Saudia Fare Types — Complete Comparison

Pick the right fare for your trip — compare baggage, cancellation, seat, meal and miles across all Saudia (SV) fare classes. Last verified 2026-07-07.

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Saudia sells branded fares within each cabin — Guest Class as Guest Saver, Guest Basic, Guest Semi Flex and Guest Flex; Business Class as Business Basic, Business Semi Flex and Business Flex; and First Flex — verified on Saudia's Branded Fares page. On India routes Saudia uses a piece concept: Guest Saver includes no checked bag, Guest Basic and Semi Flex include 1 bag × 23 kg, Guest Flex includes 2 × 23 kg; Business Basic includes 1 × 32 kg, Business Semi Flex and Flex include 2 × 32 kg; and First Flex includes 2 × 32 kg. A single bag cannot exceed 32 kg. Guest Saver is non-changeable and non-refundable, while Flex fares change for free. Loyalty is via Alfursan.

Quick Pick — Which Saudia Fare Should You Choose?

Cheapest
Guest Saver
Cabin-baggage-only travel on confirmed dates
Best Value
Guest Semi Flex
Travellers who want a free seat and easier changes
Most Flexible
Guest Flex
Maximum flexibility in economy
Fare details verified on 2026-07-07 from official Saudia sources. Airlines update fare structures periodically — always confirm at www.saudia.com before booking.

Saudia Fare Types — Side-by-Side Comparison

This comparison shows the typical inclusions for each Saudia fare class. Inclusions can vary by route — the fare comparison shown at booking is always authoritative.

  Guest Saver Economy Guest Basic Economy Guest Semi Flex Economy Guest Flex Economy Business Basic Business Business Semi Flex Business Business Flex Business First Flex First
Description The cheapest Saudia economy fare — no checked bag, chargeable seat selection, and no changes or cancellation. Best for light packers on confirmed dates who can add a bag separately.Entry Saudia economy with one checked bag on India routes and changes/cancellation for a fee. A common leisure choice for travellers who need hold luggage.A more flexible Saudia economy fare with one checked bag, free standard seat selection and lower change fees than Basic. Suited to travellers who may adjust plans.The most flexible Saudia economy fare — two checked bags, free seat selection (including preferred seats) and free flight changes. The top economy tier.Entry Saudia business fare — lie-flat/recliner business seat depending on aircraft, lounge access, fast track and premium dining, with one checked bag at 32 kg. The most restrictive business tier on changes.Mid-tier Saudia business fare with two checked bags at 32 kg and easier changes than Basic, plus the full business product and lounge access.The most flexible Saudia business fare — two checked bags at 32 kg, free changes and free cancellation, on top of the full business product with lounge access and fast track.Saudia First Class (First Flex) — the top cabin with the highest service tier, lounge access, fast track and the most generous baggage allowance, offered on select aircraft. Fully changeable and refundable.
Cabin baggage 1 piece × 7 kg1 piece × 7 kg1 piece × 7 kg1 piece × 7 kg2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)
Checked baggage Not permitted (0 bags; add checked baggage separately)1 piece × 23 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)1 piece × 23 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)2 pieces × 23 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)1 piece × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)2 pieces × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)2 pieces × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)2 pieces × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Seat selection Fee appliesFee appliesFree standard seat (preferred seats chargeable)Free seat selection (incl. preferred seats)Free seat selectionFree seat selectionFree seat selectionFree seat selection
Meals Complimentary meal and drinks includedComplimentary meal and drinks includedComplimentary meal and drinks includedComplimentary meal and drinks includedMulti-course business diningMulti-course business diningMulti-course business diningFine dining with premium beverages
Cancellation fee Not permitted (non-refundable)Fee appliesFee appliesFee applies (most flexible economy terms)Fee appliesFee appliesFree cancellationFree cancellation
Reschedule fee Not permittedChange fee + fare differenceChange fee + fare differenceFree flight change (fare difference may apply)Change fee + fare differenceChange fee + fare differenceFree flight change (fare difference may apply)Free flight change (fare difference may apply)
Refundability NON-refundable beyond statutory taxesRefundable with a fee (check fare conditions)Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)Refundable per fare conditionsRefundable with a fee (check fare conditions)Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)Fully refundable per fare conditionsFully refundable per fare conditions
Miles earning No Alfursan miles (0%)Alfursan miles at 60%Alfursan miles at 80%Alfursan miles at 110%Alfursan miles at 175%Alfursan miles at 225%Alfursan miles at 250%Alfursan miles at 350%
Ideal for Cabin-baggage-only travel on confirmed datesMost leisure travellers who need a checked bagTravellers who want a free seat and easier changesMaximum flexibility in economyBusiness travel at the best business priceBusiness travellers who value flexibilityBusiness travellers who need full flexibilityPremium travel on routes where First is offered

Saudia Fare Classes — Detailed Breakdown

Guest Saver Economy

The cheapest Saudia economy fare — no checked bag, chargeable seat selection, and no changes or cancellation. Best for light packers on confirmed dates who can add a bag separately.

1 piece × 7 kg
Not permitted (0 bags; add checked baggage separately)
Fee applies
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Not permitted (non-refundable)
Not permitted
NON-refundable beyond statutory taxes
No Alfursan miles (0%)
Cabin-baggage-only travel on confirmed dates
Lowest Saudia fareCabin baggage included
Guest Basic Economy

Entry Saudia economy with one checked bag on India routes and changes/cancellation for a fee. A common leisure choice for travellers who need hold luggage.

1 piece × 7 kg
1 piece × 23 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Fee applies
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Fee applies
Change fee + fare difference
Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)
Alfursan miles at 60%
Most leisure travellers who need a checked bag
Checked bag includedRefundable with fee
Guest Semi Flex Economy

A more flexible Saudia economy fare with one checked bag, free standard seat selection and lower change fees than Basic. Suited to travellers who may adjust plans.

1 piece × 7 kg
1 piece × 23 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Free standard seat (preferred seats chargeable)
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Fee applies
Change fee + fare difference
Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)
Alfursan miles at 80%
Travellers who want a free seat and easier changes
Free standard seatChecked bagMore flexible than Basic
Guest Flex Economy

The most flexible Saudia economy fare — two checked bags, free seat selection (including preferred seats) and free flight changes. The top economy tier.

1 piece × 7 kg
2 pieces × 23 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Free seat selection (incl. preferred seats)
Complimentary meal and drinks included
Fee applies (most flexible economy terms)
Free flight change (fare difference may apply)
Refundable per fare conditions
Alfursan miles at 110%
Maximum flexibility in economy
Two checked bagsFree changesFree preferred seat
Business Basic Business

Entry Saudia business fare — lie-flat/recliner business seat depending on aircraft, lounge access, fast track and premium dining, with one checked bag at 32 kg. The most restrictive business tier on changes.

2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)
1 piece × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Free seat selection
Multi-course business dining
Fee applies
Change fee + fare difference
Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)
Alfursan miles at 175%
Business travel at the best business price
Lounge accessFast trackBusiness dining
Business Semi Flex Business

Mid-tier Saudia business fare with two checked bags at 32 kg and easier changes than Basic, plus the full business product and lounge access.

2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)
2 pieces × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Free seat selection
Multi-course business dining
Fee applies
Change fee + fare difference
Refundable with a fee (check fare conditions)
Alfursan miles at 225%
Business travellers who value flexibility
Two 32 kg checked bagsLounge accessMore flexible than Basic
Business Flex Business

The most flexible Saudia business fare — two checked bags at 32 kg, free changes and free cancellation, on top of the full business product with lounge access and fast track.

2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)
2 pieces × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Free seat selection
Multi-course business dining
Free cancellation
Free flight change (fare difference may apply)
Fully refundable per fare conditions
Alfursan miles at 250%
Business travellers who need full flexibility
Free changesFree cancellationTwo 32 kg checked bags
First Flex First

Saudia First Class (First Flex) — the top cabin with the highest service tier, lounge access, fast track and the most generous baggage allowance, offered on select aircraft. Fully changeable and refundable.

2 pieces (one ≤ 12 kg + a briefcase ≤ 9 kg)
2 pieces × 32 kg (piece concept, verified on India routes)
Free seat selection
Fine dining with premium beverages
Free cancellation
Free flight change (fare difference may apply)
Fully refundable per fare conditions
Alfursan miles at 350%
Premium travel on routes where First is offered
Top cabinFree changesFully refundable

General Cancellation & Reschedule Notes

Saudia cancellation terms rise with the fare. Guest Saver cannot be cancelled and is non-refundable; Guest Basic, Semi Flex and Flex and the Business Basic/Semi Flex fares are refundable with a fee; and Business Flex and First Flex allow free cancellation. Unused statutory taxes are refundable. Check the exact rules shown at booking and in Manage Booking.

Changes are not permitted on Guest Saver; Guest Basic and Semi Flex and the Business Basic/Semi Flex fares charge a change fee plus fare difference; and Guest Flex, Business Flex and First Flex allow free flight changes (a fare difference may still apply). Confirm the exact change rules at booking.

Consumer protections: Statutory government taxes are typically refundable on request even for non-refundable fares. EU261 (for EU departures), US DOT rules (for US departures) and similar consumer-protection regulations may also apply to your booking.

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Saudia Fare Types — Frequently Asked Questions

The cheapest Saudia fare is Guest Saver — The cheapest Saudia economy fare — no checked bag, chargeable seat selection, and no changes or cancellation. Best for light packers on confirmed dates who can add a bag separately. It includes not permitted (0 bags; add checked baggage separately) of checked baggage with 1 piece × 7 kg cabin baggage. Seat selection is fee applies and meals are complimentary meal and drinks included. Cancellation: not permitted (non-refundable).
Guest Saver is the lowest Saudia fare that typically includes a complimentary meal — The cheapest Saudia economy fare — no checked bag, chargeable seat selection, and no changes or cancellation. Best for light packers on confirmed dates who can add a bag separately. Higher tiers above this fare also include meals. Lower fares charge separately for in-flight meals.
Guest Saver is typically the least refundable Saudia fare — non-refundable beyond statutory taxes. Statutory government taxes (PSF, UDF, GST on taxes) are always refundable on request even on non-refundable fares. For full refundability, choose Guest Flex or above.
Guest Saver on Saudia typically includes 1 piece × 7 kg of cabin baggage and not permitted (0 bags; add checked baggage separately) of checked baggage. Allowances can vary by route — international flights typically have higher allowances than domestic short-haul. Confirm the exact allowance at booking.
Seat selection on Saudia Guest Saver is fee applies. Saudia usually charges separately for advance seat selection on this fare. For free seat selection, look at Guest Flex or higher fare tiers, which typically include standard seat selection.
Guest Flex typically has free flight change (fare difference may apply). Fare difference still applies if the new flight is more expensive. Refundable per fare conditions. Change fees vary by route, time-to-departure and destination — confirm exact fees in the fare rules at booking.
For long-haul business trips on Saudia, Business Basic is the strongest pick — Entry Saudia business fare — lie-flat/recliner business seat depending on aircraft, lounge access, fast track and premium dining, with one checked bag at 32 kg. The most restrictive business tier on changes. For shorter sectors or budget-conscious business travel, Guest Flex delivers maximum flexibility in economy with 2 pieces × 23 kg (piece concept, verified on india routes) of baggage and refundable per fare conditions.
Saudia does not usually allow direct fare-tier upgrades after booking. To change to a more flexible fare, you would typically need to cancel the existing booking (subject to the original fare's cancellation rules) and book the new fare. Some airlines offer paid upgrades at check-in subject to availability — confirm at the Saudia website.
No — Saudia fare-class inclusions can vary between domestic and international routes, and between short-haul and long-haul flights. Baggage allowances are typically higher on international routes; meals and seat selection rules may also differ. Always check the fare comparison shown at booking before paying.
The most authoritative source for Saudia fare-class rules is the official Saudia website at https://www.saudia.com/en-IN/book/travel-information/branded-fares. The fare comparison page shows current inclusions at the time of booking. The data on this page was last verified on 2026-07-07.