FlightWifiSaudia Wi-Fi
Yes, on part or all of the fleet. Aircraft being fitted: Varies by aircraft.
Varies by aircraftSourced from trade reporting · verification pending · as of 2026-08
Verdict by aircraft
| Aircraft | Verdict | System |
|---|---|---|
| Aircraft being fitted | Varies by aircraft | NSG Skywaves over SES Open Orbits (GEO+MEO), phased installs since Apr 2026, free up to 300 Mbps when fitted; legacy Panasonic Ku (paid) on unconverted aircraft |
Cost and access
- ·Free for all passengers in all cabins on NSG-equipped aircraft (up to 300 Mbps, 800 Mbps planned)
- ·Aircraft still on the legacy Panasonic system sell paid per-flight packages
Saudia Wi-Fi questions
Does Saudia have Wi-Fi?
Yes, on part or all of the fleet. Aircraft being fitted: Varies by aircraft.
Is Saudia Wi-Fi free?
Free for all passengers in all cabins on NSG-equipped aircraft (up to 300 Mbps, 800 Mbps planned); aircraft still on the legacy Panasonic system sell paid per-flight packages.
Can you make video calls on Saudia Wi-Fi?
On the aircraft already converted, yes: latency there is roughly 20-50 ms, similar to home broadband. On the tails still running the older high-orbit system, no. Which one you get depends on the aircraft, so check the table above against the plane on your booking.
Sources
- spa.gov.sa /en/w2558515
- neospacegroup.com /english/news/saudia-and-neo-space-group-announce-the-launch-of-one-of-th…
- paxex.aero /saudia-nsg-finally-confirm-inflight-internet-partnership
- runwaygirlnetwork.com /2026/04/saudia-turns-to-nsg-multi-orbit-ifc-for-significant-portion-of-f…
Saudia does not publish its Wi-Fi terms in a form we could cite, so this entry rests on aviation trade reporting rather than the airline's own pages. See the methodology.
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