Umrah Packages from Newcastle 2027 — From £679 per Person with a £99 Deposit

Umrah packages from Newcastle for 2027 start at £679 per person for 7 nights in 3-star accommodation, rising to £1,329 for 14 nights in 5-star hotels beside the Haram. These are advance booking rates, £20 per person below our standard rate, held for pilgrims confirming ahead of the season. Return flights, Umrah visa, hotels in Makkah and Madinah, all Saudi transfers and 24/7 support are included, and a £99 deposit secures the price.

Newcastle is the best-placed city in the North East for Umrah and one of the best-placed in the country. Newcastle Airport sits around six miles from the city centre — about twenty minutes — and offers connecting services through the Gulf that reach Jeddah with a single change. No pilgrim we deal with anywhere in Britain lives closer to a usable airport.

So rather than spending this page on the airport question, we have used it for something else: a proper account of what actually happens on the journey, from the departure gate at Newcastle to your first Tawaf. First-time pilgrims tell us this is the thing nobody explains, and every website skips straight from booking to arrival as though the twenty hours in between take care of themselves. For a quote, message our team on WhatsApp or call +44 7737 144 335, or start from the Packages Umrah homepage.

Newcastle Umrah 2027 at a Glance

What Actually Happens on the Journey

Every Umrah page tells you what is included and what it costs. Almost none tell you what the day itself is like. Here is the whole thing, from leaving your house in Newcastle to standing in front of the Kaaba.

Before You Leave the House

• Do not apply scented products. No aftershave, no perfumed soap, no scented deodorant on the day you enter Ihram. This catches people out at the last minute — sort unscented toiletries a week ahead.
• Keep your documents together and accessible — passport, visa confirmation, vaccination certificate, hotel vouchers. You will be asked for them several times.
• Pack medication in hand luggage with prescriptions, not in the hold.
• Charge everything and take a plug adapter. Saudi Arabia uses the same three-pin plugs as the UK in many places, but not everywhere.
• Eat properly before you go. You are about to spend most of a day travelling.

Newcastle Airport — Three Hours Before

Long-haul check-in opens around three hours before departure and you should use all of it. Newcastle is a small, calm airport by international standards and the process is quicker than Manchester or Heathrow, which is one of the quiet advantages of departing from here.

When Do You Change Into Ihram?

This is the question first-time pilgrims most often get wrong. You must be in the state of Ihram before crossing the Miqat boundary, which happens in the air.

There are two practical approaches, and both are normal:

If you are flying direct to Jeddah, enter Ihram before boarding at your UK departure airport. If you are connecting through a Gulf hub, most people change during the layover, which is more comfortable and gives you a proper opportunity to make the intention without hurry.

The crew on flights into Jeddah usually announce when the aircraft is approaching the Miqat. Do not rely on that announcement as your only prompt — know your plan before you board. And if you are unsure which Miqat applies to your routing, ask your imam before you travel rather than working it out at 35,000 feet.

The Flight and the Layover

From Newcastle you will typically fly to a Gulf hub, change aircraft, and continue to Jeddah. Total time in the air is usually seven to nine hours split across two legs, with a layover of anywhere between ninety minutes and six hours depending on the routing.

Making the Layover Work

• Short layovers (90 minutes to 2 hours) are efficient but leave no margin. If your first leg is delayed you may miss the connection — which is exactly the situation our support line exists for.
• Medium layovers (3 to 5 hours) are the sweet spot. Enough time to pray, eat, change into Ihram and not worry.
• Long layovers (6 hours or more) are tiring but usually cheaper. Bring something to do and find the prayer area early.
• Gulf hubs have excellent prayer facilities, including areas for changing into Ihram. Ask any member of staff and they will direct you.

Arriving at Jeddah

Jeddah handles enormous numbers of pilgrims and the process is well established, but it can be slow at peak times. Expect anywhere from forty-five minutes to two and a half hours between landing and walking out with your bags.

1. Disembark and follow the pilgrim signage. It is multilingual and staff are used to directing people.
2. Immigration and biometrics. Fingerprints and a photograph are taken. Have your passport and visa confirmation ready.
3. Baggage reclaim. Then customs, which is usually straightforward.
4. Meeting your transfer. Our ground representative meets you in the arrivals area. You will have their contact details in your pre-departure pack — save the number to your phone before you fly, not after you land.

If Something Goes Wrong at This Point

Delayed flight, missed connection, luggage not arrived, cannot find the transfer — call our support line. That is what it is for and it is staffed in Saudi hours as well as UK ones. Do not stand in an unfamiliar airport at two in the morning trying to solve it alone.

Jeddah to Makkah

Roughly 85 kilometres, and typically an hour and a quarter to an hour and a half by road depending on traffic and the time of day. You will pass the Haram boundary markers on the way in. Many pilgrims find this the point at which it becomes real.

Hotel Check-In and Your First Tawaf

Check in, leave your bags, and — if you are able — go. Most pilgrims perform their first Tawaf within a few hours of arriving, often late at night, and there is a reason for that beyond eagerness: the Haram is calmer between midnight and Fajr, and you are already in Ihram.

Be realistic about your state. If you have been travelling for eighteen hours, eat something and drink properly first. Umrah takes two to four hours and involves four to five kilometres of walking. Doing it exhausted and dehydrated is how people end up unwell on day two.

A Realistic Timeline from Newcastle

Around twenty hours door to hotel lobby via Newcastle, against roughly fourteen via a direct flight from Manchester. That difference is the trade-off for the twenty-minute airport run, and for most pilgrims it is worth it.

Makkah Beyond the Haram — The Ziyarat Sites

Most pilgrims spend their time in Makkah entirely within the Haram, which is entirely reasonable. But the city holds a great deal of history within a short drive, and most packages include a Ziyarat tour. Here is what you will actually see.

Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira

The mountain north-east of Makkah where the first revelation was received. The climb to the cave is genuinely strenuous — it takes most people between forty-five minutes and an hour and a half, on uneven rock, and it is not something to attempt in the middle of the day or without water. Many pilgrims view it from the base instead, and there is nothing wrong with that.

Jabal Thawr

South of Makkah, the mountain containing the cave where the Prophet (peace be upon him) and Abu Bakr (may Allah be pleased with him) sheltered during the migration to Madinah. The climb is longer and harder than Hira and comparatively few pilgrims attempt it. Most tours stop to view it.

Mina, Muzdalifah and Arafat

The plains east of Makkah where the rites of Hajj take place. Outside the Hajj season they are quiet and largely empty, which many pilgrims find striking given what they look like in photographs. Most Ziyarat tours drive through all three and stop at Jabal al-Rahmah on the plain of Arafat.

Masjid Aisha at Tan’eem

The Miqat closest to Makkah, and the point from which pilgrims re-enter Ihram to perform a second Umrah — commonly on behalf of a deceased relative. Around fifteen to twenty minutes from the central area depending on traffic. If you intend to perform Umrah more than once, this is where you will start each subsequent one.

The Other Stops

• Jannat al-Mualla — the historic cemetery of Makkah, where Khadijah (may Allah be pleased with her) and many of the Prophet’s family are buried.
• The Makkah Museum — housed in the old Al-Zahir Palace, covering the history of the city and the Haram.
• The Kiswah factory — where the covering of the Kaaba is made. Visits depend on current arrangements.
• The Clock Tower viewing deck — modern rather than historic, but the view over the Haram is remarkable and many families make an evening of it.

How to Fit Ziyarat Into Your Trip

A full Makkah Ziyarat tour takes half a day. On a 7-night package with four nights in Makkah, that is a meaningful proportion of your time — which is one more argument for 10 nights. On a 10 or 12-night package it fits comfortably without displacing anything.

For the Madinah sites — the Rawdah, Masjid Quba, Uhud and Jannat al-Baqi — see our Sunderland page, which covers Madinah in the same detail.

Tyneside and One of Britain’s Oldest Muslim Communities

Since At Least 1890

Newcastle City Council maintains the historic environment record for Tyne and Wear, and its own entry on the Al Azhar Mosque states it plainly: the Yemeni Arab community in South Shields dates back to at least 1890, and is one of the oldest existing integrated Muslim communities in Britain.

It began with the sea. Towards the end of the nineteenth century British merchant vessels needed crews, and Yemeni seamen — many working as firemen in the engine rooms — began settling on the Tyne. In 1909 the first Arab Seamen’s Boarding House opened at Holborn in South Shields. Similar communities took root in Hull, Liverpool and Cardiff, but the Tyneside one is among the oldest continuously established anywhere in the country.

Muhammad Ali at Al Azhar, 1977

The Al Azhar Mosque was built at Laygate in 1971 to serve that established community. In 1977 Muhammad Ali visited to worship and to have his marriage blessed by the local imam — an event now marked by a plaque placed in 2008 and recorded in a documentary about the visit. The mosque remains a landmark of South Shields and the story is still told across Tyneside.

It is a piece of history most of the country does not know, and it means the North East’s Muslim heritage runs considerably deeper than its present numbers suggest.

South Shields itself sits in South Tyneside and falls within the catchment of our Sunderland page. We tell the story here because Newcastle is the region’s principal city and the heritage belongs to Tyneside as a whole.

Newcastle Today

The 2021 Census records around 9 per cent of Newcastle residents identifying as Muslim — the second-largest share in the North East after Middlesbrough, and by some margin the largest Muslim population in absolute numbers in the region. In 2001 the figure was 9,430 people, or 3.6 per cent. The share has more than doubled in twenty years.

Newcastle is also the most ethnically diverse local authority in the North East, with around 11.4 per cent of residents identifying as Asian or Asian British — the highest proportion in the region — and it has the region’s largest Bangladeshi community. Its population grew 7.1 per cent between the last two censuses, the largest increase anywhere in the North East.

Two large universities add tens of thousands of students to that, many of them Muslim and many international. The result is a city with an old, settled community and a large transient one sitting alongside each other — which is why our Newcastle enquiries range from multigenerational family bookings to individual students organising their first trip.

Areas We Serve

Elswick, Arthur’s Hill, Fenham, Wingrove, Benwell, Scotswood, Westgate, Heaton, Byker, Walker, Jesmond, Gosforth, Kenton, Blakelaw and the city centre, together with Gateshead, Wallsend, North Shields, Whitley Bay, Longbenton, Killingworth, Cramlington, Blyth, Hexham and Morpeth.

Newcastle Airport — Six Miles Away

Newcastle Airport is around six miles from the city centre, roughly twenty minutes by car and thirty minutes on the Metro. It is the shortest journey to a usable airport of any city in this series, and it makes an early departure genuinely painless.

Newcastle or Manchester?

Newcastle offers connecting services through Gulf hubs; Manchester, around 150 miles and two and a half hours away, flies direct to Jeddah. For most Newcastle pilgrims the local airport wins comfortably — twenty minutes against two and a half hours is not a close contest.

We would only suggest Manchester if you are travelling with children under ten or adults over sixty-five, where avoiding the connection is worth the long drive. Ask us to price both and you will see the real difference rather than guessing.

Route availability from Newcastle varies by season and carrier scheduling, so we check what is actually operating on your specific dates before quoting.

2027 Umrah Package Prices from Newcastle

All prices per person, quad sharing, including flights, visa, hotels in both cities, transfers and Ziyarat.

3-Star Umrah Packages from Newcastle 2027

Three-star is where most bookings start. Hotels are between roughly 800 metres and 1.5 kilometres from Masjid al-Haram with a free shuttle running day and night. Rooms are quad or triple, allocated single-sex. Breakfast is included at some properties and not others, and your quote states which.

7 Nights 3-Star Umrah Package — £679 per person

What You Get

Four nights in Makkah and three in Madinah, with return flights, visa, all Saudi transfers and the intercity leg.

The Ziyarat Consideration

Four nights in Makkah with a half-day Ziyarat tour leaves you roughly three and a half days at the Haram. That works, but it is worth knowing before you book rather than discovering it when you are choosing between the tour and another day in the mosque.

10 Nights 3-Star Umrah Package — £729 per person

What We Recommend

Five nights in each city. Fifty pounds more than seven nights for three extra nights, because your flight cost does not change. Cost per night falls from £97 to £73.

Why It Fits the Newcastle Journey

You are looking at roughly twenty hours door to hotel each way via a connecting flight. Ten nights absorbs that comfortably, and it leaves room for the full Ziyarat programme in both cities without displacing time at the Haram.

12 Nights 3-Star Umrah Package — £779 per person

Room for Everything

Six nights in each city at £65 per night. Enough for the Ziyarat sites, a second Umrah from Masjid Aisha if you wish, and genuine rest. Twelve nights at 3-star costs less than seven nights at 5-star.

14 Nights 3-Star Umrah Package — £829 per person

Best Value Per Night We Offer

Seven nights in each city at £59 per night all-in. Given the length of the journey from the North East, fourteen nights is the package that extracts the most from a single set of flights.

The Four Durations Compared

See our 3-star Umrah packages page and the dedicated 7-night 3-star package.

4-Star and 5-Star Packages for 2027

4-Star from £730 per person

Four-star means walking to the Haram in six to twelve minutes rather than waiting for a shuttle. On a 7-night package the step up is £51 — the smallest gap in our range, and the one we most often suggest people take.

See our 4-star Umrah packages page.

5-Star from £879 per person

At 5-star you are 100 to 350 metres from the Haram. After a twenty-hour journey, being able to walk into the mosque within five minutes of checking in is worth more than it sounds on paper.

See 5-star Umrah packages and luxury Umrah packages.

Booking with a £99 Deposit

How It Works

1. Tell us your dates and who is travelling.
2. Written quote — full cost, hotel names in both cities, distance from the Haram, routing, layover length and departure time.
3. £99 per traveller. Your price is locked from that point.
4. Instalments weekly or monthly, paid directly to us, no interest and no credit agreement.
5. Documents for visa close to departure, timed to the entry validity window.

Worked Example — Family of Four, 10 Nights 3-Star

Full terms are in our terms and conditions. Found a comparable package cheaper? Send us the written quote and we will beat it by £20 per person through our Beat My Quote page.

The 2027 Umrah Calendar

All Islamic dates are expected dates based on astronomical calculation and confirmed by moon sighting closer to the time. Newcastle mosques will announce locally.

The Year at a Glance

Ramadan 2027

Ramadan 1448 AH is expected to begin on Monday 8 February 2027, ending around 9 March, with Eid al-Fitr around 9 to 10 March. The last ten nights begin around 27 February, with Laylat al-Qadr most likely on one of the odd nights and the 27th night falling around 5 to 6 March. Because Ramadan begins on 8 February, its opening ten days coincide with the UK February half term — the strongest family opportunity of the year. See our Ramadan Umrah packages and February 2027.

The 2027 Closure

Umrah is not possible from roughly early April to early June 2027. Saudi Arabia suspends Umrah visas ahead of Hajj and requires Umrah pilgrims to leave the Kingdom before the season begins. Hajj 2027 falls on 14 to 18 May, with the Day of Arafah on Saturday 15 May and Eid al-Adha on Sunday 16 May.

These dates follow the pattern of recent seasons and have not been confirmed for 2027 by the Saudi authorities. Easter 2027 falls in late March at the edge of the closing window, and May half term falls inside the closure entirely.

Autumn Is the Best Window of the Year

Late September to November brings moderate crowds, temperatures that have eased and prices at their comfortable low. For a first Umrah from Newcastle, autumn 2027 with a 10 or 12-night 3-star package is the strongest combination available. See September, October and November 2027, or browse January, March, June, July, August and December 2027.

What Every 2027 Package Includes

Not Included

• Travel insurance — recommended for everyone, essential if travelling alone
• MenACWY vaccination — mandatory for entry, usually free at your Newcastle GP surgery
• Meals beyond breakfast where breakfast is included
• Personal Ihram clothing and unscented toiletries
• Optional extras such as the Jabal al-Nour climb or Clock Tower viewing deck
• Hotel upgrades and Haram-view supplements
• Transport to Newcastle Airport, unless added to your booking

Frequently Asked Questions — Umrah from Newcastle 2027

The Journey Itself

How long does the journey from Newcastle to Makkah take?

Around twenty hours door to hotel lobby via a connecting flight from Newcastle, against roughly fourteen via a direct flight from Manchester.

When do I change into Ihram?

Before crossing the Miqat, which happens in the air. In practice, either enter Ihram at Newcastle before boarding, or during your layover at the Gulf hub — the layover is more comfortable and less rushed.

Can I change into Ihram on the plane?

People do, but we would not recommend it. Aircraft toilets are cramped and you will be doing it under time pressure. Change at the airport instead.

Will the crew tell me when we reach the Miqat?

Usually, on flights into Jeddah. But do not rely on the announcement as your only prompt — know your plan before you board.

Which Miqat applies to my flight?

It depends on your routing. If you are unsure, ask your imam before you travel rather than working it out at 35,000 feet.

What should I not do before entering Ihram?

Do not apply scented products — no aftershave, perfumed soap or scented deodorant. Sort unscented toiletries a week before you fly rather than the night before.

How long is the layover?

Typically ninety minutes to six hours depending on the routing. Three to five hours is the sweet spot — enough to pray, eat and change into Ihram without worrying.

What if I miss my connection?

Call our support line. As an ATOL-protected operator we are responsible for getting you to your destination and we deal with the airline directly.

Are there prayer facilities at the Gulf hubs?

Yes, and they are excellent, including areas for changing into Ihram. Ask any member of staff and they will direct you.

How long does it take to get through Jeddah airport?

Anywhere from forty-five minutes to two and a half hours depending on how busy it is. Immigration takes fingerprints and a photograph — have your passport and visa confirmation ready.

Who meets me at Jeddah?

Our ground representative, in the arrivals area. Their contact details are in your pre-departure pack — save the number to your phone before you fly, not after you land.

How far is Jeddah from Makkah?

Around 85 kilometres, typically an hour and a quarter to an hour and a half by road depending on traffic.

Should I perform Umrah as soon as I arrive?

Most pilgrims do, often late at night when the Haram is calmer. But eat and drink properly first — Umrah involves four to five kilometres of walking and doing it exhausted is how people end up unwell.

What should I have in my hand luggage?

Medication with prescriptions, documents, a change of clothes, unscented toiletries and a plug adapter. Never put medication in the hold.

Makkah and Ziyarat

What is there to see in Makkah besides the Haram?

Jabal al-Nour and the Cave of Hira, Jabal Thawr, the plains of Mina, Muzdalifah and Arafat, Masjid Aisha at Tan’eem, Jannat al-Mualla and the Makkah Museum. Most packages include a Ziyarat tour.

Can I climb to the Cave of Hira?

Yes, but it is genuinely strenuous — forty-five minutes to an hour and a half on uneven rock. Do not attempt it in the middle of the day or without water. Many pilgrims view it from the base instead.

How hard is the climb at Jabal Thawr?

Longer and harder than Hira, and comparatively few pilgrims attempt it. Most tours stop to view it rather than climb.

What are Mina, Muzdalifah and Arafat like outside Hajj?

Quiet and largely empty, which most pilgrims find striking given how they look in photographs. Ziyarat tours usually drive through all three.

How long does a Makkah Ziyarat tour take?

About half a day. On a 7-night package with four nights in Makkah, that is a meaningful share of your time — one more reason to consider 10 nights.

What is Masjid Aisha?

The Miqat closest to Makkah, at Tan’eem, around fifteen to twenty minutes from the central area. It is where you re-enter Ihram to perform a second Umrah.

Can I perform Umrah more than once?

Yes. Many pilgrims perform it again on behalf of a deceased relative, re-entering Ihram at Masjid Aisha. Allow half a day and book enough nights.

Is the Clock Tower viewing deck worth it?

It is modern rather than historic, but the view over the Haram is remarkable and many families make an evening of it.

Is Ziyarat included in my package?

On most packages, yes, covering the historic sites around both cities. Your written quote confirms what is included.

What about the Madinah sites?

The Rawdah, Masjid Quba, Uhud and Jannat al-Baqi are covered in the same detail on our Sunderland page.

Newcastle Airport and Departures

How far is Newcastle Airport from the city centre?

Around six miles, roughly twenty minutes by car or twenty-five to thirty minutes on the Metro — the shortest airport run of any city we serve.

Can I fly direct to Jeddah from Newcastle?

Not direct, but connecting services through Gulf hubs reach Jeddah with a single change. Availability varies by season, so we check what is operating on your dates.

Should I use Newcastle or Manchester?

Newcastle for most people — twenty minutes against two and a half hours is not a close contest. Choose Manchester and its direct flight if you are travelling with children under ten or adults over sixty-five.

Is the Metro practical for the airport?

Yes, and it is the cheapest option by a wide margin. It runs directly from the city centre to the terminal.

Is a taxi cheaper than parking?

Often, yes. A return taxi at £20 to £30 each way usually beats eight days of long-stay parking for one or two travellers.

Do you arrange coach transfers?

Yes, included from eight travellers, from a Newcastle pickup point.

Do you serve Gateshead and North Tyneside?

Yes, along with Wallsend, North Shields, Whitley Bay, Longbenton, Killingworth, Cramlington, Blyth, Hexham and Morpeth.

Can I fly into Jeddah and home from Madinah?

Yes. Open-jaw routings work well and save a long intercity transfer at the end of the trip.

Will you tell me my layover length before I book?

Yes. Routing, layover length and departure time are all in your written quote before you pay a deposit.

2027 Pricing and Booking

How much does Umrah cost from Newcastle in 2027?

From £679 per person for 7 nights in 3-star, up to £1,329 for 14 nights in 5-star, including flights, visa, hotels in both cities and transfers.

What is the cheapest package?

The 7-night 3-star at £679 per person. On cost per night, the 14-night 3-star at £829 is better value at £59 a night.

Why are 2027 rates £20 below your standard price?

They are advance booking rates for pilgrims confirming ahead of the season.

How much is the deposit?

£99 per person, deducted from your total rather than added to it.

Is the payment plan interest-free?

Yes. You pay us directly in instalments with no interest, no credit agreement and no third-party lender.

Will my price change after booking?

No. Once your deposit is paid and the booking confirmed in writing, your price is fixed.

How much is a 7-night 3-star package for 2027?

£679 per person, quad sharing, four nights in Makkah and three in Madinah.

How much is a 10-night 3-star package for 2027?

£729 per person, five nights in each city, at £73 per night. Our recommendation.

How much is a 12-night 3-star package for 2027?

£779 per person, six nights in each city, at £65 per night.

How much is a 14-night 3-star package for 2027?

£829 per person, seven nights in each city, at £59 per night.

How much for a family of four?

£2,916 on a 10-night 3-star package, secured with a £396 deposit and payable at around £210 a month over a year.

Do you beat other agencies’ quotes?

Yes. Send us a written quote for a comparable package and we will beat it by £20 per person via our Beat My Quote page.

Are there hidden charges?

No. Your written quote is what you pay, and everything excluded is listed openly above.

3-Star Packages and Durations

Is 7 nights enough for Umrah?

It works, but four nights in Makkah with a half-day Ziyarat tour leaves roughly three and a half days at the Haram. Worth knowing before you book.

Which duration do you recommend?

Ten nights. It absorbs the twenty-hour journey at each end and leaves room for the full Ziyarat programme in both cities without displacing time at the Haram.

What does a 3-star package include?

The same core inclusions as every grade — flights, visa, hotels in both cities, transfers and Ziyarat. The difference is hotel standard and distance from the Haram.

How far are 3-star hotels from the Haram?

Typically 800 metres to 1.5 kilometres, with a complimentary shuttle running day and night.

Is 3-star good enough?

For a fit adult, comfortably. After a twenty-hour journey there is a real argument for the £51 step to 4-star so you can walk back to your room whenever you want.

Do 3-star packages include breakfast?

At some properties, not all. Your written quote states which before you pay.

How many people share a room?

Quad sharing at the £679 rate, allocated single-sex. Triple, double, twin and single occupancy are available for a supplement.

Can I upgrade after booking?

Usually yes, subject to availability and the price difference.

Is 12 nights worth it over 10?

If you want the full Ziyarat programme and a second Umrah from Masjid Aisha, yes. Twelve nights at 3-star also costs less than seven nights at 5-star.

Who should book 14 nights?

Retired pilgrims and anyone travelling outside term time. Given the length of the journey from the North East, it extracts the most from a single set of flights.

How are nights split between the cities?

Evenly on the 10, 12 and 14-night packages. The 7-night package is four nights Makkah, three Madinah.

Can I change the split?

Yes. Many pilgrims prefer longer in Makkah; returning pilgrims often want longer in Madinah. Tell us at the quote stage.

Can I book longer than 14 nights?

Yes, as a custom itinerary. Message us on WhatsApp with your dates.

The 2027 Calendar

When is Ramadan 2027?

Ramadan 1448 AH is expected to begin on Monday 8 February 2027, ending around 9 March, subject to moon sighting.

When do the last ten nights begin?

Around Saturday 27 February 2027, running through to Eid.

When is Laylat al-Qadr 2027?

On one of the odd nights within the last ten. The 27th night, considered most likely by many scholars, falls around 5 to 6 March 2027.

When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?

Expected around 9 to 10 March 2027, subject to moon sighting.

When is Hajj 2027?

The main rites fall between 14 and 18 May 2027, with the Day of Arafah on Saturday 15 May and Eid al-Adha on Sunday 16 May.

When is Umrah not possible in 2027?

Approximately early April to early June 2027, while Saudi Arabia prepares for and holds Hajj.

Can I travel at Easter 2027?

We would advise against planning around it. Easter falls in late March at the edge of the closing window.

Which part of Ramadan is best value?

The first Ashra. Full reward at far lower cost than the final ten nights, and in 2027 it coincides with February half term.

Is the last ten nights suitable for a first Umrah?

We would not recommend it. Sleep patterns invert entirely and the physical demands are considerable.

What is the best month for Umrah in 2027?

Late September to November — moderate crowds, comfortable temperatures and prices at their annual low.

What is the cheapest time?

From June, once the new season opens after Hajj, though daytime temperatures in Makkah regularly exceed 40 degrees.

Is January 2027 a good time?

Yes — comfortable weather, moderate crowds and pricing that has not yet moved towards Ramadan.

Visa, Vaccination and Requirements

When do I apply for the 2027 Umrah visa?

Close to your travel date rather than at booking. Saudi Arabia has shortened the window in which you must enter after issue.

How long does visa processing take?

Usually three to seven working days once we have a complete document set.

What documents do I need?

A passport valid at least six months beyond your return, a recent photograph, the application, proof of MenACWY vaccination, and confirmed travel and accommodation — which we provide.

Is the meningitis vaccine mandatory?

Yes. Proof of MenACWY vaccination is required for entry. Arrange it at least ten days before you fly.

Where can I get the vaccine in Newcastle?

Most Newcastle GP surgeries provide it and it is normally free on the NHS for pilgrimage travel. University health services can advise students.

Can I book with a non-British passport?

Yes. Requirements vary by nationality and UK immigration status — send us your details and we will confirm before you pay anything. Our Sunderland page covers this in detail.

Do women need a mahram in 2027?

Saudi rules have relaxed considerably and women can generally perform Umrah without a male guardian, often when travelling in an organised group. We confirm the current position at booking. See our women’s Umrah packages.

Do I need the Nusuk app?

Yes. It handles Rawdah permits and, at peak times, Haram entry permits. Register before travelling while you have reliable wifi.

Do I need travel insurance?

Yes. Medical treatment in Saudi Arabia is not free for visitors, and a policy costs £25 to £45.

What if my passport expires before 2027?

Renew it now. You need at least six months of validity beyond your return date.

How long does it take to perform Umrah?

Between two and four hours for the rites themselves, depending on how busy the Haram is.

Do you arrange group bookings for Newcastle mosques?

Yes. Groups of fifteen or more receive preferential rates and a dedicated coordinator, with every traveller paying us directly rather than one person collecting.

Book Your 2027 Umrah from Newcastle

You live twenty minutes from your departure airport, which is a better starting position than almost anyone in Britain. Tell us your dates and we will put the routing, the layover length and the hotel distance in writing before you commit to anything.

• WhatsApp: Message our team for a 2027 quote
• Phone: +44 7737 144 335
• Email: info@packagesumrah.co.uk
• Office: 7 Huxley Avenue, Manchester, England, M8 0SJ
• Online: Request a personalised quote or send us a quote to beat

Explore more: our full Umrah packages range, special offers, the Packages Umrah blog, or return to the homepage.

Appendix A — Internal Linking Map

The North East Trio Is Complete

Newcastle, Sunderland and Middlesbrough now cover the region with clean boundaries: Newcastle takes Tyneside and Northumberland, Sunderland takes Wearside, South Tyneside and County Durham, Middlesbrough takes Teesside. Link all three to one another. Note that this page deliberately links to Sunderland three times because the Madinah guide and the non-UK passport guidance live there — that cross-referencing is what makes the pair work rather than compete.

Appendix B — Keyword Coverage

Primary and Local

umrah packages from newcastle 2027 · umrah packages newcastle · newcastle umrah packages · umrah 2027 newcastle · cheap umrah packages newcastle · umrah travel agency newcastle · umrah agents newcastle · book umrah from newcastle · umrah packages gateshead · umrah packages north shields · umrah packages wallsend · umrah packages whitley bay · umrah packages cramlington · umrah packages blyth · umrah packages hexham · umrah packages morpeth · umrah packages tyne and wear · north east umrah packages

The Journey — Almost No Competition

what happens on umrah journey · when to wear ihram on flight · ihram on the plane · change into ihram at airport · miqat announcement flight · miqat for flights to jeddah · jeddah airport arrival umrah · how long jeddah airport immigration · jeddah to makkah distance · jeddah to makkah transfer time · umrah layover gulf · umrah connecting flight what to expect · first tawaf after arriving · what to pack hand luggage umrah · unscented toiletries ihram · umrah first day timeline

Makkah Ziyarat — Underserved

makkah ziyarat sites · jabal al nour cave of hira · climbing to cave of hira · jabal thawr · mina muzdalifah arafat visit · jabal al rahmah · masjid aisha taneem · second umrah masjid aisha · jannat al mualla · makkah museum · kiswah factory · clock tower viewing deck makkah · makkah ziyarat tour · what to see in makkah

Duration Keywords

7 nights umrah package · 10 nights umrah package · 12 nights umrah package · 14 nights umrah package · 7 night umrah package from newcastle · 10 night umrah package from newcastle · 12 night umrah package newcastle · 14 night umrah package newcastle · 7 nights umrah package 2027 · 10 nights umrah package 2027 · 12 nights umrah package 2027 · 14 nights umrah package 2027 · one week umrah package · two week umrah package

3-Star, 4-Star and 5-Star

3 star umrah package · 3 star umrah packages newcastle · 3 star umrah package 2027 · cheap 3 star umrah package · 3 star umrah package 7 nights · 3 star umrah package 10 nights · 3 star umrah package 12 nights · 3 star umrah package 14 nights · 4 star umrah packages newcastle · 5 star umrah packages newcastle · luxury umrah packages 2027 · budget umrah package newcastle

Airport and Calendar

umrah flights from newcastle · newcastle airport umrah · newcastle to jeddah · newcastle airport metro · umrah packages from newcastle airport 2027 · newcastle vs manchester umrah flights · when is ramadan 2027 · when is hajj 2027 · umrah closed hajj 2027 · umrah season dates 2027 · best month for umrah 2027 · cheapest month for umrah 2027 · february half term umrah 2027

Heritage and Community

muslim community newcastle · newcastle mosques umrah · south shields yemeni community · oldest muslim community britain · al azhar mosque south shields · muhammad ali south shields · yemeni seamen tyneside · islamic heritage north east england

Appendix C — Schema Markup

Paste into the page head or add through Rank Math’s custom schema field. Replace the ATOL placeholder before publishing.

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Prioritise the journey questions for FAQPage schema — “When do I change into Ihram”, “How long does it take to get through Jeddah airport”, “Can I change into Ihram on the plane” and “What should I not do before entering Ihram”. These are searched by every first-time pilgrim in the country and answered properly almost nowhere.

Appendix D — The Journey Guide Belongs on a National Page

The journey section on this page is the last of the genuinely national assets buried in a city page, and it may be the most useful of all of them to a first-time pilgrim.

Why It Would Rank

• Nobody writes it. Every UK Umrah site goes straight from “book now” to “arrive in Makkah”. The twenty hours in between are what people are actually anxious about.
• The Ihram timing question is searched constantly and answered inconsistently. “When to wear ihram on flight”, “change into ihram at airport”, “miqat for flights to jeddah” all have real volume.
• It is the definition of helpful content. It sells nothing and answers everything, which is exactly what earns links and trust.
• It pairs with the Makkah and Madinah guides to form a complete pre-departure resource that every city page can link into.

The Full Build List, Fifteen Pages In

Fifteen city pages now covers the Midlands, the North West, Yorkshire, the South West and the whole North East. Every one of the ten builds above already exists in draft inside the pages you have — items 3, 4 and 5 together would form a complete pre-departure guide that no UK competitor currently offers. That is a stronger use of the next month than a sixteenth town.