Saudia, aka Saudi Arabian airline based in Jeddah, is a Saudi Arabian carrier. Headquartered in King Abdulaziz international airport in Jeddah. Starting in 1945, it was the first airline in the Arabian peninsula. Being one of the largest airlines, it carries people to over 100 destinations worldwide. Its allies are SkyTeam and SkyTeam cargo. Saudia created a low-cost subsidiary called flyadeal as a part of its SV2020 transformation strategy.
Which destinations Saudia airlines flies to?
Saudia flies passengers to 102 destinations as of 2022. The list of countries includes Algeria, Bangladesh, Belgium, Canada, China, Egypt, France, Germany, India, and other countries in Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America.
With one of the largest fleets, Saudia owns 152 aircraft carrying out domestic and international travel.
What is the Check-in Policy of Saudi Airlines:
Web check-in and mobile check-in are available. Mobile check-in is available on all flights except the USA flights. Checking counters will be open between 48 hours and 1 hr until the departure. Boarding gates will be closed 20 mins before the departure. Passengers who have already checked in through the web or app shall proceed directly to the baggage counter and their baggage will be checked in immediately and you can proceed for further security checks. If the passengers don’t arrive at the boarding gate in time, Saudia will cancel their booking and not offer any refund. Web check-in is available only for travelers with e-tickets and not available for unaccompanied minors and pets.
Customers are assisted by self-service kiosks without human involvement or the requirement to stand in line at Saudia check-in counters. In the majority of Saudia’s airports, kiosks are accessible.
This facility is available only for domestic flights and for less than 4 segments and not more than 9 passengers.
If you’ve requested specific services like wheelchair assistance, a stretcher case, or a pet care facility, you cannot check-in online. Additionally, passengers with visual or auditory impairments and unaccompanied minors must check in at the airport only.
Baggage Policy of Saudia Airlines:
Two bags of 23 kg each are allowed for Economy passengers traveling on international Saudia flights, whereas two bags of 32 kg each are allowed for Business and First class passengers. The free luggage allowance for Economy class on domestic flights inside Saudi Arabia is 23 kg, whereas First and Business class are permitted two bags weighing 32 kg a bag. The total dimensions of a bag should be less than 158 cm.
What is the Cancellation Policy of Saudia Airlines:
For domestic flights, you must cancel your web check-in online one hour before takeoff, and for international flights, you must do so 1.5 hours before takeoff. If your flight was canceled or delayed for some reason, which is going to depart from an EU airport, you can claim compensation from Saudi airlines.
What is the Refund Policy of Saudia Airlines:
When Saudia cancels a flight or the flight does not run according to the schedule, or the flight does not land where the passenger intended it to, an involuntary refund is issued.
If the ticket is not used, the full fare paid, excluding any applicable service fees or cancellation costs, will be refunded.
If only a part of the ticket is spent, the refund will be for the difference between the price paid and the transportation charges used.
To avoid the No-Show Penalty Fee, travelers who have purchased and issued their tickets through SAUDIA sales offices, contact centers, or the SAUDIA website should cancel their reservations through these channels before or during the refund procedure.
What is the Seat selection Policy of Saudia Airlines:
For its customers, SAUDIA offers seat selection. Some seats on some international routes will be available for advance selection for an additional price.
For the convenience of its customers, SAUDIA offers an extra seat service that enables the customer to purchase an additional seat due to the size of an Economy class seat or for any other reason.
What is Saudia Airlines Alfursan Loyality Program:
Alfursan is a program meant for frequent fliers of Saudia. It gives a variety of incentives and privileges to make your journey a memorable one. You can take advantage of several specialized services as an Alfursan member and Reward Miles that can be exchanged for free flights and room upgrades. Additionally, there are several extra benefits, such as an excess luggage allowance, custom luggage tags, and priority wait lists.
Saudia also provides special meals for people with special needs. Precisely cut and bite-size chunk meal for visually impaired passengers according to the braille menu. Liquefied meal and autism meal for autistic passengers.