Umrah Visa from Hyderabad: Flights, Documents & Costs (2026)
Quick answer
Pilgrims in Hyderabad apply for the Saudi Umrah eVisa online — no consulate visit is needed in normal cases. You need an Indian passport valid for six months, a white-background photo, and confirmed travel plans. Flights leave from HYD, with return fares roughly ₹28,000–₹45,000 return in regular season, higher in Ramadan. Approval usually takes 1–3 working days after a complete file.
This guide is written for pilgrims travelling from Hyderabad and nearby districts. It covers the airports you can use, typical routes to Jeddah and Madinah, how biometrics work, and what a realistic budget looks like.
Flights from Hyderabad to Saudi Arabia
Main airports: Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD).
Hyderabad is one of India's busiest Umrah departure points, with non-stop flights to Jeddah operated in most seasons by Saudia and Indian carriers, and frequent one-stop options via Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Doha, Muscat and Bahrain.
Direct Madinah flights are offered seasonally (especially in Ramadan). If Madinah is your first stop, compare a direct Madinah arrival against Jeddah plus the Haramain train.
What pilgrims from Hyderabad should know
- Pilgrims from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka border districts and Maharashtra's Marathwada region commonly fly out of Hyderabad.
- Ramadan and the December winter holidays are peak periods from Hyderabad — fares and hotel rates rise sharply, so lock dates early.
How to apply for an Umrah visa from Hyderabad
- 01Choose your visaPick the 15-day or 20-day Umrah visa (or group / host options) on our visa pages — the price is the same anywhere in India.
- 02Upload documentsPassport (valid 6+ months), white-background photo, and travel details. We check every document before filing.
- 03Pay securelyPay online in INR. Your application is filed as soon as payment is confirmed.
- 04Biometrics if requiredBiometric enrolment for Saudi visas is increasingly done through the Saudi Visa Bio app; where a centre visit is required, Hyderabad has a Saudi visa (VFS Tasheel) application centre. Confirm the current requirement for your visa type before booking an appointment.
- 05Receive your eVisaApproval usually takes 1–3 working days after a complete file. Print it and keep a copy on your phone.
Typical Umrah budget from Hyderabad
Return flights from Hyderabad cost roughly ₹28,000–₹45,000 return in regular season, higher in Ramadan. Hotels, food, transport and the visa add to this depending on season and comfort level.
Use our Umrah cost calculator to build an itemised estimate for your family in a minute.
Documents checklist
- Indian passport valid for at least six months with two blank pages
- Recent photograph on a white background
- Confirmed return flights and hotel bookings in Makkah and Madinah
- Vaccinations required by Saudi health authorities for the season (commonly meningitis ACYW135)
- For children: birth certificate; for women under 18: guardian details
Confirm current rules before booking
Airline schedules, Saudi visa rules and biometric requirements change with little notice. Before paying for non-refundable flights or hotels, confirm current details with your airline and the official Saudi portals, or ask our team.
Frequently asked
Questions pilgrims ask about this
Short, direct answers to the questions we hear most often from Indian pilgrims.
Are there direct flights from Hyderabad to Jeddah for Umrah?
In most seasons, yes — non-stop Hyderabad–Jeddah flights operate, alongside many one-stop options through Gulf hubs. Schedules change seasonally, so check current airline timetables before booking.
Can I fly from Hyderabad directly to Madinah?
Direct Madinah flights from Hyderabad are typically seasonal, often around Ramadan. Outside those periods most pilgrims fly to Jeddah or connect through a Gulf hub to Madinah.
Do I need to visit an office in Hyderabad to apply for my Umrah visa?
Usually not. Marhaba Haji handles the Umrah visa application online. Biometrics, if required, are mostly completed through the Saudi Visa Bio app; a centre visit is only needed in specific cases.
How long does the Umrah visa take?
Usually 1–3 working days after all documents pass review. Apply at least two weeks before travel to be safe.
Do women need a mahram for Umrah from India?
Women aged 18 and above can generally travel for Umrah without a mahram on eligible visas, often in a group. Rules differ for younger travellers — ask us about your case.
Still have a question? Ask our visa assistant in your own words — answers link back to our guides.
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