Saudia Airlines Baggage Allowance 2026, Carry-on & Checked Bag Rules
Saudia Guest Value passengers carry one cabin bag up to 56 x 45 x 25 cm or 22 x 18 x 10 inches at 7 kg plus one personal item. The fare includes one checked bag of 23 kg at 158 cm or 62 inches linear, while Guest Basic has no free checked luggage. Business and First Class offer two pieces of 32 kg each plus two carry-on bags with a 12 kg main bag.
Published on July 9, 2026 · Last verified on July 10, 2026 by Luggage Validator
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Saudia Airlines Baggage Policy Strictness
Strict
Overview
Standard baggage allowance for your selected route and fare class. All dimensions include wheels and handles.
Carry-on Bag
56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 18 × 10 in)
Overhead bin · 7 kg (15 lbs)
Personal Item
Under seat
No official size · Must fit under seat ·Not specified
Checked Baggage
≤ 158 cm (62 in)
1 free pc · 23 kg (50 lbs)/pc
Free Special Items
Items you can bring for free that do not count toward your standard baggage allowance on Saudia Airlines.
Coat / jacket
Laptop / tablet
Women's handbag
Baby stroller / cradle
For infants travelling with an adult
Essential medical items
For guests with disabilities or medical needs
Standard Economy Allowance
Quick reference for your selected route type. See below for full cabin class comparison.
| Baggage Type | Free | Max Size | Weight Limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carry-on Bag Overhead bin · per piece | 1 pc | 56×45×25cm 22×18×10in | 7 kg 15 lbs |
| Personal Item Under seat · per piece | 1 pc | Must fit under seat | Not specified |
| Checked Baggage Cargo hold · piece system | 1 pc free | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | 23 kg 50 lbs |
Full Cabin Class Comparison
Compare allowances across all fare types and cabin classes for your selected route.
| Item | Guest Basic | Guest Value | Guest Plus | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Personal Item Under seat | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc |
| Personal Item Size L × W × H | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat | Must fit under seat |
| Carry-on Pieces Overhead bin access | 1 pc | 1 pc | 1 pc | 2 pc | 2 pc |
| Carry-on Size L × W × H | 56×45×25cm 22×18×10in | 56×45×25cm 22×18×10in | 56×45×25cm 22×18×10in | 56×45×25cm 22×18×10in | 56×45×25cm 22×18×10in |
| Carry-on Weight Per piece | 7 kg 15 lbs | 7 kg 15 lbs | 7 kg 15 lbs | 12 kg 26 lbs | 12 kg 26 lbs |
| Free Checked Bags Piece system | No | 1 pc | 2 pc | 2 pc | 2 pc |
| Checked Bag Size Max per piece | - | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | ≤ 158 cm 62 in | ≤ 158 cm 62 in |
| Checked Bag Weight Per piece max | - | 23 kg 50 lbs | 23 kg 50 lbs | 32 kg 70 lbs | 32 kg 70 lbs |
Recent Traveller Feedback
Flew Saudia Guest class from Jeddah to London and was surprised that they actually weighed my carry-on at the gate. My bag was 7.8 kg and they made me move some items into my personal bag or check it in. The official limit is 7 kg and the 56 x 45 x 25 cm size is also checked with the sizer, so I recommend packing light and weighing your bag before you go.
Travelled Saudia Business class from Riyadh to Paris and loved the two piece hand luggage allowance. I had one hand bag of 12 kg and one briefcase of 9 kg, and both fit easily in the overhead bins. It is perfect for business travellers who carry a laptop plus documents and a change of clothes for long haul trips.
Booked the Guest Plus fare for my trip from Dammam to Dubai and it came with two checked bags of 23 kg each at 158 cm or 62 inches linear. I had originally booked the Basic fare with no checked bag and had to pay 250 SAR to upgrade, but it was worth it for all the shopping I brought back. The allowance is generous for a Gulf airline.
250 SAR
Common Luggage Compatibility
Based on Saudia Airlines · Economy class. Compare luggage compatibility across all fare types and cabin classes using the filters above.
| Luggage | Personal Item | Carry-on | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
Regular Backpack | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
16" Under-seat Briefcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
18" Cabin Suitcase | Must fit under seat | OK | OK |
Standard 20" Carry-on | Too large for under seat | OK | OK |
22" North American Carry-on | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
24" Medium Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
26" Mid-size Checked Suitcase | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
28" Large Checked Suitcase (IATA Standard) | Too large for under seat | Over Limit | OK |
Frequently Asked Questions
How strict is Saudia with carry-on bag weight and size?
Guest class passengers may bring one cabin bag weighing up to 7 kg with maximum dimensions of 56 x 45 x 25 cm or 22 x 18 x 10 inches.
Saudia uses official sizers at the boarding gate on busy flights and may weigh your bag at check-in or the gate.
Bags that exceed the size or weight limit have to be checked into the hold and excess baggage fees will apply.
Does every Saudia fare include free checked baggage?
No, the Guest Basic fare does not include any free checked luggage and you only get hand baggage.
Guest Value and most other economy fares include one checked bag of up to 23 kg, while Guest Plus comes with two bags.
You can always add extra bags online before your flight for a lower price than paying at the airport.
What is the hand luggage allowance in Saudia Business class?
Business class passengers receive two pieces of hand luggage including one main hand bag of up to 12 kg and one briefcase of up to 9 kg.
The main bag measures 56 x 45 x 25 cm or 22 x 18 x 10 inches and the briefcase is 45 x 20 x 35 cm or 18 x 8 x 14 inches.
Business travellers also get lounge access and priority boarding so there is usually plenty of overhead bin space.
How many checked bags do you get with Saudia First class?
Saudia First class passengers enjoy two checked bags of up to 32 kg each, which is the same generous allowance as Business class on international routes.
Every checked bag must stay within 158 cm or 62 inches when you add length, width and height together.
First class also includes chauffeur service, lounge access and priority baggage delivery at most airports.
Can I bring a personal item on top of my carry-on with Saudia?
Yes, every passenger is allowed one additional personal item such as a coat, laptop, handbag, baby stroller or essential medical items.
The personal item does not count against your main cabin bag allowance and should fit under the seat in front of you.
There is no published weight limit for the personal item but it has to be reasonable and easy to carry on board by yourself.
All baggage rules on this page are from the official Saudia Airlines website. Last updated July 10, 2026. Before you fly, please check the official site again to make sure nothing has changed.
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