Saudia (Saudi Arabian Airlines) is the flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, operating from hubs at Jeddah King Abdulaziz International (JED) and Riyadh King Khalid International (RUH) to destinations across the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and North America. With Saudi Arabia opening to international tourism, Saudia has expanded its network significantly. FaresMatch compares Saudia fares with Emirates, Qatar Airways, and all available options for your Middle East or international trip.
Trending Saudia fares
One-way starting prices on popular Saudia routes. Search above for live availability.
JeddahYear-roundJFK → JEDNew York – Jeddah- Flight time
- 12h nonstop
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- Saudia
$580
RiyadhShoulder seasonIAD → RUHWashington – Riyadh- Flight time
- 13h nonstop
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- Saudia
$620
DubaiBook earlyJED → DXBJeddah – Dubai- Flight time
- 2h nonstop
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- Saudia
$120
CairoFall travelJED → CAIJeddah – Cairo- Flight time
- 2h nonstop
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- Saudia
$99
LondonSpring travelJED → LHRJeddah – London- Flight time
- 6h 30m nonstop
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- Saudia
$380
BangkokMidweek dealRUH → BKKRiyadh – Bangkok- Flight time
- 7h nonstop
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- Saudia
$320
Popular Saudia routes
Riyadh to Asia
JFK/IAD → JED U.S. to Jeddah
Saudia operates nonstops from New York and Washington to Jeddah — gateway to Mecca, Medina, and Red Sea tourism.
JED → DXB/DOH Jeddah to Gulf hubs
Short connections from Jeddah to Dubai, Doha, and other Gulf destinations.
JED → LHR/CDG Jeddah to Europe
Saudia connects Jeddah and Riyadh to London, Paris, Frankfurt, and other European cities.
RUH → BKK/KUL Riyadh to Asia
Long-haul services from Riyadh to Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, and other Asian destinations.
Tips for booking Saudia flights
Saudi Arabia has expanded its tourist visa program significantly. U.S. citizens can apply for an e-visa online. Umrah and Hajj travel have separate visa requirements — verify before booking.
Jeddah is closer to Mecca and the Red Sea coast — best for religious tourism and beach destinations. Riyadh is the capital and business hub with strong Asia connections. Choose based on your destination.
For Middle East and Asia routes, comparing Saudia with Emirates (via Dubai) and Qatar Airways (via Doha) often surfaces competitive pricing — FaresMatch does this comparison for you.
Frequently asked questions
Does Saudia fly from the U.S.?
Yes — Saudia operates nonstops from New York JFK and Washington Dulles to Jeddah and Riyadh. From Saudi Arabia, passengers connect throughout the Middle East, Asia, and Africa.
Do U.S. citizens need a visa for Saudi Arabia?
U.S. citizens can apply for a Saudi tourist e-visa online for tourism purposes. Umrah and Hajj travel require separate visa arrangements. Always verify current requirements before booking.
Is Saudia a SkyTeam member?
Yes — Saudia is a SkyTeam member. Alfursan (Saudia's loyalty program) earns and redeems on Delta, Air France, KLM, and other SkyTeam partners.
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