What is Saudi Arabian Airlines cancellation policy?

What is Saudi Arabian Airlines cancellation policy?

The process of canceling a flight can be both expensive and complicated, but sometimes it is unavoidable.

If you've booked a flight with Saudi Arabian Airlines and need to cancel, you're in the right place! Here's all the information you need to navigate their cancellation policy and determine what policies apply to your situation.

Saudi Arabian Airlines's Cancellation Policy: Flights Paid With Cash or Points

All customers have 24 hours from the time of their original booking to cancel their reservation without being charged a cancellation fee, regardless of the fare selected, as long as the ticket was purchased a week or more before departure.

Ticket Type	Cancellation Fee
Basic Economy	Not permitted
Non-Refundable	$0 - you'll receive a flight credit for future travel
Refundable	$0 - you'll receive a full refund
Award Ticket	$0

Basic Economy Ticket

Saudi Arabian Airlines will not allow you to cancel a basic economy ticket unless it is within 24 hours from the time it was purchased, and was purchased a week or more before departure.

Non-Refundable Ticket

If it has been more than 24 hours since you booked your ticket, you can still cancel your ticket and get a full refund, but it will come in the form of a flight credit toward future travel with Saudi Arabian Airlines

Refundable Ticket

If you've purchased a refundable ticket, cancellations can be made anytime before the departure of your flight and the refund will be issued to your original credit card within 7 days (it should appear on your statement in 1-2 billing cycles).

Award Ticket

Cancel Fee	General Member	Premier Silver	Premier Gold	Premier Platinum	Premier 1K
Canceling With Redeposit	$0	$0	$0	$0	$0
No-Show	$125	$125	$125	$125	$125

Saudi Arabian Airlines's Flight Change Policy: Flights Paid With Cash or Points

As with cancellations, all customers will have 24 hours from the time of their original booking to change their reservation without being charged a fee, as long as the ticket was purchased a week or more before departure. This does not apply to Basic Economy tickets.

Ticket Type	Change Fee
Basic Economy	Not permitted
Non-Refundable	$0
Refundable	$0
Award Ticket	$0

International flights that don't originate in the U.S. can be changed, but change fees will apply.

Basic Economy

Saudi Arabian Airlines will not allow you to make any changes to a basic economy ticket, even during the initial 24-hour window. If you're still within the 24-hour window, your best option would be to cancel your ticket and book a new one.

Non-Refundable Ticket

Saudi Arabian Airlines does not charge any fees for flight changes; you will just be responsible for any difference in fare.

For same-day changes, Saudi Arabian Airlines charges up to $75, depending on destination and fare class. Premier status members have the fee waived.

Refundable Ticket

Saudi Arabian Airlines does not charge any fees for flight changes. If you're changing to a more expensive option, you will need to pay the difference in price. If you're changing to a cheaper flight, the difference in fare will be refunded to your original method of payment.

Award Ticket

Saudi Arabian Airlines has dropped all change fees on award flights. So customers can now switch to any award flight without needing to pay any extra fees.

How To Cancel a Flight on Saudi Arabian Airlines

Step 1: Log into your account on Saudi Arabian Airlines's homepage and select "My Trips."

Step 2: Once you've selected the trip you want to cancel, select "Cancel Booking."

Step 3: The next screen will ask you to confirm that you want to cancel your booking. After you click "confirm," your booking will officially be canceled, and you'll receive an eCredit for any remaining funds after any potential cancellation fees.

How To Use a Saudi Arabian Airlines Travel eCredit

If you're using an eCredit that you received from a flight you changed or canceled, click the drop-down box under "Saudi Arabian Airlines payment types," then simply enter the PIN code, your last name, and the year you received the eCredit during checkout.

Final Thoughts

If you're worried that you may need to cancel your flight and want to make certain you can get a refund, a refundable ticket will certainly be your best option.

Having to deal with canceling a flight can be difficult enough as it is, so consider adding a rewards card that provides compensation. Be certain to review fare rules closely so that you know what your options are both at the time of booking and if you end up needing to cancel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if I cancel my Saudi Arabian Airlines flight?

That depends on what fare type you've purchased and whether or not you've purchased a refundable ticket.

If you've purchased a basic economy ticket, you are not permitted to cancel the ticket for a refund after the 24-hour grace period from when your ticket was purchased.

If you have a non-refundable ticket you can cancel the flight and the amount you paid will be issued to your Saudi Arabian Airlines account as an e-credit for a future flight.

If you have a refundable ticket you can cancel anytime before the departure of your flight and you will be reimbursed on your original method of payment.

Can I cancel a Saudi Arabian Airlines flight within 24 hours?

Yes, all customers will have 24 hours from the time of their original booking to cancel their reservation without being charged a cancellation fee, regardless of fare selected, as long as the ticket was purchased a week or more before departure.

What happens if you cancel a non-refundable flight?

If you have a non-refundable ticket you can cancel the flight and the amount you paid will be issued to your Saudi Arabian Airlines account as an eCredit for a future flight.

When do Saudi Arabian Airlines eCredits expire?

Your eCredit will expire exactly 1 year after its issue date.

Will Saudi Arabian Airlines waive my cancellation fees?

Saudi Arabian Airlines no longer charges cancellation fees.

Does Saudi Arabian Airlines charge same-day change fees?

Saudi Arabian Airlines charges up to $75 for same-day changes, depending on destination and fare class. Premier status members have the fee waived.

Is there a fee to cancel an award ticket with Saudi Arabian Airlines?

No, there is not a fee to cancel your Saudi Arabian Airlines award flight.

Can you change a Basic Economy ticket within 24 hours of booking?

You cannot change a Basic Economy ticket on Saudi Arabian Airlines, even within the 24-hour window. Your only option would be to cancel the ticket and rebook. Since this is still within the 24-hour window, you will not be charged a cancellation fee and will receive a full refund for the cancel ticket.