Saudia Baggage Fees (2026)
Quick summary
Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) is weight-based: Guest (economy) gets two checked bags of 23 kg each and Business/First gets two of 32 kg each, with carry-on weight (7–9 kg) varying by fare branch.
At a glance
🎒 Personal item
One free personal item in addition to your carry-on — a handbag, overcoat, umbrella, small camera, binoculars, or infant food for the flight.
🧳 Carry-on
One carry-on, weight depends on fare branch: 7 kg on Saver/Basic/Flex (lower branches) up to 9 kg on higher Flex/Business branches. Dimensions up to 158 cm (62 in) total. Note: flights departing the USA/Canada to Saudi Arabia are limited to one carry-on up to ~7 kg (16 lb) and 45 in.
Saudia checked bag fees
| Guest (Economy) — international | 2 bags x 23 kg (weight concept) |
| Business / First — international | 2 bags x 32 kg (weight concept) |
| Select regional routes (2026 update) | Reduced to 2 x 20 kg (40 kg total) on some routes |
| Max weight per single bag | 32 kg |
🔁 Change & cancellation
Change and cancellation rules depend on the fare branch (Saver is the most restrictive; Flex allows changes with little or no fee). Refunds and rebooking fees vary; check your specific fare conditions at booking.
How to avoid extra fees
- Confirm your route's allowance before packing — Saudia reduced the double-bag allowance to 2 x 20 kg on some regional routes in 2026.
- No single bag may exceed 32 kg for ramp-safety reasons; split heavy contents across two bags.
- Carry-on weight differs by fare branch (7 kg vs 9 kg) — verify yours so you are not asked to check it at the gate.
- Flights from the USA/Canada have a stricter single carry-on rule (~7 kg, 45 in) — pack accordingly on those routes.
Saudia baggage — FAQ
How many checked bags does Saudia allow in economy?
Guest (economy) class on international routes gets two checked bags of up to 23 kg each. This is a weight-based allowance.
What is Saudia's Business and First checked allowance?
Business and First class get two checked bags of up to 32 kg each on international routes.
How heavy can my Saudia carry-on be?
Between 7 kg and 9 kg depending on your fare branch, with total dimensions up to 158 cm. USA/Canada departures are limited to about 7 kg.
Sources
This guide is independent and not affiliated with Saudia. Baggage fees and policies change often and vary by route, fare type, and date — always confirm on the airline's official website before booking or flying.