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Umrah Cost From Dubai & UAE: Weekend Trips, Overland Buses & Flight Packages in AED (2026/2027)
Reviewed by Gulf Regional Operations DeskPublished: August 14, 2026 • Updated: August 18, 2026 16 min read
Verified 2026/2027 Data
Quick Answer & Key Summary
An Umrah trip from Dubai or the UAE averages AED 1,400 to AED 2,200 for a 4-to-5-day flight package with 4-star hotels, while luxury front-row Clock Tower stays cost AED 3,500 to AED 6,500. Budget overland coach trips (8–10 days) cost between AED 650 and AED 1,100 per person in quad sharing.
Key Takeaways at a Glance
- •UAE and GCC residents of any profession can obtain the instant Saudi GCC Resident eVisa for ~SAR 350 (AED 342) online.
- •Over 25+ daily direct flights connect Dubai (DXB/DWC), Abu Dhabi (AUH), and Sharjah (SHJ) to Jeddah and Madinah.
- •Low-cost carriers (Flyadeal, Flynas, Wizz Air, Air Arabia) offer return airfare from AED 450 to AED 850 during regular season.
- •Weekend Umrah (Thursday evening departure, Sunday evening return) is the most popular quick spiritual retreat for UAE professionals.
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Published Market BenchmarkOrigin Country & Travel Season
Common route: Karachi / Lahore / Islamabad → Jeddah / Madinah (Direct or Gulf transit)
Moderate weather, steady pilgrim flow, standard baseline pricing.
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2 Person(s) · 14 NightsTravelers & Nights Split
Adults (12+ yr)
2
Children (2–11 yr)
0
Infants (<2 yr)
0
Total Trip Nights14 Nights
3 Nights (Weekend)10 Nights (Standard)14 Nights (2-Week)30 Nights (Extended)
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Hotel Preference & Room Allocation
Distance: 450m – 900m or quick hotel shuttle
Distance: 300m – 700m (Southern / Western Central Area)
(Rec: 1)
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Transportation & Airfare
300 km/h bullet train between Jeddah Airport, Makkah, and Madinah (2 hours 20 mins intercity). Modern, punctual, comfortable.
(~$493)
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Food, Visa & Safety Contingency
Estimated Total Budget2 pax · 14 nts
$4,063
≈ 15,235 SAR (1 SAR ≈ 0.267 USD)
Per Person$2,032
Daily Average$290/day
📊Expense Distribution7 Categories
Budget Split100%USD
Itemized Tariff Summary
✈️ Flights$987
🏨 Hotels (9M / 5M)$1,291
🚆 Local Transport & Transfers$237
🍽️ Food & Meals$635
📑 Visa, Insurance & Admin$283
🛍️ Shopping, SIM & Essentials$261
🛡️ Contingency Reserve (10%)$369
Calculation Transparency
Estimate based on 1 room(s), 2 adult(s), 14 nights during standard. Actual booking rates vary by dates, availability, and foreign transaction fees.
Itemized Umrah Cost from Dubai & UAE (in AED)
5-Day / 4-Night Flight Package Budget (per Person in AED)
Comparison & Budget Breakdown
4 Columns • 7 RowsReturn Flights (DXB / SHJ / AUH → JED)
Row 1Economy (3★ Shuttle)
AED 450 – AED 750 (Flyadeal/Air Arabia)
Comfort (4★ Walkable)
AED 750 – AED 1,150 (Saudia/Emirates)
Luxury (5★ Courtyard)
AED 2,200 – AED 4,500 (Business)
Saudi GCC Resident eVisa
Row 2Economy (3★ Shuttle)
AED 342 (~SAR 350)
Comfort (4★ Walkable)
AED 342
Luxury (5★ Courtyard)
AED 342
Makkah Hotel (2 Nights)
Row 3Economy (3★ Shuttle)
AED 160 – AED 250 (Quad in Azizia)
Comfort (4★ Walkable)
AED 380 – AED 600 (Twin in Ajyad)
Luxury (5★ Courtyard)
AED 1,200 – AED 2,400 (5★ Clock Tower)
Madinah Hotel (2 Nights)
Row 4Economy (3★ Shuttle)
AED 140 – AED 220 (Quad in Central Area)
Comfort (4★ Walkable)
AED 320 – AED 520 (Twin in Markazia)
Luxury (5★ Courtyard)
AED 950 – AED 1,800 (5★ Front Courtyard)
Haramain Train / Private Chauffeur
Row 5Economy (3★ Shuttle)
AED 180 (Train Economy)
Comfort (4★ Walkable)
AED 250 (Train + Taxis)
Luxury (5★ Courtyard)
AED 650 – AED 950 (Private GMC Yukon)
Daily Food & Essentials (5 Days)
Row 6Economy (3★ Shuttle)
AED 180 – AED 260
Comfort (4★ Walkable)
AED 350 – AED 550
Luxury (5★ Courtyard)
AED 850 – AED 1,400 (Hotel Buffets)
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST IN AED
Row 7Economy (3★ Shuttle)
AED 1,452 – AED 2,202
Comfort (4★ Walkable)
AED 2,392 – AED 3,662
Luxury (5★ Courtyard)
AED 6,192 – AED 11,392+
| Expense Pillar | Economy (3★ Shuttle) | Comfort (4★ Walkable) | Luxury (5★ Courtyard) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Flights (DXB / SHJ / AUH → JED) | AED 450 – AED 750 (Flyadeal/Air Arabia) | AED 750 – AED 1,150 (Saudia/Emirates) | AED 2,200 – AED 4,500 (Business) |
| Saudi GCC Resident eVisa | AED 342 (~SAR 350) | AED 342 | AED 342 |
| Makkah Hotel (2 Nights) | AED 160 – AED 250 (Quad in Azizia) | AED 380 – AED 600 (Twin in Ajyad) | AED 1,200 – AED 2,400 (5★ Clock Tower) |
| Madinah Hotel (2 Nights) | AED 140 – AED 220 (Quad in Central Area) | AED 320 – AED 520 (Twin in Markazia) | AED 950 – AED 1,800 (5★ Front Courtyard) |
| Haramain Train / Private Chauffeur | AED 180 (Train Economy) | AED 250 (Train + Taxis) | AED 650 – AED 950 (Private GMC Yukon) |
| Daily Food & Essentials (5 Days) | AED 180 – AED 260 | AED 350 – AED 550 | AED 850 – AED 1,400 (Hotel Buffets) |
| TOTAL ESTIMATED COST IN AED | AED 1,452 – AED 2,202 | AED 2,392 – AED 3,662 | AED 6,192 – AED 11,392+ |
Use our Master Umrah Cost Calculator to model your customized group expenses or test live SAR to AED Multi-Currency Conversions.
Overland Road Trip from UAE to Makkah: Driving vs. Luxury Bus
Driving from the UAE to Makkah offers unbeatable economics for large families and adventurous pilgrims:
1. Driving Your Personal Car (1,600 km / 16–18 Hours)
- •Route: Dubai / Abu Dhabi → Ghuwaifat Border Post → Al Batha (Saudi Entry) → Riyadh Bypass → Taif (Miqat at Qarn al-Manazil) → Makkah.
- •Fuel Costs: Approx. AED 350 – AED 500 round-trip for a standard V6 SUV.
- •Border Fees & Insurance: Saudi vehicle third-party insurance at Al Batha border (~SAR 120 / AED 117 for 10 days) + border exit stamps (~AED 35/person).
- •Miqat Stop: You will pass directly through Wadi Muharram / Qarn al-Manazil Miqat above Taif to make your intention and enter Ihram before descending the Al Hada mountain pass into Makkah. Read our Miqat Boundaries & Ihram Rules Guide.
2. Luxury Overland Coach Packages (8–10 Days: AED 650 – AED 1,100 per person)
- •Regular weekly departures from Deira (Dubai), Rolla (Sharjah), and Abu Dhabi.
- •Includes round-trip VIP bus transit, 4 nights hotel in Makkah, and 3 nights in Madinah (quad sharing), with scheduled stops at Miqat stations.
Instant Saudi GCC Resident eVisa: Rules & Requirements
Under updated Saudi Ministry of Tourism directives, any expatriate holding a valid UAE / GCC residency permit (regardless of profession or job title) can obtain an instant multiple-entry Saudi eVisa:
- •Official Application Portal: visa.visitsaudi.com (select "GCC Resident" option).
- •Cost: SAR 300 + ~SAR 50 mandatory health insurance (approx. AED 342 total).
- •Residency Validity: UAE residency visa must be valid for at least 3 months from the date of application.
- •Passport Validity: Minimum 6 months remaining.
- •Permit in Nusuk: Once your visa is issued, download the official Nusuk app to book your mandatory Umrah time slot and Rawdah permit in Madinah.
Explore our Makkah Accommodation Costs & Distance Guide and Madinah Hotel Guide to choose properties within walking distance of the Haram.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. GCC-registered vehicles can cross the Al Batha / Al Ghuwaifat border crossing with valid Saudi vehicle insurance (purchased at the border for ~SAR 120) and an approved Saudi tourist eVisa or Umrah permit.