Airline pet policies / Saudia
Saudia pet policy: cabin, hold and fees
Saudia accepts cats in the cabin up to 5 kg with the carrier. Fees, carrier sizes, breed rules and how to book, checked against the official policy.
Checked against the official page · 15 Oct 2026| Pets in the cabin | Yes: Cat |
|---|---|
| Cabin weight limit | 5 kg including the carrier |
| Cabin carrier | 52.5 × 32.5 × 40 cm, 1 pet per cage |
| Good to know | Cats only in the cabin. Falcons also accepted with permits. |
| Pets in the hold | Yes: Cat |
| Hold limit | Weight limit not published: confirm with the airline. ventilated cage |
| Snub-nosed breeds in the hold | Check with the airline |
| Fees | USD 100 in the cabin, USD 300 in the hold (except USA and Canada) |
| How to book | Tell Saudia when booking |
| Cargo and other animals | Dogs: check with Saudia Cargo. |
- Register the pet on Saudi Arabia's NAAMA platform before travel.
Here is the Saudia pet policy in plain English, checked against the official Saudia page on 15 Oct 2026. Saudia accepts cats in the cabin up to 5 kg with the carrier. Below, you’ll find what it means for your trip, plus a short checklist before you book.
Saudia pet policy for the cabin
On Saudia, cats can travel with you in the cabin, as long as the pet and its carrier together weigh no more than 5 kg. Carrier rules: 52.5 × 32.5 × 40 cm, 1 pet per cage. Also note: Cats only in the cabin. Falcons also accepted with permits.
Pets in the hold and as cargo on Saudia
Bigger pets can fly in the hold on Saudia: cats. The airline doesn’t publish a fixed weight limit, so confirm it before you book. Kennel rules: ventilated cage.
Dogs: check with Saudia Cargo.
Fees and how to book a pet on Saudia
Fee: USD 100 in the cabin, USD 300 in the hold (except USA and Canada). How to book: Tell Saudia when booking. Fees can change, so check the final amount when you book.
Before you book: Saudia pet policy checklist
- First, weigh your pet together with its carrier or kennel, because airlines check the total weight at the airport.
- Next, check the entry rules of your destination, such as microchip, rabies vaccine and health papers. Our pet travel requirements page links to the official sources.
- Then, book your pet at the same time as your own seat, since pet places on each flight are limited.
- Finally, confirm the details on the official Saudia pet policy page, because rules and fees can change.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my pet in the cabin on Saudia?
Yes. Saudia accepts cat in the cabin. The pet and carrier together can weigh up to 5 kg. Carrier: 52.5 × 32.5 × 40 cm, 1 pet per cage.
Can my pet fly in the hold on Saudia?
Yes: cat. Confirm the weight limit with the airline.
How much does it cost to fly with a pet on Saudia?
USD 100 in the cabin, USD 300 in the hold (except USA and Canada). Fees change often, so confirm the exact amount when you book.
This summary is a guide, not legal or veterinary advice. Airlines change their rules often: always confirm with Saudia before you book. Your destination country may have extra entry rules.