Performing Umrah during Ramadan is a deeply meaningful experience for many Muslims. The spiritual rewards, atmosphere around the Haramayn, Taraweeh prayers and opportunity to spend Ramadan in Makkah and Madinah make this one of the most sought-after times to travel for Umrah.
However, Ramadan is also one of the most expensive periods for Umrah travel from the UK. Prices can vary significantly depending on when you travel, how close your hotel is to the Haram, your room arrangement, departure airport, airline and whether you choose the first, middle or final days of Ramadan.
For 2026, published UK package prices show that Ramadan Umrah packages can range from roughly £950 per person for shorter, budget-oriented trips to £2,000+ for premium or last-10-night packages, while full-month and luxury arrangements can cost considerably more. Al Momin Travels+1
Below is a detailed guide to help you understand what you should budget for.

Average Cost of Ramadan Umrah from the UK

There is no single fixed price for a Ramadan Umrah package. As a general guide, you can expect:

These are indicative ranges rather than guaranteed quotations. Published 2026 UK offers illustrate how wide the market can be: one agency lists first-Ashra packages from £949, while last-10-night packages begin at £1,399 for 3-star accommodation and £2,199 for a 5-star package. Another current UK listing has an 11-night last-10-night Ramadan 2027 package from £2,290. 

What Is Usually Included in a Ramadan Umrah Package?

These are indicative ranges rather than guaranteed quotations. Published 2026 UK offers illustrate how wide the market can be: one agency lists first-Ashra packages from £949, while last-10-night packages begin at £1,399 for 3-star accommodation and £2,199 for a 5-star package. Another current UK listing has an 11-night last-10-night Ramadan 2027 package from £2,290.

What Is Usually Included in a Ramadan Umrah Package?

An all-inclusive package generally combines several major travel costs into one booking.
Depending on the operator, your package may include:

1. 1. Return flights from the UK

   2. Umrah visa or visa processing

   3. Hotel accommodation in Makkah

   4. Hotel accommodation in Madinah

   5. Airport transfers

   6. Makkah–Madinah transportation

   7. Guided Ziyarat

   8. Breakfast, Iftar or Suhoor on selected packages

   9. Assistance from a UK-based or Saudi-based representative

For example, current UK Ramadan packages advertise combinations of flights, visa processing, hotels, transfers, Ziyarat and pilgrim support. However, the exact inclusions differ between agencies, so you should always 

• Ramadan Umrah Prices by Ashra

Ramadan is commonly divided into three Ashras, and the cost can differ substantially between them.

First 10 Days of Ramadan

The first Ashra is generally the most affordable period of Ramadan.
If you have some flexibility, travelling during the first 10 days can provide a good balance between experiencing Ramadan in Saudi Arabia and controlling your travel budget.
Current published examples show first-Ashra packages starting around:

1. 1. 3-star: approximately £949

   2. 4-star: approximately £1,199

   3. 5-star: approximately £1,549

These figures are examples of advertised 2026 packages and can change according to availability. 

Middle 10 Days of Ramadan

The second Ashra is normally more expensive than the beginning of Ramadan because demand starts increasing.
A published 2026 price guide lists:

1. 1. 3-star: from about £1,099

   2. 4-star: from about £1,299

   3. 5-star: from about £1,649

Again, these are starting prices rather than universal market prices.

Last 10 Nights of Ramadan

The final 10 nights are usually the most expensive time to perform Umrah.
The reason is simple: demand rises dramatically because pilgrims want to experience the last ten nights, seek Laylat al-Qadr and spend the final days of Ramadan close to the Haram.
Published 2026 package examples show prices beginning around:

1. 1. 3-star: £1,399

   2. 4-star: £1,699

   3. 5-star: £2,199Longer stays, double rooms and hotels immediately adjacent to the Haram can push the price significantly higher.

Why Are Last-10-Night Packages So Expensive?

The biggest factors are supply and demand.
Hotels in central Makkah and Madinah have limited rooms, while demand during the final part of Ramadan is exceptionally high. Flights also become more expensive when large numbers of people are travelling at the same time.
A current 2026 UK Umrah cost analysis estimates that the final ten nights and Eid period can push return flight prices substantially higher than normal periods. It also notes that leaving arrangements until late can result in very significant price increases. This is why early planning is particularly important if your main goal is to perform Umrah during the final ten nights.

How Much Do Flights from the UK Cost?

Flights are one of the biggest components of your Umrah budget.
Your airfare depends on:

1. 1. Departure airport

   2. Travel dates

   3. Airline

   4. Direct versus connecting flights

   5. Baggage allowance

   6. How early you book

   7. Whether you travel during school holidays

   8. Whether you travel during the final days of Ramadan

Current 2026 flight research shows that London–Jeddah return fares can range from several hundred pounds in less busy periods to substantially more during peak Ramadan dates. Direct flights generally command a premium over connecting services. 

Travellers from Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow, Leeds and other UK airports should compare the complete package price, rather than assuming London will always be cheapest.

Hotel Location Makes a Huge Difference

One of the most important things to understand when comparing Umrah packages is that hotel star rating does not tell you the whole story.
A 4-star hotel could be considerably farther from Masjid al-Haram than a premium hotel in the Clock Tower area.
For pilgrims, distance matters because during Ramadan you may be making the journey to the Haram multiple times each day for:

1. 1. Salah

   2. Taraweeh

   3. Isha

   4. Suhoor

   5. Fajr

   6. Jumu'ah

   7. Umrah

A hotel that is a few minutes from the Haram can therefore be worth considerably more to an elderly pilgrim or a family with young children.
Some published UK package information, for example, distinguishes between ordinary 3-star and 4-star hotels and premium hotels in the Clock Tower complex, where proximity to the Haram is a major part of the price. 

Always ask for the exact hotel name and walking distance, rather than accepting descriptions such as "near Haram."

Double, Triple or Quad Sharing?
Your room arrangement can have a major impact on the final price.
A package quoted at £1,000 per person may be based on four people sharing one room.
The same hotel and dates could cost substantially more per person for:

1. 1. Triple sharing

   2. Twin/double sharing

   3. A private room

For couples, it is therefore important to ask whether the advertised price is based on quad sharing.
For families, calculate the total cost rather than focusing only on the advertised "per person" price.

Example Ramadan Budget

Suppose two adults from the UK want a 10-night Ramadan Umrah package with flights, hotels and transfers.
A reasonable planning budget might look like this:

1. 1. Budget package: £1,000–£1,300 per person

   2. Mid-range package: £1,300–£1,800 per person

   3. Premium package: £1,800–£2,500+ per person

For two adults, that could mean approximately £2,000–£5,000+ for the package itself.
You should then allow additional money for food if meals aren't included, local purchases, additional transport, gifts and other personal expenses.

Don't Forget These Additional Costs

The advertised package price isn't necessarily your complete holiday budget.
Consider setting money aside for:
Food
Some packages include breakfast, Iftar or Suhoor, while others are accommodation-only.
During Ramadan, food costs can also rise depending on where you eat and whether you choose hotel meals.
Local Transport
Airport and intercity transfers may be included, but taxis or local transport for personal journeys may not be.
Ziyarat
Some agencies include guided Ziyarat, while others charge separately.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is worth considering, particularly for families, elderly pilgrims and longer stays.
Shopping
Dates, Zamzam-related arrangements where applicable, gifts, Islamic books, clothing and other purchases can add considerably to your spending.

How to Get a Cheaper Ramadan Umrah Package?

If your budget is limited, you don't necessarily have to abandon the idea of performing Umrah in Ramadan.
Consider these strategies:

1. 1. Travel during the first 10 days rather than the final 10.

   2. Book as early as possible.

   3. Consider a 3-star hotel.

   4. Compare several UK departure airports.

   5. Consider quad sharing.

   6. Compare connecting flights with direct flights.

   7. Choose a hotel that is slightly farther from the Haram if transport is provided.

   8. Compare what is actually included rather than comparing headline prices.

   9. Check whether meals are included.

   10. Ask whether the quoted price is fixed or subject to availability.

Some current UK agencies advertise Ramadan packages from under £1,000 per person for selected dates and room arrangements, demonstrating that lower-cost options can exist outside the most expensive dates. 

Is a DIY Umrah Cheaper Than a Package?

• Sometimes, but not always.
  Booking your flights, hotels and transport independently can give you more flexibility. It may also allow you to find cheaper individual components.

• However, Ramadan changes the equation.
  During peak periods, an experienced Umrah operator may have access to hotel allocations, group flights and transportation arrangements that make a package competitive.

A current 2026 UK cost analysis estimates that self-arranged Umrah can become particularly expensive during the last ten nights of Ramadan, with overall costs rising sharply compared with quieter travel periods. 

For first-time pilgrims, families and elderly travellers, the convenience of having flights, accommodation and transfers organised together can also be worth paying for.

What Should You Check Before Booking?

Never choose a Ramadan Umrah package solely because it has the lowest advertised price.
Before paying, ask the travel company:

1. 1. What is the exact hotel name?

   2. How far is it from Masjid al-Haram?

   3. What is the Madinah hotel?

   4. Are flights included?

   5. Which airline is being used?

   6. Is baggage included?

   7. Is the visa included?

   8. Are airport transfers included?

   9. Is Makkah–Madinah transport included?

   10. Is the price based on quad, triple or double sharing?

   11. Are meals included?

   12. Are there additional taxes or charges?

   13. What happens if the airline changes the flight?

   14. What is the cancellation policy?

   15. What financial protection applies to the booking?

This last point is particularly important for UK travellers. If you're booking a package holiday, check what protections apply to your specific booking and obtain the relevant documentation before travelling.

Frequently Asked Questions

• 1, How much does a Ramadan Umrah package cost from the UK?

A. For 2026, a realistic starting budget is around £950–£1,400 per person for a budget Ramadan package, while mid-range and premium packages can cost £1,500–£2,500 or more. The final ten nights are normally considerably more expensive. Published package examples support this broad range. 

• 2, Is Ramadan Umrah more expensive than Umrah at other times

A. Yes. Ramadan is one of the busiest periods for Umrah, and flights and hotels generally become more expensive because demand increases.

• 3, How much does the last 10 nights of Ramadan Umrah cost?

A. A reasonable planning figure is £1,400–£2,500+ per person, although luxury hotels, private rooms, longer stays and peak travel dates can take the price significantly higher. Current UK package examples include last-10-night packages starting from £1,399 for 3-star and £2,199 for 5-star accommodation. 

• 4, Can I perform Ramadan Umrah for under £1,000?

A. It can be possible for selected dates and budget arrangements, particularly during the earlier part of Ramadan and with shared accommodation. However, you should carefully check exactly what the advertised price includes.

• 5, Are flights included in Umrah packages?

A. Many UK packages include return flights, but not every offer does. Always check the package inclusions before comparing prices. Current UK agencies advertise both flight-inclusive and flight-excluded arrangements.

• 6, Is food included?

A. Not necessarily. Some Ramadan packages include Iftar and Suhoor, particularly at higher hotel categories, while other packages are accommodation and transport only. 

• 7, Is a 5-star Umrah package worth the extra money?

A. It depends on your priorities. If proximity to the Haram, better facilities and convenienceYes are important, a premium hotel may be worth the additional cost. If your priority is keeping the trip affordable, a good 3-star or 4-star hotel can offer much better value.