Private Flights to Gassim Airport with Prime Jet Services

Arranging a private jet charter to Gassim places you at the heart of central Saudi Arabia, served by Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport — the region’s principal gateway. Prime Jet Services operates flexible charter flights to and from Gassim, connecting the Al-Qassim province with key destinations across the Middle East, North Africa and beyond. Whether you are travelling for business or leisure, we handle every detail from departure to arrival.

Airport Details and Specifications

Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport handles both domestic and international traffic, with facilities that include a public terminal, a dedicated Royal Terminal for VIPs and members of the Royal Family, and several storage hangars. The airport’s single asphalt runway accommodates a wide range of private aircraft.

• Full name: Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport
• IATA: ELQ  |  ICAO: OEGS
• Runways: 1
• Runway 15/33 (asphalt): 3,000 m (9,843 ft)
• Terminal access: Direct access to car park

Distances from the Airport

• Buraydah City Centre: approx. 30 km
• Unaizah City Centre: approx. 40 km
• Ar Rass City Centre: approx. 70 km
• Museum of Buraydah: approx. 30 km

Flight Times from Gassim

From Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport, Gassim is well positioned for both regional and short-haul international travel. Approximate flight times by private jet are as follows:

• Gassim to Riyadh: approx. 1 hour
• Gassim to Madinah: approx. 1 hour
• Gassim to Jeddah: approx. 1 hour 20 minutes
• Gassim to Kuwait City: approx. 1 hour 40 minutes
• Gassim to Dubai: approx. 2 hours
• Gassim to Cairo: approx. 2 hours 20 minutes

If your schedule allows flexibility on departure dates, our empty-leg flights from Gassim can offer exceptional value on selected routes.

Charter Services and Concierge Amenities

Flying privately through Gassim means bypassing commercial queues entirely. Boarding is swift and discreet, with direct transfer from the terminal to your aircraft. Prime Jet Services provides a full concierge offering to complement your flight:

• Airport transfer and limousine service on request
• Luxury car rental
• Hotel booking
• Restaurant reservations
• Access to VIP lounges
• Separate boarding
• Complimentary Wi-Fi
• In-flight catering
• Television and multimedia
• Private VIP assistance
• Access to conference rooms

Getting Around Gassim

Buraydah, the largest city in the Al-Qassim region, lies approximately 30 km from the airport along the main speedway. With a population of over 600,000 according to the 2010 census, it is the fastest-developing city in the province and the most convenient base for visitors. Other notable centres in the region include Unaizah, approximately 40 km from the airport, and Ar Rass, approximately 70 km away.

Points of interest in and around Buraydah include:

• The Museum of Buraydah
• King Khalid Park and Garden
• The local traditional market

On arrival, your Prime Jet Services representative can arrange a limousine transfer directly from the terminal, ensuring a seamless transition from aircraft to destination.

About Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz International Airport

Originally established in 1964 as Qassim International Airport, the facility was renamed in 2012 in honour of Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz, who served as Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia and First Deputy Prime Minister from 2011 to 2012. Today the airport serves 11 airlines operating across 15 destinations in Saudi Arabia and 4 international countries, providing straightforward connectivity to neighbouring provinces including Hail and Riyadh. The Al-Qassim region itself is home to more than 1.2 million people across over 400 cities and Bedouin settlements, and is widely regarded as Saudi Arabia’s agricultural heartland.