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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ras Al Khaimah travel guide

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With a population of 115,949, Ras Al Khaimah is the largest city in Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ras Al Khaimah to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Ras Al Khaimah

Ras Al Khaimah in June
Estimated hotel price
$261
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ras Al Khaimah in June
Estimated hotel price
$261
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Ras Al Khaimah

Plane

When flying to Ras Al Khaimah, you’ll arrive at Ras Al Khaimah (RKT), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Ras Al Khaimah from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 17h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Ras Al Khaimah is to pick up a car hire from Dubai, which is about 61 miles from Ras Al Khaimah. You’ll find branches of Autostrad Rent A Car and AMEX, among others, in Dubai.

Plane

When flying to Ras Al Khaimah, you’ll arrive at Ras Al Khaimah (RKT), which is located 13 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Ras Al Khaimah from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 17h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Ras Al Khaimah is to pick up a car hire from Dubai, which is about 61 miles from Ras Al Khaimah. You’ll find branches of Autostrad Rent A Car and AMEX, among others, in Dubai.

Airports near Ras Al Khaimah

SHJSharjah
RKTRas Al Khaimah
DXBDubai Intl

Airlines serving Ras Al Khaimah

Lufthansa
Good (8,069 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,054 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,409 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,410 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,971 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,238 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,608 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,852 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (936 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,592 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,830 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,208 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,201 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,412 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,282 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,545 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,261 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ras Al Khaimah

Average rates range from around $116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $323 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ras Al Khaimah

Most booked hotels in Ras Al Khaimah

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Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$284+
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The Cove Rotana Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$150+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$186+
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Rixos Bab Al Bahr
5 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$254+
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Hiring a car in Ras Al Khaimah

Expect to pay $1.80 per litre in Ras Al Khaimah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.49 and $28.65. Intermediate (Toyota Raize or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ras Al Khaimah, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.80 per litre in Ras Al Khaimah (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.49 and $28.65. Intermediate (Toyota Raize or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ras Al Khaimah, while also 58% cheaper than other types, on average.

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