Saudia baggage + Hajj allowance

• Cabin (Economy): 7kg main bag 56x45x25cm + 1 small item.
• Cabin (Premium Economy): 7kg + small item.
• Cabin (Business): 14kg (2 pieces × 7kg).
• Cabin (First): 14kg.
• Economy Saver checked: 1×30kg.
• Economy Flex checked: 1×35kg.
• Premium Economy: 1×35kg checked.
• Business class: 2×32kg checked (64kg total) + lounge + lie-flat.
• First class: 3×32kg (96kg total) + private suite.
• Hajj/Umrah pilgrim allowance: 2 checked bags (46-50kg total) — generous for religious pilgrimages from worldwide.
• Zamzam water from Mecca: 1 bottle (5L) allowed in checked bag for Hajj passengers.
• SkyTeam Elite Plus: +1 checked bag.

Saudia check-in + alcohol policy

• Online check-in: 24 hours to 1 hour before departure (45 min long-haul).
• Mobile boarding pass: Saudia app, ApplePass, GooglePass.
• Self-service kiosks: at Jeddah + Riyadh + Dammam.
• Bag drop: 3-4 hours before departure.
• Boarding closes 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
• NO ALCOHOL ONBOARD: Saudia is dry airline. No alcohol served in any cabin.
• Halal food onboard: all meals halal-certified.
• Prayer times: announced during flight. Direction to Mecca (Qibla) shown on entertainment system.
• Modest dress: conservative cabin atmosphere. Saudi Arabia has strict cultural norms.
• Religious schedules: Saudia significantly increases capacity for Hajj (July-August) + Umrah (Ramadan + year-round).

Saudia routes + AlFursan loyalty

• Major hubs: Jeddah JED (mega-hub for Hajj/Mecca), Riyadh RUH (capital + business), Dammam DMM (Eastern Province).
• Asia: Tokyo, Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Mumbai, Delhi, Karachi, Lahore, Dhaka, Jakarta, Manila, Kuala Lumpur, Colombo.
• Europe: London, Paris, Frankfurt, Madrid, Manchester, Vienna, Milan, Rome, Brussels, Athens, Istanbul.
• USA: NYC JFK, Washington Dulles, LA.
• Middle East: all major Gulf cities + Tehran, Baghdad, Beirut, Damascus.
• Africa: Cairo, Khartoum, Lagos, Abuja, Casablanca, Algiers, Tunis, Addis Ababa, Nairobi, Johannesburg.
• AlFursan: Saudia frequent flyer program.
• Status tiers: Member → Silver → Gold (SkyTeam Elite) → Platinum (SkyTeam Elite Plus).
• Gold: priority + Saudia lounges + 5% bonus miles.
• Platinum (SkyTeam Elite Plus): all SkyTeam lounges worldwide + +1 bag + Premium service.
• Earn miles: on Saudia + all SkyTeam partners (KLM, Delta, Air France, Korean Air).
• Religious priority: Hajj group leaders get priority status.

Saudia premium cabins + service

• First class (limited routes): Boeing 777 + A330 long-haul. Private suite with door.
• Business class (Horizon Suites): lie-flat 1-2-1 layout on 787 + A330.
• Premium Economy (limited): available on some long-haul.
• Economy: 32-inch pitch.
• Onboard: Saudi Arabian cuisine + Middle Eastern hospitality.
• Cabin crew: mostly Saudi national. Polite + reserved service style.
• Skytrax: 4-star airline (improving).
• Reviews: 3.5-4/5 stars typical. Religious + business traveler focus.
• Lounge access: Wellbeing Lounge at Jeddah for Business + First + AlFursan Platinum.
• Wahabi compliance: all cabin service compliant with Saudi Arabian Islamic standards.

Common Saudia fees + tips

• 2nd checked bag: SAR 200-500 ($55-135) short-haul, SAR 500-1500 long-haul.
• Excess baggage: SAR 100-300 per kg.
• Name change: SAR 1,000+ / €240+.
• Flight change: SAR 500-2000 / €120-480 + fare difference.
• Cancellation: non-refundable Saver. Refund Flex + Business + First.
• Pet (in cabin): NOT allowed for non-service animals.
• Pet (in hold): dogs not allowed (Islamic restriction). Cats + small pets only.
• Service dogs: allowed for disability.
• Special assistance: FREE — book 48h ahead.
• WiFi onboard: €5-25.
• Best routes: Europe Asia via Jeddah (Hajj + Asian connections). Domestic Saudi Arabia. Africa via Jeddah.
• Hajj capacity expansion: Saudia operates massive 747 + 777 fleet for Hajj season (July-August).
• 2030 NEOM expansion: Saudia growing as part of Saudi Vision 2030.

Frequently Asked Questions

Saudia baggage rules?

Economy: 7kg cabin + 30-35kg checked (Saver/Flex). Business 14kg + 64kg total + lounge + lie-flat. First 14kg + 96kg + private suite. Hajj pilgrim allowance 46-50kg for religious travel.

Saudia check-in?

24 hours to 1 hour before departure online (45 min long-haul). Mobile boarding pass via Saudia app/ApplePass/GooglePass.

No alcohol Saudia?

Correct — Saudia is dry airline. NO alcohol served in any cabin including First class. All halal-certified meals. Prayer times announced. Conservative cultural atmosphere.

Saudia Hajj allowance?

Yes — Hajj/Umrah pilgrims get 2 checked bags (46-50kg total) instead of standard 30kg. Plus 1 bottle Zamzam water (5L) from Mecca allowed in checked. Special religious travel allowance.

Saudia vs Emirates vs Etihad?

Saudia: SkyTeam + Jeddah + religious focus + no alcohol. Emirates: Dubai + A380 + alcohol + premium. Etihad: Abu Dhabi + The Residence + alcohol. Saudia smaller network but religious specialist.

Saudia SkyTeam?

Yes — SkyTeam member since 2012. AlFursan miles redeemable on KLM + Air France + Delta + Korean Air + China Eastern + other SkyTeam partners. Earn on Saudia + partners globally.

See also

• Saudi Arabia travel guide

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