According to the new system, which came into effect on September 1, each economy class passenger will be allowed to carry only one piece of luggage weighing 32kg or less. For the first and business class, two pieces up to 32kg each will be allowed. There would be charges for additional luggage piece even if it is within the allowed weight limit.
The airline has specified the extra baggage charges in its note to the travel agents.
Economy class passengers will be allowed an additional luggage weighing 23kg with an extra payment of 350 Saudi riyal for African and Asian destinations and 500 Saudi Riyal to destinations in the United States. During return trip, additional baggage services will be charged $100 from the embarkation points to Saudi Arabia.
Additional baggage allowance will be free of charge for holders of the Saudia frequent flyers who (Fursan Gold and Silver cards).
As far as hand baggage is concerned, it must not exceed 9kg in first and business class and 7kg in economy class cabins. The baggage size should not exceed that of overhead compartment capacity. It is forbidden to carry compressed and liquid materials in either checked-in baggage or carry-on baggage.
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