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Booking Umrah from the UK can mean juggling a lot at once. There are flights to choose, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, visa arrangements, transfers, room sharing and payment.
Doing each part yourself takes time. It also means checking that everything fits together: your flight dates, your hotel nights and your visa.
The simpler approach is to start with one enquiry and work through the main parts of the trip with TravelApp, a UK travel agency.
You do not need to have every part of the trip decided before you enquire. Share your dates, group size and preferences, and the TravelApp team can help you work through the options.
If you already have your dates in mind, tell the team what you need and start exploring the available package options.
Booking Umrah is not like booking a simple holiday. Several decisions affect each other:
when to travel
which UK airport to fly from
which hotels to choose
how many nights to spend in Makkah and how many in Madinah
what the package includes
visa requirements
room occupancy
transfers
how and when to pay
Change one thing, such as your dates, and the flights, hotels and price can all change too.
This is where using a travel agency can make things easier. TravelApp brings the key parts of the booking together, and you have a UK travel team to speak to about your requirements.
Choosing your dates is the first step. Your dates affect flight availability, hotel options and package prices.
To get started, share:
your preferred travel dates, or the month you have in mind
roughly how long you want to stay
how many people are travelling
which UK airport you would like to fly from
If you are still deciding, it helps to read up on choosing when to perform Umrah, as weather, Ramadan and school holidays all affect your options.
Once the team knows your dates, they can help you explore the options available for your trip.
Umrah packages are not all the same. They can differ by:
length of stay
hotel category
nights in Makkah
nights in Madinah
room occupancy
meals
flights
transfers
other inclusions
You do not need to work out every combination yourself. Tell the team what matters most to you, such as a shorter trip, a higher hotel category, a family room or a particular departure airport. You can then compare package options that fit those priorities.
Some travellers also choose to add another destination to their trip. Depending on availability, TravelApp offers Umrah and holiday packages, including options such as Dubai and Turkey.
Your hotels shape your daily routine during Umrah, so check the details before you book.
For each hotel, look at:
the hotel name
its location
the number of nights
the room type
how many people share the room
the meal plan
whether the hotel is included in the advertised package
Distance and transport matter more than many first-time pilgrims expect. If you want to understand the trade-offs, there is more guidance on choosing the right Makkah hotel. The same checks apply to your Madinah hotel.
Ask the team to explain the hotel options that come with your package, so you know where you are staying before you pay.
UK travellers can compare flights from airports including London, Manchester and Birmingham, depending on the route and dates.
When looking at flights, consider:
your departure airport
direct or connecting flights
flight times
baggage allowance
your arrival airport in Saudi Arabia
Arranging flights alongside the rest of your Umrah package makes the booking easier, because your flight dates and hotel nights need to work together.
If you want to compare your options before you enquire, start by comparing flights from the UK. Flight arrangements can then be looked at as part of your wider trip, where applicable.
Saudi visa and entry rules can change. What you need depends on your nationality, your passport and the rules at the time you travel.
Before booking, check the current Umrah visa requirements for UK travellers. If you travel on a non-British passport, check the rules for your own nationality.
TravelApp UK can provide visa support where applicable. The team can explain which arrangements form part of your package and what you will need to provide.
Two packages with a similar headline price can include very different things. Before choosing, compare what each one actually covers.
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What you're booking |
What to check |
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Flights |
Airline, airport, dates and baggage |
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Makkah hotel |
Hotel name, room type and nights |
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Madinah hotel |
Hotel name, room type and nights |
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Visa |
What is included or arranged |
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Transfers |
Whether they are included |
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Meals |
Room only, breakfast or another meal plan |
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Room occupancy |
Double, triple or quad |
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Payment |
Deposit and balance terms |
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Support |
Who you can contact if you need help |
Before you confirm, ask Travelapp team to go through the package with you. That way you know exactly what is included and what may need to be arranged separately.
Once you are happy with the package, the next step is payment.
Depending on the package, the booking value and the applicable terms, flexible payment options may be available. These can include a deposit to secure your booking, instalments or Klarna. The team will confirm which options apply before you pay.
The process is simple:
Discuss your requirements with the team.
Review the package options.
Confirm the arrangements you have chosen.
Check the payment terms.
Make the required payment.
Receive your booking confirmation.
Ready to compare Umrah package options for your dates? Speak to the TravelApp team about your requirements and how you would like to pay.
After booking, check your confirmation carefully. Make sure these are correct:
passenger names, spelt exactly as on each passport
travel dates
flight details
hotel details
visa documents
transfer information
payment and balance due dates
If anything looks wrong or you have a question, contact the team about your booking.
Once everything is confirmed, you can turn your attention to preparing what to pack for Umrah.
Instead of contacting different providers for flights, hotels and visas, you can start by explaining your plans to one travel team, who can then help you work through the available options.
Packages are available for different dates, group sizes and preferences. You can compare them with the team without having to coordinate every part yourself.
When flights and hotels are arranged together, it is easier to make sure your dates line up.
Visa support is available where applicable, and the team can explain what your package includes.
Deposits and instalments may be available on eligible bookings, subject to terms. This can make it easier to secure your dates without paying the full amount at once.
ATOL protection applies to eligible flight-inclusive bookings. If your booking is ATOL protected, you should receive an ATOL Certificate showing what is covered. The CAA's ATOL guidance explains how the scheme works.
TravelApp is an IATA-accredited travel agent. This shows TravelApp is accredited to issue airline tickets. It is not a guarantee of service quality, which is one more reason to read customer reviews.
You can contact the TravelApp team by phone, WhatsApp or email with questions about your booking, before you travel and while you are away.
When choosing an Umrah provider, price is only one part of the decision. It is also worth reading customer feedback and understanding exactly what a package includes before booking.
You can read independent reviews of TravelApp on Trustpilot.
The easiest way to start is to tell us what you need. Send the TravelApp team:
your preferred dates
the number of travellers
your departure airport
how long you want to stay
your preferred hotel category
any specific requirements, such as accessibility needs or a family room
From there, you can explore the Umrah package options available for your trip.
Prefer to speak to someone? Call TravelApp on +44 20 3137 0990 or send an enquiry online.
Quick answers to common questions. Reach out if you need more help.
Yes. Share your dates, group size and departure airport, and the TravelApp team will help you explore suitable Umrah package options.
It depends on the package you choose. Packages can include flights, Makkah and Madinah hotels, visa support and transfers. The team will confirm exactly what is included before you book.
You can tell the team your hotel preferences, such as category, location or room type. The available options will depend on your dates and package.
Flexible payment options, such as a deposit or instalments, may be available depending on the package and booking terms. The team will confirm what applies to your booking before you pay.
Some TravelApp packages combine Umrah with another destination, including options such as Dubai or Turkey. Availability depends on the itinerary and travel dates.
