NAS Air vs Saudi Arabian Airlines
Side-by-side comparison of NAS Air and Saudi Arabian Airlines: cabin and checked baggage allowances, fees, online check-in deadlines, alliances, hubs and contacts.
Saudi Arabia
| NAS Air | Saudi Arabian Airlines | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Saudi Arabia | Saudi Arabia |
| Founded | 2007 | 1945 |
| Type | Low-cost carrier | Full-service airline |
| Alliance | - | SkyTeam |
| Main hubs | King Abdulaziz International Airport, King Khalid International Airport | King Fahd International Airport, King Abdulaziz International Airport, King Khalid International Airport |
| Aircraft types | 5 | 9 |
| Cabin bag weight | 7 kg (15 lb) | 7 kg (15 lb) |
| Cabin bag size | 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14 × 9 in) | 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 18 × 10 in) |
| Checked bag (Economy) | not included | not included |
| Extra bag fee | - | from 140 SAR |
| Online check-in opens | 2 days | 2 days |
| Online check-in closes | 2 h | 1 h |
| Airport check-in fee | free | free |
| Customer service phone | +966114349000 | +966 92000 3111 |
Key differences
- Saudi Arabian Airlines lets you check in online closer to departure (1 h vs 2 h).
- NAS Air is a low-cost carrier: expect a cheaper base fare with bags, seats and airport check-in sold separately, while Saudi Arabian Airlines bundles more into the ticket.
- Saudi Arabian Airlines is a SkyTeam member, so miles and status benefits carry over to partner airlines.
Other comparisons
Allowances shown are for the basic Economy fare on most routes. Fees are the lowest published prices and change often - confirm on the official websites before booking.