Last updated: 8 November 2026
The gas cylinder price in Saudi Arabia is SAR 37 for an 11 kg refill and SAR 16.82 for a 5 kg refill, including delivery and VAT. Central gas tanks cost SAR 1.69 per litre. These are the official prices of GASCO (National Gas and Industrialization Company), in force since 1 July 2026 and the same in every city.
| LPG product | Official price | Includes |
|---|---|---|
| 11 kg cylinder refill | SAR 37.00 | Delivery and 15% VAT |
| 5 kg cylinder refill | SAR 16.82 | Delivery and 15% VAT |
| Central gas tank refill | SAR 1.69 per litre | Delivery and 15% VAT |
What Changed in 2026
| Date | 11 kg cylinder | 5 kg cylinder | What happened |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 January 2026 | SAR 26.23 | SAR 11.93 | GASCO unified LPG prices across all regions, delivery and VAT included |
| 1 July 2026 | SAR 37.00 | SAR 16.82 | New refill prices announced by GASCO (up SAR 10.77 and SAR 4.89) |
Before January 2026, prices differed from city to city and delivery was often charged on top. Now one official price covers the gas, delivery to your door and VAT, wherever you live.
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How Much Gas Costs a Family Each Month
A family that cooks at home every day often uses one 11 kg cylinder about every two weeks. That is 2 refills a month, or SAR 74. A small household using one cylinder a month pays SAR 37, and a 5 kg cylinder for a camping stove or a small kitchen costs SAR 16.82 per refill.
To see how gas, electricity, water and fuel fit into your budget, try our cost of living calculator. For the other monthly bills, see our guides to the electricity bill check, the water bill check and today’s petrol price.
Central Gas in Apartment Buildings
Many newer buildings have a central gas tank instead of cylinders in each flat. The tank is refilled at SAR 1.69 per litre, and the cost is shared out by the building owner or management, usually through individual gas meters. Ask your landlord how central gas is billed before you sign the lease, and check your meter reading when you move in and out.
Paying the Right Price
- The official price already includes delivery and VAT, so SAR 37 is the full price for an 11 kg refill delivered to your door.
- Ask for a receipt. If a seller charges more than the official price, you can report it to the Ministry of Commerce on 1900 or through its app.
- Check GASCO’s official website for the current price list before you pay, as prices are reviewed from time to time.
Gas Cylinder Safety at Home
- Keep the cylinder upright, in a ventilated place, away from heat and direct sun.
- Check the hose and regulator regularly. To test for a leak, brush soapy water on the joints: bubbles mean a leak. Never use a flame to check.
- Close the cylinder valve when you are not cooking, especially before travelling.
- If you smell gas, close the valve, open the windows, do not touch light switches or start a flame, leave the flat and call Civil Defense on 998.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the gas cylinder price in Saudi Arabia?
Since 1 July 2026 GASCO’s official refill price is SAR 37 for an 11 kg cylinder and SAR 16.82 for a 5 kg cylinder, including delivery and 15% VAT. Central gas tanks cost SAR 1.69 per litre.
Is the gas cylinder price the same in every city?
Yes. GASCO unified LPG prices across all regions of the Kingdom on 1 January 2026, so the same price applies in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and smaller cities.
Does the SAR 37 price include delivery?
Yes. GASCO states that its prices include transport fees and VAT, so you should not be charged extra for delivery to your door.
Is there a 12 kg gas cylinder in Saudi Arabia?
GASCO’s official price list covers 11 kg and 5 kg cylinders and central tanks. Most searches for a 12 kg cylinder refer to the standard large 11 kg household cylinder.
How to Order a Gas Refill
GASCO delivers filled cylinders through its partner Estwan, and orders can be placed in an app on iOS and Android, where you can also schedule the delivery. Many neighbourhood gas shops and distributors also deliver to your door, and the official price includes delivery whichever route you use.
Many expats in Saudi Arabia keep a spare full cylinder at home, especially families who cook every day. Running out in the middle of cooking for guests is a common story, and a spare avoids it.
Check the Cylinder on Delivery
- Make sure the seal on the valve is intact before you accept it.
- Refuse a cylinder with deep dents, heavy rust or a damaged valve, and ask for another one.
- Ask the delivery person to connect it if you are unsure, then do the soapy water test on the joint.
- Pay the official price and ask for a receipt.
Gas When You Move Flat
Before you sign a new lease, ask whether the flat uses cylinders or central gas, and write the answer into the contract details. If the building has central gas, note the meter reading on your move-in date. Our Ejar tenant guide explains how to check your contract before you sign.
Thinking of switching to an electric cooker instead? Use our electricity bill calculator to see what the extra units would add to your monthly bill, and compare it with the SAR 37 to SAR 74 a month that typical households spend on cylinder gas.
Can I order a gas cylinder online in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. GASCO takes orders for filled cylinders through an app on iOS and Android, with delivery by its partner Estwan. Neighbourhood gas shops also deliver.
Can a delivery driver charge extra for bringing the cylinder upstairs?
GASCO’s official price already includes delivery and VAT. If you are asked for more than the official price, ask for a receipt and report it to the Ministry of Commerce on 1900.
What should I do if a delivered cylinder smells of gas?
Do not connect it. Keep it upright outside or in a ventilated place, away from any flame, and ask the supplier to replace it straight away.
Sources: GASCO (gasco.com.sa, LPG refill prices); Al Bilad, 2 July 2026; Okaz, 1 January 2026.