GACA’s June 2026 index ranked Saudi airlines and airports by passenger complaints. Saudia recorded the lowest airline complaint rate, while King Khalid International Airport led major airports for service performance.
Saudia and Garuda Indonesia have signed an MoU to develop a joint business partnership, expanding connectivity through coordinated networks, single-ticket travel, and enhanced services linking Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and international markets.
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has signed a codeshare agreement with Xiamen Airlines to strengthen air connectivity between the Kingdom and China.
The Esports Foundation has named Saudia the Official Airline of the Esports World Cup 2026, unveiling the world's first esports-branded commercial aircraft, which will operate between Riyadh and Paris before joining the airline's international network for two years.
Saudia, Saudi Arabia’s national carrier, has announced the launch of direct flights between Riyadh and Tokyo in partnership with the Air Connectivity Programme (ACP) and the Saudi Tourism Authority. The new service will begin in November 2026, operating three weekly flights.
Saudia ranked first globally for on-time performance in May 2026, achieving 92.30% on-time departures and 90.12% arrivals, according to Cirium, while operating 13,669 flights across more than 100 destinations worldwide.
Saudia, the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, announced a Special Prorate Agreement (SPA) with Myanmar Airways International, expanding travel options between Saudi Arabia and Myanmar.
Neo Space Group (NSG) and Saudia have announced the first line-fit activation of NSG Skywaves in-flight connectivity aboard Saudia’s inaugural Airbus A321XLR, marking a major milestone in Saudi Arabia’s aviation and space integration.
Saudi Arabia's General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) received 2,155 passenger complaints against national airlines in May, with Saudia recording the lowest complaint rate at 43 complaints per 100,000 passengers and an 81% complaint resolution rate.
Saudia has partnered with IMG to offer live coverage of FIFA World Cup 26 matches on selected flights through Sport 24, a platform specialising in live sports broadcasting for the aviation and cruise industries.
