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Mailing Address:

Atlas House 173 Victoria Street London, SW1E 5NA United Kingdom

Phone:

1-800-472-8342 US
+44 (0) 1217900430 UK
+44 (0) 1613940567
+44 (0) 2079931238

Saudia Complaints - The Process, Common Issues, Contact Info, and Our Expert Guidance

Saudia Complaints - The Process, Common Issues, Contact Info, and Our Expert Guidance

Amy Lancelotte
Written By Amy Lancelotte
Last Updated: January 30, 2024

Previously known as Saudia Arabian Airlines, Saudia is the largest airline in the country. Reaching more than 100 destinations and transporting over 30 million passengers in 2023 alone, Saudia Airlines is a busy carrier. 

Even with the best intentions, this high amount of traffic can result in Saudia flight disruptions and other unsatisfactory experiences that require an official complaint. We’ll explore everything related to Saudia complaints here and how we can help keep things simple.

Common Saudia Complaints

Generally speaking, the most common Saudia complaints relate to flight interruptions and luggage issues. In certain cases, on flights leaving from UK or EU airports, passengers can claim compensation for these complaints from £220 (€250) to £520 (€600).

Compensation applies when your flight is significantly delayed, or your flight is cancelled without an appropriate notice period. Additionally, instances of denied boarding can trigger the same amount of compensation if you get bumped from your flight.

Mishandled luggage is another common Saudia complaint, and being persistent can get passengers up to £1,000 in the UK and €1,300 in the EU.

Lastly, if you’ve been let down by the airline anywhere in the travel process, it can be worthwhile to submit Saudia complaints. You may get vouchers or discounts for doing this.

Your Saudia passenger rights

Your Rights as a Saudia Passenger

As we mentioned, to qualify for official compensation, your Saudia flight has to depart from an airport in either the UK or EU. If that’s the case, then two regulations apply: UK 261 and EU 261

Since Saudia isn’t based in either of these locations, the airport restriction applies. These regulations are what set the range of compensation for flights delayed by at least 3 hours and cancellations made without a minimum of 14 days' notice. 

To further clarify things, here are the scenarios when these two regulations apply to Saudia flights:

 

Covered by EU 261

Covered by UK 261

Flights arriving at UK airports

No

No

Flights arriving at EU airports

No

No

Flights departing from UK airports

No

Yes

Flights departing from EU airports

Yes

No

Also, here is a snapshot of the compensation limits for Saudia flight delays of 3 hours or more. It depends on flight distance:

Distance from UK/EU Airport

Compensation Maximum

Under 1,500km

£220/€250

From 1,500km to 3,500km

£350/€400

Over 3,500km

£520/€600

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Saudia Complaints: What You Should Know

To assist you in navigating the Saudia complaints procedure, here are some tips:

  • File complaints right away. Although for things like flight interruptions, you generally have up to 3 years to complain, being proactive is better. Submit your Saudia after travel complaints as soon as you get home to avoid losing precious documents or specific details.
  • Prepare to provide documentation. The airline will require various items to validate your complaint, so keep everything related to the incident. This can be anything from photos of damaged luggage to boarding passes to Saudia correspondence you’ve already received.
  • Give them your details. Make sure Saudia can contact you easily by providing an email and a direct phone number. 
  • State your desired outcome. Don’t be afraid to tell Saudia exactly what is required to resolve the complaint to your satisfaction. Feel free to reference UK/EU 261 if they apply.

The best ways to contact Saudia for complaints

Saudia Contact Info

Saudia Complaints Email Address

To submit your Saudia complaints via email, use customerrelations@saudia.com for the Customer Relations department.

Saudia Complaints Phone Number

You can reach Saudia using WhatsApp at 920022222, and here are some other common Saudia complaints phone numbers based on your region:

  • USA: 1-800-472-8342
  • UK: +44 (0) 1217900430 or +44 (0) 1613940567 or +44 (0) 2079931238
  • Canada: 1-855-588-0999

Saudia Complaints Form Online

To access the Saudia complaints form online, head to the airline’s website and, from the Help section, select Feedback & Complaints. This is by far the best contact method for Saudia complaints.

Saudia Live Chat

This airline does not offer live chat on their website. 

Submitting Your Saudia Complaints for Flight Interruptions

  1. Head to www.AirAdvisor.com.
  2. Fill in your Saudia flight info.
  3. Proceed to “Check Compensation.”
  4. Enter any extra info that may be needed according to your situation.
  5. Let AirAdvisor handle the complete Saudia complaints process from here. 

When you trust us to handle your Saudia complaints for flight disruptions, your chances of a satisfactory resolution increase. We only take a slight percentage off the top on successful claims. No compensation = no AirAdvisor fee.

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Saudia Complaints Response Time

Written Saudia complaints are acknowledged within 3 business days of receipt. In a maximum of 60 days, you should receive a substantive response from them.

FAQs: Saudia Complaints

How do I contact Saudia with complaints about flight interruptions?

You can follow two routes. First, partnering with AirAdvisor is the simplest and quickest way to resolve Saudia complaints related to flight disruptions. Second, if you’re going it alone, opt to contact them using the Saudia complaints form online in the website’s Help section.

What contact methods does Saudia have?

For email, there’s customerrelations@saudia.com. To call in the UK, it’s +44 (0) 1217900430, and in the USA, dial 1-800-472-8342. You can also use the Feedback & Complaints form on their website.

Is it worth bothering with Saudia complaints?

Yes! Aside from making sure the airline is aware of their shortcomings, you may receive compensation from £220 (€250) to £520 (€600), depending on the situation.

Does Saudia offer live chat?

No, there is no option for live chat on Saudia’s website.

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Complaints

Jamil Iqbal

Lost the baggage

Oct 8, 2024
Documents Jamil
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Dear Sir. I have lost my baggage from tabuk to jeddah and Jeddah to islamabad. But unfortunately when I reached the islamabad airport I didn't receive my baggage.and also report the complaint but until no any feedback from any side. Details is as follows Sv 708231
Preferred solution: Refund
Mohammad Almudallal

Cancelled flight by Saudia Airlines + delay

Oct 7, 2024
We booked 3 flight tickets with Saudia Airlines from Amman to Toronto (2-way). There was a flight cancellation on departure date (changed from Aug 18th to Aug 20th, 2024), this cancellation was replaced with a flight 2 days later with 13hours of layover in Jedda (King Abdelaziz Airport) and that was instead of 2/2.5hrs of layover on the original flight. We had to pay a fee for electronic visa and enter Saudia and book a hotel (extra cost). Our flight back from Toronto (YYZ) to Amman (AMM) on Oct 6th, 2024, we received a note fro flight cancellation 6:50am while our original departure was on Oct 6th, 2024 at 16:35pm. Saudia Airlines sent a note that flight is cancelled and they gave us an option to travel on October 19th, 2024 instead of Oct 6th, 2024 (which is 13 days delay/2 weeks). It took too long with high levels of stress to get hold of an agent at the Saudia Airlines and finally they transferred our tickets to Royal Jordanian Airlines (RJ). This flight was scheduled form Oct 7th, 2024 at 11:35AM - which added 1 day of delay to return to Amman, Jordan. We paid Saudia Airlines $241.16 (online) to add an extra bag, and even though we requested to notify the RJ airlines about this 3rd bag for one of us (passengers) they denied it at the airport (by RJ airlines), and it ended up having us to pay $350 at the counter at the airport (YYZ). We tried contacting Saudia airlines and we were getting into dead end with no answer or compensation for the paid $241.16 online for the extra bag and then $350 for the same extra bag at the airport to RJ airlines. We are hoping to have justice and get compensated for all this delays, inconvenience and stress that this trip has caused to us. Thank you!
Preferred solution: Compensation, Refund
Loss: 3745 EUR

Request for Refund Due to Flight Delay and Missed Connection

Sep 23, 2024
Documents
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I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally request a refund for the tickets purchased for my father, Mr. Ghouri, who traveled from Lahore to Riyadh and then from Riyadh to Frankfurt. Unfortunately, the experience was far from satisfactory, and I would like to outline the circumstances that led to this request. My father's flight arrived at Riyadh airport on August 23, 2024, but was delayed upon landing. Additionally, he was assigned a seat that was located far from the exit, and T2-T4 Duration, which significantly hindered his ability to catch his connecting flight to Frankfurt. I spoke with a customer care representative at Riyadh airport who explained that the combination of the flight delay and the distant seating assignment contributed to him missing his connection. My father is 70 years old, I was extremely concerned for his well-being when he was left waiting for a resolution at the airport. The representative informed me that an email had been sent to your team regarding this situation and that a response could take one to three days. This was not an acceptable scenario, as I could not leave my father waiting at the airport for such an extended period. To ensure my father's safe travel, I had to book an alternative flight to Frankfurt. Unfortunately, the return ticket was also canceled as a result of these complications, leaving us in a very difficult position. I have made numerous calls and sent emails seeking a resolution, but I have yet to receive an appropriate response. We had chosen Saudi Airlines with the expectation of reliable service, but this experience has deeply affected our trust in your airline. Therefore, I kindly request a full refund for both tickets purchased for my father and an acknowledgment of the inconvenience caused. An apology from your team would also be appreciated as it would help restore our faith in Saudi Airlines. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution. Kindly find the attached Saudi airline ticket , Boarding pass issued by saudi airline and next both tickets . Best Regards Zeeshan Rahab Ring Str.45a 69190 Walldorf +49(0)15201670293
Preferred solution: Refund, Reimbursement, Apology / Voucher
Loss: 1600 EUR

Request for Refund Due to Flight Delay and Missed Connection

Sep 23, 2024
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Dear Saudi Airlines Customer Service, I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to formally request a refund for the tickets purchased for my father, Mr. Ghouri, who traveled from Lahore to Riyadh and then from Riyadh to Frankfurt. Unfortunately, the experience was far from satisfactory, and I would like to outline the circumstances that led to this request. My father's flight arrived at Riyadh airport on August 23, 2024, but was delayed upon landing. Additionally, he was assigned a seat that was located far from the exit, and T2-T4 Duration, which significantly hindered his ability to catch his connecting flight to Frankfurt. I spoke with a customer care representative at Riyadh airport who explained that the combination of the flight delay and the distant seating assignment contributed to him missing his connection. My father is 70 years old, I was extremely concerned for his well-being when he was left waiting for a resolution at the airport. The representative informed me that an email had been sent to your team regarding this situation and that a response could take one to three days. This was not an acceptable scenario, as I could not leave my father waiting at the airport for such an extended period. To ensure my father's safe travel, I had to book an alternative flight to Frankfurt. Unfortunately, the return ticket was also canceled as a result of these complications, leaving us in a very difficult position. I have made numerous calls and sent emails seeking a resolution, but I have yet to receive an appropriate response. We had chosen Saudi Airlines with the expectation of reliable service, but this experience has deeply affected our trust in your airline. Therefore, I kindly request a full refund for both tickets purchased for my father and an acknowledgment of the inconvenience caused. An apology from your team would also be appreciated as it would help restore our faith in Saudi Airlines. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response and resolution. Kindly find the attached Saudi airline ticket , Boarding pass issued by saudi airline and next both tickets . zeeshanrahab@gmail.com +49(0)15201670293
Preferred solution: Compensation, Refund, Reimbursement
Loss: 1600 EUR
Nicolas Dabbour

CHARGING FOR EXTRA BAG $ 260.00 US DOLLAR

Sep 12, 2024
MY TICKET ALLOWS 2 BAGS AT THE COUNTER DESK IN AMMAN THEY STATED ONE BAG AND ASK FOR MONEY APPEARS THEY STEALING THE MONEY - I PAID UNDER FORCE - OR I HAVE TO GAVE THEM MY PERSONAL BELONGING. I WANT MY MONEY BACK - STOP STEALING
Preferred solution: Reimbursement
Loss: 260 EUR
Shahzad Qayyum

Flight was delayed for more than 24 hours,

Sep 9, 2024
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On 18July2024, SV062 from Toronto to Jeddah was delayed for more than 24 hours, On account of this my hotel booking in Madina was not refunded and went in vain. Family of 5 (3 adults and 2 kids)
Preferred solution: Compensation
Loss: 500 EUR

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