhahran.

Park Inn by Radisson Al Khobar
7 km
Al Rawabi · Al Khobar

Park Inn by Radisson Al Khobar

A practical, contemporary stay with quick access to the coastal road and the exhibition venue.

Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar
8 km
Al Khobar Corniche

Mövenpick Hotel Al Khobar

A five-star waterfront address with spacious rooms, restaurants and meeting facilities.

Holiday Inn Al Khobar – Corniche
9 km
Al Yarmouk · Al Khobar

Holiday Inn Al Khobar – Corniche

A well-connected four-star option close to the Corniche and Al Khobar business districts.

Le Méridien Al Khobar
10 km
Al Khobar Corniche

Le Méridien Al Khobar

A landmark five-star hotel on the Corniche with sea views, dining and business amenities.

Hilton Garden Inn Al Khobar
11 km
Al Ulaya · Al Khobar

Hilton Garden Inn Al Khobar

A modern four-star stay near Al Khobar’s shopping, dining and corporate destinations.

Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel and Residences
13 km
Al Ulaya · Al Khobar

Grand Hyatt Al Khobar Hotel and Residences

A premium five-star hotel and residences beside Al Rashid Mall, designed for longer business stays.

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