Saudia Business & First Class
from$3,000round trip · per person
Saudia is the only airline flying nonstop between the United States and Saudi Arabia — New York and Washington to Jeddah and Riyadh — with lie-flat business on the 777-300ER and 787, a twelve-seat First Class on the 777, and dedicated Umrah and Hajj service. As Saudi Arabia opens to tourism — AlUla, the Red Sea resorts, Diriyah — it is the way most Americans arrive.
Business cabin
Business Class
First Class
First Class Suites
Alliance
SkyTeam
Hub
Jeddah (JED)
First Class Suites
Full-flat business seats
AlFursan First and Business lounges
Nonstop US to Saudi Arabia
At a glance
Premium cabins · US routes
- Business cabin
- Business ClassDetailsHide
- First Class
- Yes · First Class SuitesDetailsHide
- Alliance
- SkyTeam · Program: Alfursan
- Hubs
- JED · Jeddah and Riyadh (RUH)
- US gateways
- 1 US cities · New York JFK and Washington Dulles
- Flight time
- 12–12.5h · New York–Jeddah → Washington–JeddahDetailsHide
1-2-1 lie-flat on the 777-300ER and 787-10; older 2-2-2 on some 787-9s
777-300ER, twelve open suites, on selected routes
12h New York–Jeddah · 12.5h New York–Riyadh · 12.5h Washington–Jeddah
Saudia fares from the US
Negotiated round-trip starting fares, per person — request yours for exact dates.
Starting fares for lead-time bookings; your exact price depends on dates and availability.
The seat
What makes Business Class different
The 777-300ER business cabin is a lie-flat 1-2-1 with direct aisle access and a large screen; the 787-10 matches it, while some 787-9s carry an older 2-2-2 seat. First Class on the 777 is twelve open suites with a wide seat, a bed made up by the crew and a private check-in at Jeddah and Riyadh. Two things make Saudia distinct. First, it is a dry airline — no alcohol on board or in its lounges — and its catering is Arabic and international with a strong Saudi menu. Second, for pilgrims, Saudia's Umrah and Hajj operation is unmatched: Zamzam water handling, Ihram-ready service on flights to Jeddah, and a dedicated Hajj terminal.
Popular destinations with Saudia from the US
Tap a destination for starting fares, routes and the full guide.
Why it is worth it
Benefits of flying Saudia in a premium cabin
7 things that come with the ticket, before you count the seat itself.
The only US–Saudi Arabia nonstops, lie-flat on the 777-300ER and 787-10
First Class on the 777 with private check-in at Jeddah and Riyadh
Alfursan Lounges at Jeddah and Riyadh with prayer rooms, showers and a buffet
Umrah and Hajj expertise, and same-ticket connections to Madinah
SkyTeam Elite Plus benefits when connecting on Delta, Air France or KLM
Free Wi-Fi in First and an allowance in Business on equipped aircraft
Amenity kits and bedding in Business; pajamas in First
Saudia lounges
At Jeddah and Riyadh, the Alfursan Lounges for Business and First Class, with prayer facilities, showers, a buffet and quiet rooms; First Class passengers have a separate section. In the US, Saudia uses Delta Sky Clubs or contract lounges at New York and Washington.
Upgrades: can you move up?
Alfursan members can upgrade eligible business fares to First with miles on the 777 routes that carry it, and Saudia sells cash upgrades at check-in when seats are open. We quote First alongside Business at booking.
Important to know before you book
- Saudia serves no alcohol on board or in its lounges.
- The 787-9's 2-2-2 business cabin is the one to avoid; we route you onto the 777-300ER or 787-10 where possible.
- Hajj (dates move each year) and Ramadan bring peak demand to Jeddah; Riyadh peaks with business travel and the winter events season.
- US citizens can obtain a Saudi tourist e-visa; Umrah visas have their own process.
Rankings and reviews
Saudia holds a Skytrax 4-Star rating and has won Skytrax's World's Most Improved Airline award; its 777 business cabin and its Hajj and Umrah operations are well reviewed, and the Riyadh and Jeddah lounges have been upgraded as the Kingdom's tourism program expands.
Why book Saudia with LuxeSkies
Saudia's US nonstops are the only ones, so the comparison is against one-stop routings on Emirates, Qatar, Etihad, Turkish and the Europeans — and the answer depends on whether Jeddah, Riyadh or Madinah is the goal. We hold contract fares from $3,000 round trip, confirm the aircraft, and price the nonstop against the Gulf one-stops on the same dates.
Saudia questions
Is there a nonstop business-class flight from the US to Saudi Arabia?
Yes — Saudia from New York JFK and Washington Dulles to Jeddah and Riyadh, about 12 to 12.5 hours.
How much is Saudia business class from the US?
Our negotiated starting fares are $3,000 round trip from New York for lead-time bookings; Hajj, Ramadan and winter-season dates price higher. First Class is quoted on request.
Does Saudia serve alcohol?
No. Saudia is a dry airline on board and in its lounges.
Does Saudia have First Class?
Yes — twelve suites on the 777-300ER on selected routes, with private check-in at Jeddah and Riyadh.
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Reviews
4.8 on Trustpilot, in Clients’ Own Words
“They answered all my questions and were very responsive and provided flexible dates for travel.”
SELCHUK
Jul 22, 2026
“Wonderful! The crew were so helpful! It’s no worry trip! We enjoyed the process especially our trip arrangements. We couldn’t complain of how wonderful everything went! Thank you for making our trip memorable!!!”
Mrs. Gray
Aug 5, 2026
“Tony Carter made the experience easy. He was very professional, friendly and patient; made the process go smoothly.”
Almaree Owens
Aug 4, 2026
“Steven was enthusiastic (to a fault). His first of three offers was about 10% above my budget but the flights really fit the schedule so well I had to say yes. The other two offers were cheaper but the timing was off for me.”
Scott C Rosen
Aug 3, 2026
“Good customer service and pricing saving me a few thousand dollars on a couple of business class tickets.”
Francisco E.
Jul 31, 2026
“Great customer service. English speaking representatives. Quick response time.”
Donna
Jul 16, 2026
“Tony Carter...nothing else needs to be said!!! His professionalism, patience, personable responses made this almost perfect. No doubt will be using him / them again on our next adventure. Alan R Vernon”
Alan
Jul 23, 2026
“It was great! So helpful and patient the only negative thing I can say is it wasn’t communicated the price for assistance until I already paid and left a tip.”
Stephen Girard
May 27, 2026
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