Which has the bigger carry-on allowance, Etihad or Saudia?

Etihad: 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in), up to 7 kg (15.4 lb). Saudia: 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in), up to 7 kg (15.4 lb). Saudia allows the larger bag.

Do Etihad and Saudia include a carry-on on basic economy?

Etihad: Every Economy fare includes the 7 kg carry-on. Saudia: Economy (Guest Class) includes one 7 kg carry-on, measured with wheels and handles.

Where do Etihad and Saudia fly from?

Etihad's main hubs are Abu Dhabi (AUH). Saudia's are JED, RUH. The better pick is often whichever flies nonstop from your airport.

Are Etihad and Saudia partners?

They aren't in the same alliance (Etihad: none; Saudia: SkyTeam), so miles and status generally don't transfer between them.

EY vs SV · 2026 comparison

Etihad vs Saudia

Etihad doesn't clearly win any category; Saudia wins on a bigger carry-on. Here's how they compare on bags, fees, comfort, reliability and loyalty.

Verified Oct 17, 2026By Steven MoHow we check Report a correction

Etihad

No clear category wins

Saudia

Wins 1 category

A bigger carry-on

Quick verdict

Etihad doesn't clearly win any category; Saudia wins on a bigger carry-on. Both include a carry-on on every fare.

Carry-on size: Etihad: 56 × 36 × 23 cm · Saudia: 56 × 45 × 25 cm
Carry-on on the cheapest fare: Etihad: Included on every fare · Saudia: Included on every fare

Side by side

	Etihad	Saudia
Bags
Carry-on size	56 × 36 × 23 cm	56 × 45 × 25 cm
Carry-on on the cheapest fare	Included on every fare	Included on every fare
Carry-on weight limit	7 kg (15.4 lb)	7 kg (15.4 lb)
Personal item	Must fit under the seat	Must fit under the seat
Network
Alliance	None	SkyTeam
Loyalty program	Etihad Guest	Alfursan
Main hubs	AUH	JED, RUH

Highlighted values are better for travelers. Fees are for U.S. domestic economy flights; on-time data is 2025 U.S. DOT figures for each airline's own flights.

Bags and fees

Etihad allows a carry-on up to 56 × 36 × 23 cm (22 × 14.2 × 9.1 in), and Saudia up to 56 × 45 × 25 cm (22 × 17.7 × 9.8 in), so Saudia's is roomier.

Both include it on their cheapest fares.

Carry-on weight limits: 7 kg (15.4 lb) on Etihad, 7 kg (15.4 lb) on Saudia.

Personal items: anything that fits under the seat on Etihad, and anything that fits under the seat on Saudia.

Loyalty and where they fly

Etihad is not in an alliance and Saudia is in SkyTeam.

Loyalty programs: Etihad Guest (Etihad) and Alfursan (Saudia).

Etihad's main hubs are Abu Dhabi (AUH). Saudia's are JED, RUH. The best choice often comes down to which airline flies nonstop from your airport.

Which should you book?

Choose Etihad if you want…

nonstops from AUH

Choose Saudia if you want…

a bigger carry-on
to earn and use SkyTeam miles and status
nonstops from JED, RUH

On a route both fly, the cheaper ticket isn't always the cheaper trip: add the bags you'll actually bring, and check the fare rules before you book.

Etihad vs Saudia FAQ

It depends on what matters most to you. Etihad doesn't clearly win any category; Saudia wins on a bigger carry-on. If they fly the same route, compare the total price with bags included.

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