Umrah from Oman
Umrah from Muscat
Makkah and Madinah are close to Muscat, but the order matters: the permit first, then flights and hotels. This page sets out the steps in order and shows where on this site to find the flights and the hotels.
- Jeddah or Madinah
- Permit on Nusuk
- Answers on WhatsApp 24/7
Planning Umrah in four steps
Go through them in this order.
Pick your dates
Ramadan and the school holidays are the busiest times; if you are flexible, choose a quieter date.
Check the permit and visa
Visa rules depend on your nationality and residence, and the Umrah permit is booked on the official Nusuk platform.
Choose your flight
Fly to Jeddah to start in Makkah, or to Madinah to start there.
Book the hotel
A hotel close to the Haram makes every visit easier, especially for older travellers and families.
Which airport?
The two main airports for Umrah, and the way on to the Haram.
Jeddah, the gateway to Makkah
King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah is the nearest major airport to Makkah.
Flights on this routeMadinah
Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport is in Madinah itself, for trips that start there.
Flights on this routeThe Haramain train
The Haramain high-speed railway links Jeddah airport with Makkah and Madinah.
By road
Cars and coaches between Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah are common too.
Permit and visa
The rules can change by season; always check the official source.
The Umrah permit
Umrah permits and time slots are booked on the official Nusuk platform and app.
Official Nusuk platformThe Saudi visa
The visa you need depends on your nationality and where you live; check the conditions on official Saudi sources before you book.
Residents of Oman
If you live in Oman, your conditions may differ from those for citizens of your home country; check them separately.
When to go
The season decides the crowds, the hotel rates and what is left to book.
- Ramadan
- The busiest time of the year, the last ten nights above all; hotels near the Haram fill early.
- School holidays and Eid
- Family demand rises; plan earlier.
- Hajj season
- Umrah arrangements change around the Hajj days; check Nusuk before you plan.
- Quieter months
- Outside these times the Haram is calmer and the choice of hotels is wider.
Hotels in Makkah and Madinah
Compare rooms, meals and cancellation terms side by side.
Hotels in Makkah
See Makkah hotels with each room’s cancellation terms.
Hotels in MakkahHotels in Madinah
Compare Madinah hotels for your visit to the Prophet’s Mosque.
Hotels in Madinah
Questions about Umrah from Muscat
Should I fly to Jeddah or Madinah for Umrah?
Jeddah if you start in Makkah, Madinah if you go there first. Many travellers fly into one and home from the other.
Where do I get the Umrah permit?
On the official Nusuk platform and app (nusuk.sa). Visa conditions depend on your nationality and residence.
How do I get from Jeddah to Makkah?
By the Haramain high-speed train from Jeddah airport, or by car or coach.
When is the best time for Umrah?
For quieter days, outside Ramadan, the school holidays and the Hajj season. Ramadan is the most sought-after time and needs the earliest planning.
Can you arrange my Umrah trip?
Tell us your dates and how many are travelling on WhatsApp; our team finds the flights and hotels and explains the terms before you decide.
Need a hand with your Umrah trip?
Send your dates and the number of travellers; our team in Muscat answers day and night.