Saudia Baggage Policy (2026) — Fees, Limits & Rules
Saudia allows 1 carry-on bag up to 7 kg in Economy and 9 kg in Business/First. Checked baggage allowance varies by fare, with Economy Saver including no free bags and other fares including 1-2 bags up to 23 kg or 32 kg.
Baggage Allowance Summary
| Airline | Saudia (SV) |
|---|---|
| Carry-On | 1 piece up to 7 kg (15 lbs) and 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 in) for Economy. First/Business get 1 piece up to 9 kg (20 lbs) and 56 x 45 x 25 cm. |
| Personal Item | 1 personal item allowed (e.g., coat, small camera, women's handbag/purse, reading book, infant basket, fully collapsible stroller). |
| Checked Bag Allowance | Economy Saver: 0 bags. Economy Basic: 1 bag (23 kg). Economy Flex: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business/First: 2 bags (32 kg each). |
| First Bag Fee | SAR 100 online / SAR 125 at airport for domestic. $104-$140 online / $164-$221 at airport for international depending on route. |
| Second Bag Fee | SAR 100 online / SAR 125 at airport for domestic. $104-$140 online / $164-$221 at airport for international depending on route. |
| Overweight Fee | SAR 70 for domestic. $60 for international. Applies to bags weighing 23-32 kg in Economy. |
| Oversized Fee | SAR 125 for domestic. $100 for international. Extra fee of $67 (international) or SAR 100 (domestic) applies for items 205-300 cm. |
| Max Weight | 32 kg |
| Max Dimensions | 158 cm linear (L+W+H) |
| Free Bag in Economy | No |
Special Items
Sports Equipment
Accepted as part of free checked baggage allowance if within limits. Oversized sports equipment (205-300 cm) incurs an extra fee of $67 (international) or SAR 100 (domestic) in addition to standard oversized fees.
Musical Instruments
Small instruments can be carried as carry-on in overhead bin or under seat. Large instruments must be checked as baggage or require an extra seat.
International Rules
Economy gets 2 free checked bags (23 kg each) on most international routes. Flights to/from USA/Canada allow 2 pieces of cabin luggage regardless of class.
Tips to Avoid Fees
1. Pay for extra baggage online before your flight to save money compared to airport prices. 2. Join the Alfursan loyalty program to use miles to pay for extra baggage. 3. Elite members get an extra 32 kg bag on international flights. 4. Pack Zamzam water (up to 5 liters) as it is included in the checked baggage allowance.
Unique Nuances
Passengers with medical needs (like kidney failure) can bring one extra checked bag up to 32 kg for free. Zamzam water up to 5 liters is included in the checked baggage allowance. Flights to/from USA/Canada allow only one carry-on bag regardless of class.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much does Saudia charge for checked bags?
- Saudia charges SAR 100 online / SAR 125 at airport for domestic. $104-$140 online / $164-$221 at airport for international depending on route. for the first checked bag and SAR 100 online / SAR 125 at airport for domestic. $104-$140 online / $164-$221 at airport for international depending on route. for the second bag.
- What is Saudia's carry-on bag size limit?
- Saudia carry-on allowance: 1 piece up to 7 kg (15 lbs) and 56 x 45 x 25 cm (22 x 18 x 10 in) for Economy. First/Business get 1 piece up to 9 kg (20 lbs) and 56 x 45 x 25 cm.. 1 personal item allowed (e.g., coat, small camera, women's handbag/purse, reading book, infant basket, fully collapsible stroller).
- Does Saudia include free checked bags in economy?
- No, Saudia does not include free checked bags in basic economy. Economy Saver: 0 bags. Economy Basic: 1 bag (23 kg). Economy Flex: 2 bags (23 kg each). Business/First: 2 bags (32 kg each).
- What is Saudia's overweight baggage fee?
- SAR 70 for domestic. $60 for international. Applies to bags weighing 23-32 kg in Economy.
- Can I bring sports equipment on Saudia?
- Accepted as part of free checked baggage allowance if within limits. Oversized sports equipment (205-300 cm) incurs an extra fee of $67 (international) or SAR 100 (domestic) in addition to standard oversized fees.
- What are Saudia baggage fees?
- Saudia baggage fees are SAR 100 online / SAR 125 at airport for domestic. $104-$140 online / $164-$221 at airport for international depending on route. for the first checked bag and SAR 100 online / SAR 125 at airport for domestic. $104-$140 online / $164-$221 at airport for international depending on route. for the second. Overweight bags (over 50 lbs) incur an additional fee of SAR 70 for domestic. $60 for international. Applies to bags weighing 23-32 kg in Economy.. Economy gets 2 free checked bags (23 kg each) on most international routes. Flights to/from USA/Canada allow 2 pieces of cabin luggage regardless of class.