Umrah Cost Guides by Departure Country
Airfares, visa eligibility, common routes, and local currency budget models tailored to your origin.
Pakistan
Native Currency: PKR (₨)Direct flights via PIA, Saudia, Airblue, Serene Air, Fly Jinnah or connecting via UAE/Qatar/Oman. High demand in Rabi-ul-Awwal, Shaban & Ramadan.
United Kingdom
Native Currency: GBP (£)British citizens are eligible for instant 1-year multiple entry eVisa or Tourist Visa on Arrival. Direct routes via Saudia, British Airways, or Gulf carriers.
United States
Native Currency: USD ($)US passport holders can apply for Saudi 1-year multi-entry tourist eVisa with medical insurance included. Flight is the major cost component.
India
Native Currency: INR (₹)Extensive direct airline connections via Air India Express, IndiGo, Saudia, Flynas, SpiceJet. Umrah visa or tourist visa for valid US/UK/Schengen visa holders.
Canada
Native Currency: CAD (CA$)Canadian passport holders qualify for online eVisa. Winter break and Ramadan are high-demand windows.
Bangladesh
Native Currency: BDT (৳)Biman Bangladesh, Saudia, US-Bangla, and Gulf carriers connect Dhaka with Jeddah/Madinah.
United Arab Emirates
Native Currency: AED (AED)GCC residents enjoy streamlined online visa entry. Weekend or 5-night short Umrah trips are very common via Flynas, Flyadeal, Wizz Air, Air Arabia, Emirates, Saudia.
Malaysia
Native Currency: MYR (RM)Malaysian passport holders are eligible for eVisa or visa on arrival. High standard of independent and customized DIY Umrah planning.
Indonesia
Native Currency: IDR (Rp)World largest pilgrim origin; mix of organized travel groups and growing Nusuk independent bookings.
Australia
Native Currency: AUD (A$)Australian citizens eligible for 1-year eVisa. Multi-leg long haul requires good flight budgeting.
Saudi Arabia (Local / Expats)
Native Currency: SAR (SAR)Citizens & Iqama holders require free Nusuk app Umrah permits. Zero visa costs, short weekend and holiday travel.
Turkey
Native Currency: USD ($)Direct 3.5-hour flights. Turkish citizens and Schengen visa holders benefit from instant e-visa clearance.
Egypt
Native Currency: EGP (EGP)Short 2-hour flight or Safaga-Yanbu/Duba sea ferry. Very high volume year-round.
Nigeria
Native Currency: USD ($)Major African pilgrimage origin with chartered and scheduled flights to King Abdulaziz Airport.
South Africa
Native Currency: USD ($)South African passport holders eligible for 1-year tourist eVisa; popular during school holidays.
Qatar
Native Currency: AED (AED)Qatari citizens travel visa-free with National ID; GCC expat residents receive quick GCC online eVisa.
Kuwait
Native Currency: AED (AED)Kuwaiti citizens visa-free; GCC residents get online eVisa (~SAR 140) with instant approvals.
Oman
Native Currency: AED (AED)Omani citizens visa-free; direct Empty Quarter (Rub al Khali) direct road cuts drive time to Makkah.
Sri Lanka
Native Currency: USD ($)Direct and one-stop Gulf flights available. Agency or Nusuk package options widely utilized.
Singapore
Native Currency: USD ($)Singaporean citizens eligible for 1-year multi-entry tourist eVisa. Direct flights via Saudia and Scoot.
Germany
Native Currency: EUR (€)German & EU passport holders receive instant 1-year tourist eVisa. Direct and low-cost transit routes.
France
Native Currency: EUR (€)French citizens enjoy instant 1-year eVisa. Strong low-cost and direct route options from Paris and Lyon.