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3 Star Umrah
from £733 per person
Umrah Packages from the UK
12 costed itineraries, 7 to 14 nights, on a 3, 4 or 5‑star basis. Every price below covers return flights, the Saudi visa, hotels in both cities and airport transfers.
- ATOL 74904 protected
- 7–14 nights
- No hidden supplements
Set On a Spiritual Journey with All-Inclusive Umrah Packages
Ahad Travel's all-inclusive Umrah packages cover your entire pilgrimage in one quoted price. 12 packages run from 7 to 14 nights on a 3, 4, or 5-star basis, starting at £733 per person with flights from the UK to Saudi Arabia. Each price includes return flights, your Saudi visa, a named hotel in Makkah, a named hotel in Madinah, and all airport transfers. You see your hotel name and its walking distance to Masjid al-Haram before you pay.
3-star Umrah packages start at £733 and use hotels 850 metres to 1.4 km from the Haram. 4-star Umrah packages start at £857 and bring better rooms, breakfast, and closer Madinah hotels. 5-star Umrah packages start at £1,190 and place you 250 to 600 metres from Masjid al-Haram, with hotels including the Swissotel Makkah and the Anjum Makkah.
Meals, travel insurance, and the meningitis ACWY vaccination are extra — budget £100 to £150 per person for these. September to November gives you the lowest prices and the mildest weather. Ramadan is the most rewarding and the most expensive period.
Every booking with flights is ATOL 74904 protected. You book with a £50 deposit and pay the balance monthly, with no interest and no fees. Group Umrah packages, family Umrah packages, and solo pilgrim bookings are all available year-round.
Three standards, one price promise
The tier sets the standard of hotel and the room that comes with it. What the price covers never changes — and distance to the Haram varies inside every tier, so each card gives the real figure.
All 12 Umrah packages
Prices are per person on a quad-share basis, exactly as quoted to us. Triple and double rates sit on each package page.
Showing all 12 packages
Lowest price 7 in Makkah · 7 in Madinah
3 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Al Ebaa Hotel 1.4 km walk
- Madinah
- Emaar Royal Hotel 700 m walk
- Visa
- Tourist Visa
4 in Makkah · 3 in Madinah
3 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Emaar Grand Hotel 1 km walk
- Madinah
- Al Aqiq Al Rawda Hotel 450 m walk
- Visa
- Waiver Visa
6 in Makkah · 6 in Madinah
3 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Emaar Al Manar 1 km walk
- Madinah
- Odst Al Madina Hotel 500 m walk
- Visa
- Waiver Visa
4 in Makkah · 3 in Madinah
4 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Voco Makkah Hotel 3.7 km walk
- Madinah
- Elaf Taiba Hotel 250 m walk
- Visa
- Waiver Visa
5 in Makkah · 5 in Madinah
3 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Emaar Andalusia Hotel 850 m walk
- Madinah
- Emaar Al Mektan Hotel 550 m walk
- Visa
- Umrah Visa
5 in Makkah · 5 in Madinah
4 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- M Hotel Al Dana Makkah by Millennium 5.3 km walk
- Madinah
- Dallah Taibah Hotel 300 m walk
- Visa
- Tourist Visa
6 in Makkah · 6 in Madinah
4 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Elaf Kinda Hotel 700 m walk
- Madinah
- Dallah Taibah Hotel 300 m walk
- Visa
- Tourist Visa
7 in Makkah · 7 in Madinah
4 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Ramada Dar Al Fayzeen Hotel 700 m walk
- Madinah
- Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel 400 m walk
- Visa
- Umrah Visa
4 in Makkah · 3 in Madinah
5 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Swissotel Makkah Hotel 250 m walk
- Madinah
- Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel 150 m walk
- Visa
- Tourist Visa
5 in Makkah · 5 in Madinah
5 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel 600 m walk
- Madinah
- Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel 150 m walk
- Visa
- Umrah Visa
6 in Makkah · 6 in Madinah
5 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Tilal Jabal Al Kabah Hotel 500 m walk
- Madinah
- Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel 150 m walk
- Visa
- Umrah Visa
7 in Makkah · 7 in Madinah
5 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package
- Makkah
- Anjum Makkah Hotel 400 m walk
- Madinah
- Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel 150 m walk
- Visa
- Waiver Visa
Distances are the operator’s own walking figures to the Haram.
Umrah deals, month by month
Six dated departures from £749 per person. Same inclusions as every package we sell — return flights, the Saudi visa, hotels in both cities and airport transfers.
8 seats left October 2026 Low season
October 2026 Umrah — 10 Nights
- Makkah
- Emaar Andalusia Hotel 5 nights · 850 m walk
- Madinah
- Dallah Taibah Hotel 5 nights · 300 m walk
- Travel date
- 18 October 2026Departures through October
- Flights
- Return, includedLondon Heathrow to Jeddah · Saudia
from per person £845 , usually £950
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9 seats left November 2026 Quiet weeks
November 2026 Umrah — 7 Nights
- Makkah
- Elaf Kinda Hotel 4 nights · 700 m walk
- Madinah
- Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel 3 nights · 400 m walk
- Travel date
- 14 November 2026Departures through November
- Flights
- Return, includedManchester to Jeddah · Turkish Airlines
from per person £825 , usually £920
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4 seats left December 2026 Winter break
December 2026 Umrah — 10 Nights
- Makkah
- Ramada Dar Al Fayzeen Hotel 5 nights · 700 m walk
- Madinah
- Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel 5 nights · 150 m walk
- Travel date
- 19 December 2026Departures through December
- Flights
- Return, includedBirmingham to Jeddah · Qatar Airways
from per person £1,065 , usually £1,180
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12 seats left January 2027 Quietest month
January 2027 Umrah — 14 Nights
- Makkah
- Al Ebaa Hotel 7 nights · 1.4 km walk
- Madinah
- Emaar Royal Hotel 7 nights · 700 m walk
- Travel date
- 16 January 2027Departures through January
- Flights
- Return, includedLondon Heathrow to Madinah · Saudia
from per person £749 , usually £830
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14 seats left February 2027 Before Ramadan
February 2027 Umrah — 12 Nights
- Makkah
- Tilal Jabal Al Kabah Hotel 6 nights · 500 m walk
- Madinah
- Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel 6 nights · 150 m walk
- Travel date
- 6 February 2027Departures through February
- Flights
- Return, includedManchester to Jeddah · Emirates
from per person £1,255 , usually £1,395
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6 seats left Ramadan 1448 Last ten nights
Ramadan 1448 Umrah — 14 Nights
- Makkah
- Swissotel Makkah Hotel 7 nights · 250 m walk
- Madinah
- Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel 7 nights · 150 m walk
- Travel date
- Dates to be confirmedDates confirmed with your advisor
- Flights
- Return, includedLondon Heathrow to Jeddah · Saudia
from per person £1,725 , usually £1,895
Save £170 Deal prices are per person on a quad-share basis and include return flights, the Saudi visa, hotels in both cities and transfers. ATOL 74904 protected.
What the price covers
One figure, quoted in full.
Five things are in every one of the 12 prices above. Ground transport, a dedicated guide and Ziyarat are booked package by package, so each package page lists exactly what its own figure includes.
Ground transport on 7 of 12 · Umrah guide on 8 · Ziyarat on 6
How your money is protected- Return flights From your chosen UK airport
- Saudi visa Processed for you — type varies by package
- Both cities Hotels in Makkah and Madinah
- Airport transfers On arrival and departure
- ATOL protection Every payment bonded under 74904
Our Umrah Packages in 2026 from the UK
Ahad Travel offers 12 Umrah packages from the UK in 2026, spread across 3 tiers and 4 trip lengths. Prices below are per person on a quad-share basis with return flights, visa, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, and transfers included.
| Duration | 3 Star | 4 Star | 5 Star |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 nights | £740 | £857 | £1,190 |
| 10 nights | £886 | £1,023 | £1,299 |
| 12 nights | £810 | £1,061 | £1,321 |
| 14 nights | £733 | £1,098 | £1,342 |
Triple occupancy adds roughly 15% and double occupancy adds roughly 30% to the quad-share price.
3 Star Umrah Packages
Our 4 three-star Umrah packages range from £733 to £886 per person. Hotels are clean and well-run, located 850 metres to 1.4 km from Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and 450 to 700 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah. Flights, visa, and transfers are included on every package. Meals are not included. These affordable Umrah packages suit pilgrims who prefer a longer stay over a more expensive hotel, and families watching what they spend.
3 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package
The 3 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package costs £740 per person (quad), £850 (triple), or £960 (double). You stay 4 nights in Makkah at the Emaar Grand Hotel, 1 km from Masjid al-Haram, and 3 nights in Madinah at the Al Aqiq Al Rawda Hotel, 450 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, waiver visa, ground transport between the cities, and ziyarat are included.
3 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package
The 3 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package costs £886 per person (quad), £1,020 (triple), or £1,150 (double). You stay 5 nights in Makkah at the Emaar Andalusia Hotel, 850 metres from Masjid al-Haram, and 5 nights in Madinah at the Emaar Al Mektan Hotel, 550 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, Umrah visa, and a dedicated guide are included.
3 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package
The 3 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package costs £810 per person (quad), £930 (triple), or £1,055 (double). You stay 6 nights in Makkah at the Emaar Al Manar, 1 km from Masjid al-Haram, and 6 nights in Madinah at the Odst Al Madina Hotel, 500 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, waiver visa, a dedicated guide, and ziyarat in both cities are included.
3 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package
The 3 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package is our cheapest Umrah package at £733 per person (quad), £845 (triple), or £955 (double). You stay 7 nights in Makkah at the Al Ebaa Hotel, 1.4 km from Masjid al-Haram, and 7 nights in Madinah at the Emaar Royal Hotel, 700 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, tourist visa, a dedicated guide, and ziyarat are included.
4 Star Umrah Packages
Our 4 four-star Umrah packages range from £857 to £1,098 per person. Hotels are larger, quieter, and include breakfast at most properties. In Madinah, 4-star hotels sit 250 to 400 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi — closer than the 3-star options. Flights, visa, and transfers are included with every 4-star Umrah package.
4 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package
The 4 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package costs £857 per person (quad), £985 (triple), or £1,115 (double). You stay 4 nights in Makkah at the Voco Makkah Hotel, 3.7 km from Masjid al-Haram with a free shuttle service, and 3 nights in Madinah at the Elaf Taiba Hotel, 250 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, waiver visa, ground transport, a guide, and ziyarat are all included.
4 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package
The 4 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package costs £1,023 per person (quad), £1,175 (triple), or £1,330 (double). You stay 5 nights in Makkah at the M Hotel Al Dana by Millennium, 5.3 km from Masjid al-Haram with shuttle service, and 5 nights in Madinah at the Dallah Taibah Hotel, 300 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights and tourist visa are included.
4 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package
The 4 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package costs £1,061 per person (quad), £1,220 (triple), or £1,380 (double). You stay 6 nights in Makkah at the Elaf Kinda Hotel, 700 metres from Masjid al-Haram with a direct Haram view, and 6 nights in Madinah at the Dallah Taibah Hotel, 300 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, tourist visa, ground transport, and a guide are included.
4 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package
The 4 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package costs £1,098 per person (quad), £1,265 (triple), or £1,425 (double). You stay 7 nights in Makkah at the Ramada Dar Al Fayzeen Hotel, 700 metres from Masjid al-Haram, and 7 nights in Madinah at the Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel, 400 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, Umrah visa, ground transport, and ziyarat are included.
5 Star Umrah Packages
Our 4 five-star Umrah packages range from £1,190 to £1,342 per person. These luxury Umrah packages place you 250 to 600 metres from Masjid al-Haram in Makkah and 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi in Madinah at the Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah. Makkah hotels include the Swissotel Makkah (250 m), the Anjum Makkah (400 m), the Tilal Jabal Al Kabah (500 m), and the Makarem Ajyad (600 m). Breakfast, premium rooms, and all transfers are included.
5 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package
The 5 Star 7 Nights Umrah Package costs £1,190 per person (quad), £1,370 (triple), or £1,545 (double). You stay 4 nights in Makkah at the Swissotel Makkah Hotel, 250 metres from Masjid al-Haram with direct Haram access, and 3 nights in Madinah at the Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel, 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, tourist visa, ground transport, and a guide are included.
5 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package
The 5 Star 10 Nights Umrah Package costs £1,299 per person (quad), £1,495 (triple), or £1,690 (double). You stay 5 nights in Makkah at the Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, 600 metres from Masjid al-Haram with shuttle service, and 5 nights in Madinah at the Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah, 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, Umrah visa, and ground transport are included.
5 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package
The 5 Star 12 Nights Umrah Package costs £1,321 per person (quad), £1,520 (triple), or £1,715 (double). You stay 6 nights in Makkah at the Tilal Jabal Al Kabah Hotel, 500 metres from Masjid al-Haram, and 6 nights in Madinah at the Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah, 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, Umrah visa, a guide, and ziyarat are included.
5 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package
The 5 Star 14 Nights Umrah Package costs £1,342 per person (quad), £1,545 (triple), or £1,745 (double). You stay 7 nights in Makkah at the Anjum Makkah Hotel, 400 metres from Masjid al-Haram with a direct view of the Haram, and 7 nights in Madinah at the Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah, 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Return flights, waiver visa, ground transport, and a guide are included.
Group and Solo Umrah Packages
Ahad Travel arranges group Umrah trips year-round for mosques, community organisations, and large families. Groups of 4 or more people pay less per person. We meet the group leader before you fly and assign a dedicated coordinator for the entire trip.
Solo pilgrims can book any package on this page. Saudi Arabia allows women aged 18 and over to perform Umrah without a mahram. We arrange women-only group trips with a female guide on request.
Family Umrah packages are available across all 3 tiers. Children under 2 fly free with most airlines. Children aged 2 to 11 get a reduced fare. Tell us your group size and ages when you enquire, and we will send you a family price.
What Is Included in an All-Inclusive Umrah Package?
An all-inclusive Umrah package from Ahad Travel covers 5 core items in one price: return flights, Saudi visa, a hotel in Makkah, a hotel in Madinah, and airport transfers. You book once and pay once. Prices start at £733 per person.
“All-inclusive” on an Umrah package does not mean meals the way it would on a holiday. Every UK Umrah agent uses the term the same way: flights, visa, hotels, and transfers in one price. Meals are extra on the cheaper packages, and we can add them. Everything that is not included is listed below.
What every package includes
- Return flights from a UK airport to Saudi Arabia
- Your Saudi visa — we handle the application for you
- A named hotel in Makkah, with the walking distance to Masjid al-Haram confirmed before you pay
- A named hotel in Madinah, confirmed the same way
- Airport transfers on arrival and departure
- ATOL 74904 protection on every booking with flights
- A contact number in the UK and in Saudi Arabia, day or night
What is not included
These costs are extra with every Umrah travel agency, not only with us:
- Meals. 3-star packages are room only. Most 4 and 5-star hotels include breakfast. We can add half board or full board to any package.
- Travel insurance. You arrange your own.
- The meningitis ACWY vaccination. UK pharmacies charge £40 to £70. You cannot enter Saudi Arabia for Umrah without it.
- Extra baggage. Anything over the airline's standard allowance, including Zamzam water for the return journey, is paid directly to the airline.
- Personal spending. Food outside the hotel, gifts, taxis, shopping.
- Ground transport between Makkah and Madinah on packages that do not already include it — check the package page, as some include it and some do not.
Keep £100 to £150 per person aside for the vaccination, insurance, and day-to-day spending, and you will not be caught out.
Does a Higher Star Rating Put You Closer to the Haram?
No, not automatically. A higher star rating gets you a better hotel room, not a shorter walk. The relationship between stars and distance depends on the city.
In Makkah, our 3-star hotels sit 850 metres to 1.4 km from Masjid al-Haram. Our 4-star hotels range from 700 metres (Elaf Kinda Hotel and Ramada Dar Al Fayzeen) to 5.3 km (M Hotel Al Dana by Millennium, which runs a free shuttle). Going from 3-star to 4-star in Makkah gets you a bigger room and breakfast. It does not guarantee a shorter walk.
Our 5-star Makkah hotels are the closest to the Haram: the Swissotel Makkah at 250 metres, the Anjum Makkah at 400 metres, the Tilal Jabal Al Kabah at 500 metres, and the Makarem Ajyad at 600 metres. Book 5-star to be within a 3 to 9 minute walk.
Madinah is different. Our 3-star Madinah hotels sit 450 to 700 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Our 4-star hotels sit 250 to 400 metres. Our 5-star Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah is 150 metres away. In Madinah, a higher star rating does bring you closer.
Book 3-star for the best value, if the walk does not concern you. Book 5-star to be within minutes of the Haram. Book 4-star for a better room and breakfast — the distance sits between the two.
Why Are Our Umrah Packages Cheaper Than Most Agencies?
Ahad Travel keeps Umrah prices low through 4 practices: bulk booking, using hotels at a walking distance rather than next door to the Haram, offering flights with a stop on cheaper packages, and not bundling meals on 3-star packages.
- We book in bulk. We purchase flight seats and hotel rooms on the same UK-to-Jeddah routes in volume. This gives us trade rates, not the prices you see on booking sites.
- We use good hotels at a walking distance. Our 3 Star 14 Nights package at £733 puts you 1.4 km from Masjid al-Haram — roughly a 15 to 18 minute walk. A room 250 metres away is what takes a package past £1,190.
- We offer flights with a stop on cheaper packages. Flying through Dubai, Doha, or Istanbul saves a significant amount compared to a direct flight. It adds 3 to 6 hours to the journey.
- We do not include meals on 3-star packages. Food near the Haram is affordable, and many pilgrims prefer to choose their own.
The cheapest quote is not always the cheapest trip. Some agencies quote prices without flights, or place you 40 minutes from the Haram without stating it clearly. Our price covers the whole journey. You get the hotel name and walking distance in writing before you pay. ATOL 74904 protection means that, if a travel company goes bust, you get your money back or get brought home. Travel between September and November and book early for the lowest price.
Which Umrah Package Is Right for You?
3-Star Umrah Packages
Book 3-star for the best price. Our cheapest Umrah packages, from £733 to £886 per person. Good for pilgrims watching what they spend and for families who prefer a longer stay over a fancier room. Hotels are clean and well-run. Visa, transfers, and a guide (on most packages) are included. Meals are not.
4-Star Umrah Packages
Book 4-star for comfort and breakfast. Everything in the 3-star package plus a better hotel: bigger rooms, quieter floors, breakfast at most properties, and lifts. In Madinah you stay closer to Masjid an-Nabawi — as close as 250 metres at the Elaf Taiba Hotel. Prices range from £857 to £1,098 per person. This is what we suggest for a first Umrah.
5-Star Umrah Packages
Book 5-star to be close to the Haram. The Swissotel Makkah is 250 metres from Masjid al-Haram. The Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah is 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi. Good for anyone travelling with elderly parents, wheelchair users, or anyone who cannot walk far. Prices range from £1,190 to £1,342 per person.
Why Book Umrah with Ahad Travel?
Ahad Travel tells you your hotel and its walking distance in writing before you pay, holds ATOL 74904, and assigns one person to look after your booking from start to finish.
ATOL protected, and you can check it
Our ATOL number is 74904. Go to the CAA website, type it in, and it will confirm we are licensed. Ask any Umrah agency for their ATOL number and check it before you pay.
You know your hotel before you pay
We confirm your hotel in writing — the name, the star rating, and the walking distance in minutes to the Haram — before we take any money.
The price we quote is the price you pay
Nothing gets added at the end. Everything that is not included is listed on this page.
One person looks after you from start to finish
The same person handles your booking, your visa, and any problems while you are away.
We answer the phone while you are there
Our office is open daily, 9 am to 9 pm. There is someone to call when you are in Makkah or Madinah. WhatsApp is available 24/7 on 07935 920310.
A real office you can walk into
13 Station Road, London SE25 5AH, United Kingdom.
Book with £50 and pay monthly
A £50 deposit per person holds your place. No interest, no admin fee, no charge for paying it off early. The deposit is non-refundable because we book your flight seat and hotel room straight away.
Reviews you can read for yourself
Our reviews are on Trustpilot and Google. Read them before you decide.
Which Hotels Do Our Umrah Packages Use?
Ahad Travel uses 12 hotels in Makkah and 9 hotels in Madinah across 3, 4, and 5-star tiers. We confirm your exact hotel in writing before you pay, with the walking distance and the gate we measured to.
Our Makkah hotels
3-Star. Emaar Grand Hotel, 1 km from Masjid al-Haram (twelve to fifteen minutes). Emaar Andalusia Hotel, 850 metres (ten to twelve minutes). Emaar Al Manar, 1 km (twelve to fifteen minutes). Al Ebaa Hotel, 1.4 km (fifteen to eighteen minutes).
4-Star. Voco Makkah Hotel, 3.7 km with free shuttle service to the Haram. M Hotel Al Dana by Millennium, 5.3 km with shuttle service. Elaf Kinda Hotel, 700 metres (eight to ten minutes), with direct Haram view. Ramada Dar Al Fayzeen Hotel, 700 metres (eight to ten minutes).
5-Star. Swissotel Makkah, 250 metres from Masjid al-Haram (three to five minutes), with direct Haram access. Anjum Makkah, 400 metres (five to seven minutes), with direct view of the Haram. Tilal Jabal Al Kabah, 500 metres (six to eight minutes). Makarem Ajyad Makkah, 600 metres (seven to nine minutes), with shuttle service.
Our Madinah hotels
3-Star. Al Aqiq Al Rawda Hotel, 450 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi (five to seven minutes). Emaar Al Mektan Hotel, 550 metres (seven to nine minutes). Odst Al Madina Hotel, 500 metres (six to eight minutes). Emaar Royal Hotel, 700 metres (eight to ten minutes).
4-Star. Elaf Taiba Hotel, 250 metres (three to five minutes). Dallah Taibah Hotel, 300 metres (four to five minutes). Millennium Al Aqeeq Hotel, 400 metres (five to seven minutes). Grand Millenium Al Haram Hotel, 1.2 km (fifteen to eighteen minutes).
5-Star. Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah Hotel, 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi (two to three minutes), with direct Haram view and executive lounge.
When Is the Best Time to Go for Umrah from the UK?
September to November is the best time for most UK pilgrims. Prices are at their lowest, the weather in Makkah is mild, and the Haram is less crowded than during Ramadan or December.
- September to November. Lowest Umrah prices, mild weather, smaller crowds.
- December. Popular with UK families because of school holidays. Book early — seats fill quickly.
- January to February. Quiet weeks before Ramadan. January is one of the quietest months.
- Ramadan. The greatest spiritual reward and the highest prices. Ramadan 1448 is expected to start in late February or early March 2027. The last ten nights sell out months ahead.
- May to August. Quieter and cheaper, but temperatures in Makkah often exceed 40°C (104°F) during the day.
Which UK Airports Do You Fly From?
We fly from London Heathrow, Manchester, and Birmingham on our current packages. Flight routes are operated by Saudia, Turkish Airlines, Emirates, and Qatar Airways, depending on the package and departure date.
A direct flight from London Heathrow to Jeddah takes about 6 hours, covering roughly 4,800 km (2,980 miles). A flight with one stop in Dubai, Doha, or Istanbul takes 9 to 12 hours and costs less. Most pilgrims fly into Jeddah because of its proximity to Makkah — roughly 80 km (50 miles) by road.
How Do You Choose a Good Umrah Package?
Ask the agency these 8 questions before you book. The answers will tell you more than any “best Umrah packages” list.
- Is it ATOL protected? Ask for the number and check it at caa.co.uk. Ours is 74904.
- Does the price include flights? This is where most people get caught out.
- Will they confirm the hotel before you pay? In writing, with the distance.
- How far is the hotel from the Haram in walking minutes?
- Are transfers included? Both airport transfers and transport between Makkah and Madinah.
- Who handles the visa, and how? It should be through Nusuk, and the agent should do it for you.
- Can you reach someone in the UK while you are away?
- Can you check their reviews? Look for a live Trustpilot or Google page.
What Has Changed for Umrah in 2027?
3 things have changed for UK pilgrims performing Umrah in 2027:
- Everything goes through Nusuk. Saudi Arabia's official platform handles Umrah permits and visa applications. You book your Rawdah prayer in Madinah through the Nusuk app. We set this up before you fly. Permits are free — never pay anyone for one.
- UK passport holders have more visa options. Most of our pilgrims travel on the Saudi tourist e-visa. It lasts one year, allows multiple entries, and lets you perform Umrah outside the Hajj season. The standard Umrah visa is still available.
- Hotel prices near the Haram have risen. New towers are opening and older, cheaper hotels near Masjid al-Haram are being demolished. Booking early matters more than it used to.
Flight Destinations in Saudi Arabia for Umrah
Umrah pilgrims from the UK land at 2 main airports in Saudi Arabia: King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) in Jeddah and Prince Mohammed Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED) in Madinah.
Jeddah is the most common arrival point because of its proximity to Makkah — roughly 80 km (50 miles), about 1 hour by road. Madinah airport is the second option, and some packages start in Madinah before moving to Makkah. Passengers on a Saudi tourist or business visa can also fly into Riyadh (RUH), Dammam (DMM), Yanbu, or Taif.
Affordable Luxury Umrah Packages at 3, 4, and 5-Star Hotels
Ahad Travel offers affordable Umrah packages across 3 hotel tiers. 3-star packages start at £733, 4-star at £857, and 5-star at £1,190 — all per person with flights, visa, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, and transfers included.
Our 5-star hotels in Makkah include the Swissotel Makkah at 250 metres from Masjid al-Haram, the Anjum Makkah at 400 metres, and the Tilal Jabal Al Kabah at 500 metres. In Madinah, the Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah sits 150 metres from Masjid an-Nabawi with a direct Haram view and an executive lounge.
Affordable does not mean basic. Every hotel on our list has free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, a 24-hour front desk, and room service. The 4 and 5-star hotels add breakfast, executive lounges, and facilities for disabled guests.
Cheap Umrah Packages: A Cost-Effective Way to Perform Your Pilgrimage
Our cheap Umrah packages start at £733 per person for 14 nights with 3-star hotels, flights, visa, and transfers. These are genuine all-inclusive prices — not starting figures that grow once you add flights or visa.
3 ways to get the cheapest Umrah package from the UK:
- Travel in September, October, or November. Prices are at their lowest and the Haram is less crowded.
- Book 4 to 6 months ahead. Early bookings get the best flight prices and hotel availability.
- Choose a 3-star package. The hotels are clean and well-run, and the savings go towards a longer stay or extra ziyarat.
Benefits of Choosing Ahad Travel's Affordable Umrah Packages
Booking your Umrah with Ahad Travel gives you 6 clear benefits:
- ATOL 74904 protection on every booking with flights — check it at caa.co.uk.
- Named hotels with confirmed distances — you see exactly where you are staying and how far you walk before you pay.
- One quoted price covering flights, visa, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, and transfers.
- £50 deposit with monthly payments — no interest, no admin fees, no charge for early repayment.
- A dedicated contact from booking through to your return from Saudi Arabia.
- Real reviews on Trustpilot and Google — read them before you decide.
Choosing the Right Affordable Umrah Package
Choose your Umrah package based on 3 priorities: budget, comfort, and proximity to the Haram.
- Budget first. Book a 3-star package. You stay longer for less. Hotels in Makkah are a 10 to 18 minute walk from Masjid al-Haram. Prices start at £733 per person.
- Comfort first. Book a 4-star package. Breakfast is included, rooms are larger, and the Madinah hotels sit closer to Masjid an-Nabawi. Prices start at £857 per person.
- Proximity first. Book a 5-star package. The Swissotel Makkah is 250 metres from the Haram. The Sofitel Shahd Al Madinah is 150 metres from the Prophet's Mosque. Prices start at £1,190 per person.
Tell us your priority when you enquire, and we will match you with the right Umrah package.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an Umrah package cost from the UK?
An all-inclusive Umrah package from the UK costs between £733 and £1,342 per person with Ahad Travel, flights included. The price covers return flights, Saudi visa, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, and all transfers. The cost depends on 3 factors: the hotel star rating, the number of nights, and when you travel.
What is included in an all-inclusive Umrah package?
An all-inclusive Umrah package includes return flights from a UK airport, Saudi visa, a named hotel in Makkah, a named hotel in Madinah, and airport transfers. Ground transport between the two cities and ziyarat tours are included on selected packages. Meals, travel insurance, and the meningitis ACWY jab are not included.
What is the cheapest Umrah package from the UK?
The cheapest Umrah package from the UK at Ahad Travel is the 3 Star 14 Nights package at £733 per person, with flights, visa, hotels, and transfers included. Travel between September and November and book 4 to 6 months ahead for the lowest price.
What is the difference between a full package and land only?
A full Umrah package includes return flights from the UK. A land-only package covers your visa, hotels in both cities, and transfers, but you book the flights yourself. Full packages with Ahad Travel range from £733 to £1,342 per person.
Can I pay for Umrah in instalments?
Yes. A £50 deposit per person holds your place, and you pay the rest monthly. There is no interest, no admin fee, and no charge for paying it off early.
How many nights do I need for Umrah?
Most UK pilgrims book 7 to 14 nights. Umrah itself takes 4 to 6 hours to perform. 7 nights gives you Umrah plus the main ziyarat places in both cities. 10 to 14 nights lets you perform Umrah more than once.
How far ahead should I book an Umrah package?
Book 4 to 6 months ahead for a standard trip. For Ramadan, book 8 to 12 months ahead, especially for the last ten nights. December fills up quickly because of UK school holidays.
Can I choose my own hotel?
Yes. Tell us the hotel when you enquire and we will price it. Every hotel we use is listed on this page with its walking distance to the Haram. We confirm your hotel in writing before taking any money.
What does ATOL protection mean for an Umrah package?
ATOL (Air Travel Organiser's Licence) is a UK government scheme run by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). ATOL refunds your money or brings you home if a travel company goes bust while you are abroad. Every Umrah package we sell with flights is covered under ATOL 74904.
Do I need to vaccinate myself before performing Umrah?
Yes. Saudi Arabia requires the meningitis ACWY vaccination for all Umrah pilgrims. UK pharmacies charge £40 to £70 for the jab. You must carry the vaccination certificate when you enter Saudi Arabia.
Would my Umrah Package include transportation from the airport to my hotel?
Yes. Every Ahad Travel Umrah package includes airport transfers on arrival and departure. Ground transport between Makkah and Madinah is included on selected packages — check the package page for yours.
Do you offer Umrah Packages with Ziarat?
Yes. Guided ziyarat in Makkah and Madinah is included on 6 of our 12 Umrah packages. Ziyarat tours cover the major historical and religious sites in both cities. Check the package page to confirm ziyarat is included in yours.
Is it possible to visit other places in Saudi Arabia with Umrah Package?
Yes, you can visit other places in Saudi Arabia with an Umrah package, provided you hold the right visa. The Saudi tourist e-visa lasts one year, allows multiple entries, and lets you travel freely within the country. The standard Umrah visa restricts travel to Makkah and Madinah.
Are there any age restrictions for your Umrah Packages?
No. Pilgrims of all ages are welcome. Children under 2 fly free with most airlines. Children aged 2 to 11 get a reduced fare. We arrange Umrah packages for elderly pilgrims and wheelchair users.
How much luggage is allowed on flights for Umrah?
Standard baggage allowances depend on your airline. Most airlines flying from the UK to Saudi Arabia allow 23 kg (50.7 lbs) of checked luggage and 7 kg (15.4 lbs) of hand luggage per passenger. Saudia allows 2 checked bags of 23 kg each on most routes.
What is the best way to stay updated on the latest Umrah travel guidelines?
Check the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah website and the Nusuk app for the latest Umrah travel guidelines. The UK government's travel advice page for Saudi Arabia covers visa requirements, health warnings, and entry rules.
Is Saudi Arabia visa-free for the citizens of the UK?
No, but UK passport holders can get a Saudi visa quickly. The Saudi tourist e-visa is available online, costs about SAR 300 (roughly £60), lasts one year, and allows multiple entries. We handle the visa application for every Ahad Travel Umrah package.
What is the time duration to travel from the UK to Saudi Arabia by air?
A direct flight from London to Jeddah takes about 6 hours, covering roughly 4,800 km (2,980 miles). A flight with one stop in Dubai, Doha, or Istanbul takes 9 to 12 hours.
Which airlines offer non-stop direct flights from the UK to Saudi Arabia?
Saudia and British Airways offer non-stop direct flights from London Heathrow to Jeddah. Saudia also flies direct from Heathrow to Madinah. Connecting flights through Dubai (Emirates), Doha (Qatar Airways), and Istanbul (Turkish Airlines) are available from most UK airports and are often cheaper.