I'm flying as a 747-400 Captain under "subcontract" with Saudia. I've been approached no fewer than four times in the last 12 months to come fly for Saudia under a "commuting" contract - each time I ask for specifics there is nothing provided. Also, realize there is no Union rep to go complain to when they "change" your commuting contract after six months to a non-commuting contract because it isn't working for them. You will then be faced with either dropping the job and finding another or bending to their wishes. That said if you have info on an actual commutable contract please feel free to PM or post it here and I'll certainly give you my two cents worth of opinion.

 

I don't have any input specific to your question.
They will negotiate. So don't settle for what they offer first.

 

Would you mind posting a link to the position?

Curious what aircraft and seat..

 

When I visited my buddy in OCT, no one was commuting, as far as he knew.

 

I don't work for Saudia, but for Nas in Saudi Arabia. I'm interested to know the commuting options as well. I'm currently an A320 captain on a 20/10 commuting contract. While this is sufficient for now, traveling back to the US for 10 days is pretty insane, especially because your traveling days are your days off.. So in reality, your home for 8 days. Living in Saudi is ok. Compounds are definately a must. If you work for Saudia, you would stay in their compound which is enormous. Pay is fantastic everywhere in the Middle East, but particularly in Saudi due to the low cost of living and all housing provided.. And also most people who are willing to relocate to this part of the world would prefer a more open environment like the UAE, or Doha. But if you can bare the culture shock, and with a commuting contract.. Life would be pretty easy.. Oh and did I mention the pay!!