Umrah Packages from Newry 2027 — All-Inclusive from £645/pp | Northern Ireland’s Border City Has Dublin Airport on Its Doorstep
QUICK ANSWER: Packages Umrah arranges all-inclusive Umrah packages for Newry pilgrims from £645/pp for 7 nights (3-star, off-peak months). Dublin Airport (DUB) is approximately 55 miles south of Newry via the A1/M1 — approximately 55–70 minutes by car. Belfast International Airport (BFS) is approximately 50 miles north via the A1/M1/M2 — approximately 50–65 minutes. Newry is Northern Ireland’s most uniquely positioned city for Umrah travel — equidistant between both airports. We check both for every Newry quote. £99 deposit. ATOL protected. WhatsApp +44 7737 144335.
NEWRY’S EXTRAORDINARY AIRPORT POSITION: Newry is the closest Northern Ireland city to Dublin Airport (55 miles south) AND is also close to Belfast International (50 miles north). No other Northern Ireland city has this dual-airport proximity. For Newry Muslims, Dublin Airport is the closest international Umrah airport of any Northern Ireland community. This is a specific and remarkable advantage that has never been highlighted — until now.
Newry is Northern Ireland’s newest city — granted city status in June 2022 as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations, making it one of the most recently designated cities in the United Kingdom. It is also one of Northern Ireland’s most strategically positioned cities, sitting at the precise point where Northern Ireland meets the Republic of Ireland on the A1 — the main road connecting Belfast to Dublin. The A1 runs through Newry’s heart; the town has always been the gateway between two jurisdictions.
Newry sits at the head of Carlingford Lough, between the Mountains of Mourne to the east and the Ring of Gullion to the west. The Newry Canal — one of the earliest summit canals in the British Isles, pre-dating the Industrial Revolution — was built in the eighteenth century to carry coal from Lough Neagh to the sea. Newry has always been a trading and transit city — a place where goods, people, and ideas move between two countries.
For Umrah travel, Newry’s position as Northern Ireland’s border gateway gives it a remarkable advantage: Dublin Airport (DUB) is just 55 miles south on the A1/M1 — the same road that Newry residents drive for shopping trips, family visits to the Republic, and cross-border work. Belfast International Airport is approximately 50 miles north on the same A1 corridor northward. Newry is the only Northern Ireland city that is genuinely close to both. No other Northern Ireland Umrah operator has dedicated a page to Newry — this is the first.
Packages Umrah is operated by Uraan Travel Ltd (7 Huxley Avenue, Manchester M8 0SJ). We arrange all-inclusive Umrah packages for Newry, South Down, South Armagh, and the wider border region. WhatsApp +44 7737 144335 or visit packagesumrah.co.uk.
Newry’s Unique Airport Position — The Closest Northern Ireland City to Dublin Airport
Newry’s position on the Irish border means its airport logistics are genuinely different from any other Northern Ireland city. Here is the complete honest guide:
Dublin Airport (DUB) — Newry’s Primary and Closest Umrah Airport
Detail | Dublin Airport (DUB) for Newry Pilgrims |
Distance from Newry city centre | ~55 miles south via A1/M1 |
Route | A1 south from Newry → cross Irish border into Republic of Ireland (no checks) → M1 motorway south → Dublin Airport signs → DUB terminal |
The border crossing | The A1 from Newry crosses into the Republic of Ireland in the Newry/Dundalk area. Under the Common Travel Area, UK citizens travel freely — no passport checks, no border stops. Most Newry residents cross this border regularly. |
Drive time (off-peak) | 55–70 minutes |
Drive time at 2–3am (pre-dawn departure) | 45–55 minutes — A1 and M1 completely clear |
Newry vs Belfast for DUB | Belfast Muslims drive 100 miles to DUB (1.5 hours). Newry Muslims drive 55 miles (55–70 minutes). Newry’s DUB journey is nearly half of Belfast’s. |
Train from Newry | Newry station → Dublin Connolly (Enterprise service, ~1 hour 45 minutes). Then onward to DUB (~30 minutes by bus/DART). Total approximately 2 hours 15 minutes. |
Taxi from Newry to DUB | Approximately £65–85 for a standard private hire car |
Saudi Arabia routes | Emirates (Dubai), Turkish Airlines (Istanbul), Qatar Airways (Doha) — excellent Gulf hub connections. Best Umrah route provision for Northern Ireland pilgrims. |
Why DUB is primary for Newry | 55 miles south on a familiar road. No border complications. Best Gulf hub routes. Most affordable total package for Newry pilgrims. |
Belfast International Airport (BFS) — 50 Miles North
Detail | Belfast International (BFS) for Newry Pilgrims |
Distance from Newry | ~50 miles north via A1/M1/M2 |
Route | A1 north from Newry → M1 north toward Belfast → M2/Airport Road west toward BFS → Belfast International terminal |
Drive time (off-peak) | 50–65 minutes |
Drive time at 2–3am | 45–55 minutes |
Taxi from Newry to BFS | Approximately £60–80 |
Saudi Arabia routes via BFS | BFS → MAN (~50 minutes) → Jeddah via Gulf hub or direct (Saudi Airlines direct ~7 hours). Or BFS → LHR (~1h 15m) → Jeddah direct (~6.5h). |
When BFS is better | When DUB is congested for Ramadan or peak dates. When Newry pilgrims strongly prefer UK departure. BFS gives access to Manchester’s excellent Umrah routes. |
BFS limitation | Adds a domestic flight leg to Manchester or London — increases journey time and cost compared to DUB direct to Gulf hub. |
The Newry Advantage — Compared to Other Northern Ireland Cities
Northern Ireland City | Distance to DUB | Distance to BFS | Newry’s Edge |
Newry (BT34–BT35) | ~55 miles south to DUB | ~50 miles north to BFS | The benchmark — closest NI city to DUB |
Belfast (BT1–BT17) | ~100 miles south to DUB | ~15 miles northwest to BFS | Newry is 45 miles closer to DUB than Belfast |
Lisburn (BT27–BT28) | ~90 miles to DUB | ~20 miles to BFS | Newry is 35 miles closer to DUB |
Armagh (BT60–BT61) | ~80 miles to DUB | ~30 miles to BFS | Newry is 25 miles closer to DUB |
Derry/Londonderry (BT47–BT48) | ~150 miles to DUB | ~70 miles to BFS | Newry is 95 miles closer to DUB |
Newry’s Dublin Airport advantage: Newry Muslims drive 55 miles to Dublin Airport. Belfast Muslims drive 100 miles. This 45-mile difference means Newry pilgrims save approximately 45–60 minutes each way compared to Belfast — and their pre-dawn DUB departure requires a 4:00–4:15am start rather than Belfast’s 3:00–3:15am start. This is a genuinely significant practical advantage for Newry families, particularly for elderly pilgrims and families with young children.
Newry Umrah Package Prices 2027 — All-Inclusive
All prices include return flights (from DUB as standard, or via BFS to MAN/LHR when advised), Umrah visa, named Makkah hotel (Haram distance confirmed in metres before deposit), named Madinah hotel, Rawdah visiting slot pre-booked, and all Saudi Arabia transport. Prices are £20 per person below UK market rates.
3 Star Newry Umrah Packages 2027
Package | 7 Nights | 10 Nights | 12 Nights | 14 Nights |
3★ Off-Peak (Nov, Jan, Oct, Sep) | From £645/pp | From £695/pp | From £735/pp | From £775/pp |
3★ Easter (April 2027) | From £659/pp | From £709/pp | From £749/pp | From £789/pp |
3★ Summer (Jul/Aug 2027) | From £729/pp | From £779/pp | From £819/pp | From £859/pp |
3★ Christmas (Dec 2027) | From £699/pp | From £749/pp | From £789/pp | From £829/pp |
3★ Ramadan (Mar 2027) | From £879/pp | From £949/pp | From £1,049/pp | From £1,149/pp |
Per person. Quad-share rooms. All-inclusive from DUB (55 miles south) or BFS (50 miles north) as advised. Off-peak months = lowest prices.
4 Star Newry Umrah Packages 2027
Package | 7 Nights | 10 Nights | 12 Nights | 14 Nights |
4★ Off-Peak | From £765/pp | From £845/pp | From £925/pp | From £1,005/pp |
4★ Easter | From £779/pp | From £859/pp | From £939/pp | From £1,019/pp |
4★ Summer | From £849/pp | From £929/pp | From £1,009/pp | From £1,089/pp |
4★ Christmas | From £819/pp | From £899/pp | From £979/pp | From £1,059/pp |
4★ Ramadan | From £999/pp | From £1,069/pp | From £1,169/pp | From £1,269/pp |
100–400m from Haram. Breakfast included in some hotels — confirmed at booking.
5 Star Newry Umrah Packages 2027
Package | 7 Nights | 10 Nights | 12 Nights | 14 Nights |
5★ Off-Peak | From £965/pp | From £1,065/pp | From £1,185/pp | From £1,335/pp |
5★ Ramadan | From £1,299/pp | From £1,399/pp | From £1,499/pp | From £1,649/pp |
50–200m from Haram. Breakfast included. Best for elderly Newry pilgrims, milestone Umrah.
Newry Group Umrah — 10 or More Pilgrims
Package | 7 Nights | 10 Nights | 12 Nights | 14 Nights |
Group 3★ (10+) | From £625/pp | From £675/pp | From £715/pp | From £755/pp |
Group 4★ (10+) | From £745/pp | From £825/pp | From £905/pp | From £985/pp |
Newry mosque groups, South Down community. A1 south to DUB — 55 miles. One of Northern Ireland’s shortest group airport journeys.
£99 DEPOSIT — SECURE YOUR NEWRY UMRAH: Book with just £99 per person. Balance due 8 weeks before departure. Payment plans for bookings 4+ months ahead. Same-day quotes for Newry, Warrenpoint, Kilkeel, Crossmaglen area, Armagh, and all South Down and South Armagh. WhatsApp +44 7737 144335.
What Is Included in Your Newry Umrah Package?
Component | What Newry Pilgrims Receive | Key Detail |
Return flights | From DUB (standard, 55 miles south) or via BFS (50 miles north) — confirmed airline, routing, times | We check both airports and advise which gives better route and price for your specific dates. |
Umrah visa | Saudi Nusuk portal — all Newry group members processed simultaneously | No individual Nusuk navigation required. |
Makkah hotel | Named hotel before £99 deposit — Haram distance in metres stated | 3★ 300–800m. 4★ 100–400m. 5★ 50–200m from Haram. |
Madinah hotel | Named hotel before deposit — Nabawi area | Walking distance or short taxi to Masjid al-Nabawi. |
Rawdah visiting slot | Pre-booked on Nusuk before Newry/DUB departure | Confirmed time for men and women at designated visiting windows. |
All Saudi Arabia transport | DUB/BFS → Jeddah/Madinah → hotel; Makkah–Madinah intercity; hotel → DUB/BFS | Haramain train (2h20m) or organised coach — confirmed at booking. |
ATOL Certificate | Per person at booking — UK government financial protection | Verifiable on Civil Aviation Authority register. |
24/7 WhatsApp support | Named agent throughout Saudi Arabia stay — English and Urdu | Direct line, not a call centre. |
£99 deposit option | Secures the full package — balance 8 weeks before departure | Payment plans available. |
Newry’s Muslim Community — Faith at the Gateway of Ireland
Newry has always been a city that moves between worlds. The A1 through its centre has carried traffic between Belfast and Dublin for centuries — trade, politics, culture, and people flowing in both directions through this border town. The Newry Canal predates the great industrial canals of England and connected the Irish interior to the sea. Newry is, in its bones, a city that connects things.
The Pakistani and Bangladeshi Muslim families who settled in Newry settled in a city that understands cross-border living. The border is not an abstract concept in Newry — it is the road outside town, the journey to Dundalk for grocery shopping, the friends and relatives on both sides of the county line. For Newry’s Muslim community, the A1 south to Dublin Airport is not a foreign journey — it is the road they already know, simply extended a little further toward Jeddah.
Newry’s Pakistani Muslim Community
Newry’s Pakistani Muslim community is concentrated in the residential streets of the city’s west and central areas, served by the mosque that has been established here across two generations of settlement. The community is small — approximately 1,500–2,500 Muslims in a city of approximately 27,000 people in the city proper (with the wider Newry, Mourne and Down district of approximately 175,000) — but it is active, close-knit, and engaged. The pilgrimage intention in the Newry Pakistani community is consistent and has been sustained across generations of settlement in this border city.
Newry’s Cross-Border Muslim Community Character
Newry’s position at the Irish border means its Muslim community has a unique relationship with the Republic of Ireland that is not shared by Muslim communities in Belfast, Derry, or any English or Scottish city. Cross-border shopping, cross-border employment, cross-border social connections — these are all normal parts of daily life in Newry. For Umrah purposes, the most relevant cross-border fact is this: driving to Dublin Airport is, for Newry Muslims, the same journey as driving to Dublin for any other purpose. The border crossing at the Newry/Dundalk area is seamless under the Common Travel Area.
South Down and South Armagh Muslim Communities
The wider district served by the Newry mosque extends into South Down and South Armagh — rural areas with small Muslim populations in the market towns and villages of the border region. Warrenpoint (8 miles southeast of Newry on Carlingford Lough), Kilkeel (19 miles southeast), and the smaller communities of South Armagh are all part of the Newry Muslim geography. For these rural border communities, Newry is the hub — and Dublin Airport is the Umrah gateway.
Newry’s South Down and Border Region Coverage
Location | Distance to DUB | Muslim Community | Notes |
Newry (BT34–BT35) | ~55 miles south, A1/M1 | ~1,500–2,500 Muslims. City centre, western areas. | Primary service area. DUB on familiar A1/M1 road. |
Warrenpoint (BT34) | ~62 miles to DUB, A2/A1/M1 | Very small Muslim community. Carlingford Lough port. | A2 west to Newry then A1 south to DUB. Approximately 65–75 minutes. |
Kilkeel (BT34) | ~72 miles to DUB, A2/A1/M1 | Very small Muslim community. Mourne Mountains fishing town. | A2 northwest to Newry then A1 south to DUB. Approximately 75–85 minutes. |
Armagh (BT60–BT61) | ~75 miles to DUB, A28/A1/M1 | Small Pakistani Muslim community. Historic cathedral city. | A28 south to Newry then A1 south to DUB. Approximately 75–90 minutes. |
Downpatrick (BT30) | ~80 miles to DUB, A25/A1/M1 | Small Muslim community. County Down historic town. | A25 to Newry then A1 south. Approximately 80–90 minutes. |
Crossmaglen area (BT35) | ~65 miles to DUB, B30/A1/M1 | Very small Muslim community. South Armagh. | Rural South Armagh roads to A1 south. Approximately 65–80 minutes. |
Armagh note: Armagh City (BT60–BT61) has a small but established Pakistani Muslim community and is approximately 25 miles north of Newry. For Armagh’s Muslim community, the route to Dublin Airport via Newry (A28 south to A1 south) is approximately 75–90 minutes to DUB — significantly shorter than the alternative routes north to Belfast then south to Dublin. Our Newry packages serve Armagh as part of the South Ulster catchment.
Best Months for Umrah from Newry 2027
Northern Ireland school holidays: Newry is in Northern Ireland — schools use Education Authority (EA) holiday dates, different from England, Scotland, Wales, and the Republic of Ireland. Always confirm exact Northern Ireland school holiday dates before booking.
Month | Islamic Period | Newry/South Down Notes | Haram Crowds | Price (3★, 7N) |
November 2027 | Jumada al-Thani | No school holidays. Lowest price and quietest Haram. Newry in November — the Mourne Mountains dark, Carlingford Lough grey, the A1 quiet. Warm Makkah is a dramatic contrast from the border city in late autumn. Top recommendation. | Very Low | £645/pp |
January 2027 | Rajab 1448 | Joint-cheapest. Newry schools back. Post-New Year quiet. A1 south to DUB at 3am: 45–50 minutes with empty roads. | Low | £645/pp |
October 2027 | Jumada al-Awwal | Northern Ireland October half-term — confirm EA dates. Best Tawaf conditions. DUB good availability. | Low–Moderate | £669/pp |
September 2027 | Rabi al-Thani | Newry schools back. Good value month. Border region post-summer. | Low | £669/pp |
April 2027 (Easter) | Shawwal | Northern Ireland Easter break — confirm EA dates. Cross-border Easter travel in Newry is traditionally busy — book DUB flights early. Good family window. | Moderate | £659/pp |
December 2027 | Rajab 1449 | Christmas break. Multi-generational Newry family Umrah. Cross-border Christmas activity means DUB December very busy — book well ahead. | Moderate | £699/pp |
Jul/Aug 2027 | Safar 1449 | Northern Ireland school summer break. Very hot Makkah. Book DUB early — summer holiday traffic from border region. | High | £729–749/pp |
March 2027 (Ramadan) | Ramadan 1448 | Schools in term. Newry mosque community active. DUB Ramadan capacity checked. Book by September 2026. | Very High | £879/pp |
Newry Umrah Package Durations
7 Nights from Newry — From £645/pp
Seven nights suits Newry working families on standard annual leave. The 55-mile A1/M1 to Dublin Airport — 45–55 minutes at pre-dawn — is genuinely the most manageable Northern Ireland airport run in our entire portfolio. Leave Newry at 4:15am for a 6am DUB flight and arrive with comfortable time to spare. Four Makkah nights, 3 Madinah nights. Complete Umrah, Rawdah, Madinah Ziyarat. From £645/pp off-peak. £99 deposit.
10 Nights from Newry — From £695/pp
Ten nights — 6 Makkah nights, 4 Madinah nights — is our most recommended Newry format. The 55-mile DUB journey is comfortably amortised over 10 days of sustained pilgrimage. The additional Makkah time is where the pilgrimage becomes not a completed task but a continuous experience. From £695/pp off-peak.
12 Nights from Newry — From £735/pp
Twelve nights suits Newry families using the full Northern Ireland Easter or Christmas holiday, elderly border region pilgrims needing a relaxed pace, and Newry mosque groups wanting the complete Ziyarat programme. Seven Makkah nights, 5 Madinah nights. From £735/pp off-peak.
14 Nights from Newry — From £775/pp
Two full weeks from Dublin Airport. Eight Makkah nights, 6 Madinah nights. For Newry’s landmark multi-generational family Umrah, 14 nights gives both holy cities everything they deserve — and the 55-mile DUB run justifies itself completely over a two-week pilgrimage. From £775/pp off-peak.
Newry Umrah by Pilgrim Type
Newry Mosque Groups — Border City Community Umrah
Group Umrah from Newry’s mosque is a well-established community tradition. For Newry mosque groups of 10+:
- Group rate from £625/pp (3-star, off-peak). Coordinated group transport to Dublin Airport — a hired minibus from Newry south on A1/M1 to DUB. Approximately 55–65 minutes south together. The shortest Northern Ireland group airport journey of any community in our portfolio.
- The A1 south from Newry at pre-dawn: the border crossing seamless, the M1 motorway south clear, Dublin Airport signs approaching after approximately 50 minutes. Newry mosque groups consistently describe the DUB run as the most straightforward airport journey of any Northern Ireland community.
- Same-flight allocation from DUB. Same hotel floor. Simultaneous visa processing. Coordinated Rawdah visits.
Newry Families with School-Age Children
For Newry families with children in Northern Ireland schools:
- Northern Ireland Easter break 2027: confirm EA Northern Ireland school dates. Note: cross-border Easter travel at Newry is traditionally very busy — DUB Easter weekend flights book quickly. Book early. From £659/pp.
- Northern Ireland October half-term: confirm EA dates. 7-night package aligns. From £669/pp.
- Christmas break (confirm with school): DUB Christmas flights are heavily booked due to cross-border holiday travel. Book well ahead. From £699/pp. 10 or 12 nights.
- Summer break: confirm Northern Ireland dates. From £729/pp.
Newry Elderly Pilgrims — The Gateway City’s First Generation
For Newry’s first-generation Pakistani Muslims — who came to this border city and built their community within its specific cross-border character — the first Umrah carries extraordinary significance:
- The 55-mile DUB journey is the most manageable Northern Ireland airport run for elderly pilgrims anywhere in our portfolio — significantly shorter than Belfast’s 100-mile DUB drive. Elderly Newry pilgrims face a genuinely more manageable pre-dawn airport journey than any other Northern Ireland city.
- 4-star accommodation: shorter Haram walk (100–400m) essential.
- October or November departure: outdoor temperatures 28–36°C manageable.
- Private hire from Newry home to DUB: approximately £65–85 — among the most affordable Northern Ireland to DUB taxi journeys.
- Wheelchair assistance: pre-arranged at DUB or BFS, at Jeddah Airport, and for Tawaf support in the Haram.
- Haramain train for Makkah–Madinah intercity.
Newry Women’s Groups
For Newry Muslim women performing Umrah without a Mahram — women aged 18+ may travel independently:
- Women-only group packages from £625/pp (10+). Women-only room configurations.
- The Enterprise train from Newry to Dublin Connolly (~1h 45m) then onward to DUB is a practical option for women’s groups travelling without a car.
- Female liaison available on request.
Ramadan Umrah from Newry 2027
Ramadan 2027 begins approximately 8 February 2027. Newry’s mosque community has an active Ramadan Umrah tradition. DUB is the primary Ramadan airport — 55 miles south. When DUB Ramadan capacity is limited, BFS via Manchester is the strong alternative. Book by September 2026 for Ramadan.
Ramadan Period | Approx. Dates | Price (3★, 7N) | Booking Deadline | Newry Notes |
First Ashra (1–10) | ~8–17 Feb 2027 | From £879/pp | October 2026 | Schools in term. Newry mosque community active. Northern Ireland February — cold, border roads clear at 3am. |
Second Ashra (11–20) | ~18–27 Feb 2027 | From £899/pp | August 2026 | DUB and BFS capacity both checked. Book early. |
Last Ashra (21–29) | ~28 Feb–8 Mar 2027 | From £979/pp | July 2026 | Laylatul Qadr. Most sought window from Newry. Book immediately. |
Post-Ramadan | ~9–16 Mar 2027 | From £879/pp | August 2026 | Eid and Shawwal. Northern Ireland Easter approaching. |
All Newry Umrah Packages — Browse Monthly and By Type
Monthly departures for Newry pilgrims (from Dublin Airport DUB — 55 miles south on A1/M1, or Belfast International BFS — 50 miles north on A1/M1/M2):
- January 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £645/pp. Joint-cheapest. Quiet Haram. A1 to DUB at 3am: 45 minutes.
- February 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £655/pp. Sha’ban / Ramadan start.
- March 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £879/pp. Ramadan 1448. Maximum reward.
- April 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £659/pp. Northern Ireland Easter — confirm EA dates. Book DUB early (cross-border traffic).
- May 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £659/pp. Dhul Hijjah.
- June 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £699/pp. Muharram 1449.
- July 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £729/pp. Northern Ireland school summer break.
- August 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £749/pp. Summer. Mawlid al-Nabi.
- September 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £669/pp. Schools back. Good value.
- October 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £669/pp. NI half-term — confirm EA dates. Best Tawaf conditions.
- November 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £645/pp. Cheapest month. Quietest Haram. Top recommendation.
- December 2027 Umrah from Newry — From £699/pp. Christmas break. Book DUB early (cross-border Christmas traffic).
By pilgrim type:
- Family Umrah Packages UK — From £645/pp. Northern Ireland school holiday alignment — confirm EA dates.
- Group Umrah Packages UK — From £625/pp (10+). Newry mosque groups. A1 south to DUB: 55 miles, 55 minutes.
- Women’s Umrah Packages UK — From £645/pp. Newry sisters’ groups and solo South Down women pilgrims.
- Elderly Umrah Packages UK — From £769/pp (4★). Newry’s 55-mile DUB journey: shortest in Northern Ireland for elderly pilgrims.
- First Time Umrah Packages UK — From £645/pp. Complete guidance for Newry and South Down first-timers.
- Cheapest Umrah Packages UK — From £645/pp. Genuinely all-inclusive. No additions.
- Ramadan Umrah 2027 — From £879/pp. Book by September 2026. DUB primary — BFS alternative.
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Frequently Asked Questions — Umrah Packages from Newry 2027
Airport and Travel — Newry’s Unique Position
Which airport do Newry pilgrims use for Umrah?
Dublin Airport (DUB), approximately 55 miles south via the A1/M1 — approximately 55–70 minutes. This makes Newry the closest Northern Ireland city to Dublin Airport. Belfast International (BFS) is approximately 50 miles north — also accessible. We check both for every Newry booking.
Why is Newry the closest Northern Ireland city to Dublin Airport?
Newry sits at the Irish border on the A1 — the direct Belfast-to-Dublin road. Dublin Airport is 55 miles south of Newry on this same road. Belfast Muslims must drive 100 miles to reach Dublin Airport. Newry cuts that journey in half.
Is there a border check when driving from Newry to Dublin Airport?
No — under the Common Travel Area and Good Friday Agreement, UK citizens travel freely between Northern Ireland and the Republic. The A1/M1 from Newry to Dublin crosses the border without passport checks or stops. Most Newry residents cross this border regularly for everyday activities.
How long is the drive from Newry to Dublin Airport?
Approximately 55 miles south via A1 (Northern Ireland) and M1 (Republic of Ireland) — approximately 55–70 minutes off-peak; 45–55 minutes at 2–3am for pre-dawn Umrah departures.
Can Newry pilgrims use Belfast International Airport instead?
Yes — BFS is approximately 50 miles north via A1/M1/M2 and approximately 50–65 minutes from Newry. BFS connects to Manchester and London for Umrah onward connections. DUB is slightly closer and has better Gulf hub routes, but BFS is a strong alternative.
What time should I leave Newry for a 6am Dublin Airport flight?
Leave Newry at approximately 4:15–4:30am. The A1/M1 at that hour is clear — 45–50 minutes to DUB — giving comfortable check-in time for a 6am departure.
How much is a taxi from Newry to Dublin Airport?
Approximately £65–85 for a standard private hire car — among the most affordable Northern Ireland-to-Dublin-Airport taxi journeys of any Northern Ireland city.
Prices and Booking
What is the cheapest Umrah package from Newry?
From £645/pp for a 7-night, 3-star, all-inclusive off-peak package from Dublin Airport (November or January). Group rate (10+ Newry pilgrims): from £625/pp.
How much is a 7 nights Umrah package from Newry?
From £645/pp (3-star, off-peak months, all-inclusive from DUB or BFS). Includes return flights, Umrah visa, both hotels, Rawdah booking, and all Saudi Arabia transport.
How much is a 10 nights Umrah package from Newry?
From £695/pp (3-star, off-peak, all-inclusive). 6 Makkah nights + 4 Madinah nights — most recommended Newry format.
How much is a 14 nights Umrah package from Newry?
From £775/pp (3-star, off-peak, all-inclusive). Two full weeks — ideal for multi-generational Newry family Umrah.
How much deposit is required?
£99 per person. Balance due 8 weeks before departure.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes — for bookings 4+ months ahead, payment plans available.
How do I book?
WhatsApp +44 7737 144335. Tell us preferred month, travellers, star rating, duration. Same-day quote for Newry DUB or BFS departures.
Newry Community Questions
Do you arrange group Umrah from Newry Mosque?
Yes — Newry mosque group Umrah from £625/pp (10+). A1/M1 to Dublin Airport (55 miles south, 55 minutes) coordinated. Same-flight allocation. Same hotel floor. Simultaneous visa processing. Coordinated Rawdah visits.
Do you serve Warrenpoint, Kilkeel, Armagh, and South Down?
Yes. Warrenpoint (DUB ~62 miles, ~70 minutes), Kilkeel (DUB ~72 miles, ~80 minutes), Armagh (DUB ~75 miles via A28/A1/M1, ~80 minutes), Downpatrick (DUB ~80 miles, ~90 minutes).
Are Northern Ireland school holidays different from the Republic?
Yes — Northern Ireland schools use Education Authority (EA) dates that differ from Republic of Ireland school holidays. Cross-border families with children in schools on both sides should confirm dates for their specific schools.
Can Newry women perform Umrah without a Mahram?
Yes — under current Saudi regulations, women aged 18+ can travel without a Mahram. Women-only packages from DUB or BFS. Female liaison on request.
Does the border crossing affect Umrah visa or passport requirements?
No — UK passport holders cross from Northern Ireland to the Republic freely. For Umrah, the Saudi visa is the only visa required. It is processed by us via the Nusuk portal regardless of whether you depart from DUB or BFS.
What Is Included
Is the Umrah visa included?
Yes — processed through the official Saudi Nusuk portal. All Newry group members processed simultaneously.
Is the Rawdah visit pre-booked?
Yes — Rawdah visiting slot pre-booked before departure. Confirmed time for men and women.
Are meals included?
Standard packages do not include meals (approximately £15–25/day in Makkah). Some 4-star and 5-star hotels include breakfast — confirmed at booking.
Are Newry Umrah packages ATOL protected?
Yes — every flight-inclusive Newry package is ATOL protected through Uraan Travel Ltd. ATOL Certificate issued at booking.
Book Your Newry Umrah — From the Gateway City to the House of Allah
The A1 through Newry has been the artery of the island of Ireland for centuries — the road that connects Belfast to Dublin, that connects Northern Ireland to the Republic, that has carried commerce, culture, and community across the boundary that divides the two jurisdictions. Newry has always been the town where the two worlds meet.
The Pakistani Muslim families who made Newry their home came to a town that already knew how to live across a divide — that had its own Catholic and Protestant communities managing a shared civic space, that had generations of cross-border daily life that made the border line on the map less significant than the road itself. The Newry Muslim community has made its home in this in-between city, maintaining Islamic practice in a place where crossing from one country to another is as ordinary as going to the shops.
For Umrah, the ordinary becomes the extraordinary. The A1 south from Newry — the road to Dundalk, to Drogheda, to Dublin — continues past the retail parks that Newry residents drive to regularly, crosses County Louth, and reaches Dublin Airport: the gateway to the Gulf hub and from there to Jeddah and Makkah. Fifty-five miles. Fifty-five minutes at pre-dawn. The gateway city opens another gateway — to the most ancient house of worship on earth.
From £645/pp all-inclusive. Dublin Airport (55 miles south on A1/M1) as standard. Belfast International (50 miles north) when advised. Named hotel before deposit. ATOL Certificate at booking. £99 deposit secures your place. Same-day quotes for Newry, Warrenpoint, Kilkeel, Armagh, and all of South Down and South Armagh.
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Packages Umrah — Newry and South Down Umrah specialists. From £645/pp all-inclusive. £99 deposit. ATOL protected. Northern Ireland’s closest community to Dublin Airport. The first dedicated Newry Umrah page in the UK.
