The journey of a lifetime has begun!

Saudi Arabia’s Minister of Transport , Saleh Al-Jasser, welcomed the very first group of Hajj pilgrims to arrive in Jeddah, marking the official start of Hajj 2025

The flight, carrying 396 pilgrims from Dhaka, Bangladesh, was the first of many, with more to come from across the globe, as they make their way to the Holy Sites.

With Saudi Arabia gearing up to serve thousands of pilgrims, six key airports have been designated to handle the influx:

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• King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah

• Prince Mohammed bin Abdulaziz Airport in Madinah

• Prince Abdulmohsen bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Yanbu

• Taif International Airport

• King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh

• King Fahd International Airport in Dammam

Minister Al-Jasser emphasized that these airports are fully equipped with comprehensive systems, designed to make the pilgrim journey as smooth as possible, ensuring seamless transitions from arrival to departure.

The Makkah Grand Mosque also saw a nearly empty Mataf, after Umrah visas were put on a temporary halt

والله إن الشوقَ فاقَ تحمُلي
يا شوقُ رفقًا بالفؤادِ ألا تعي! 🕋💔 pic.twitter.com/0eSHy244gQ

— مكّة المُكرّمة 🕋✨ (@Makkah_wr) April 29, 2025

As flights continue to arrive in the lead-up to Dhul Hijjah, Saudi Arabia’s commitment to making this year’s Hajj experience unforgettable shines through. The Kingdom continues to solidify its role as a global leader in serving pilgrims from all corners of the world, ensuring a safe, smooth, and spiritually fulfilling journey to the Two Holy Mosques.