Umrah Visa from Mumbai: Flights, Documents & Costs (2026)
Quick answer
Pilgrims in Mumbai 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 BOM, with return fares roughly ₹26,000–₹42,000 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 Mumbai 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 Mumbai to Saudi Arabia
Main airports: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (BOM), with Navi Mumbai (NMI) expanding services.
Mumbai has frequent non-stop flights to Jeddah and, in many seasons, to Madinah, operated by Saudia, flynas and Indian carriers, plus many one-stop options via Gulf hubs.
Mumbai is also the natural departure point for pilgrims from Pune, Nashik, Aurangabad (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Gujarat's southern districts and Goa.
What pilgrims from Mumbai should know
- Mumbai has the widest choice of Umrah flight timings in India, which makes split itineraries (arrive Madinah, depart Jeddah) easier to arrange.
- Allow extra time for Mumbai airport traffic on departure day, especially for evening Jeddah departures.
How to apply for an Umrah visa from Mumbai
- 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 requiredBiometrics are mostly completed through the Saudi Visa Bio app. Mumbai has a Saudi visa (VFS Tasheel) centre if an in-person visit is required. Confirm the current requirement before booking.
- 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 Mumbai
Return flights from Mumbai cost roughly ₹26,000–₹42,000 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 Mumbai to Madinah?
Non-stop Mumbai–Madinah flights operate in many seasons. They let you start in Madinah and end in Makkah, flying home from Jeddah. Check current schedules before booking.
Is the Umrah visa cheaper if I apply from Mumbai?
No — the visa price is the same wherever you live in India. What changes by city is the flight cost. Use our cost calculator to compare.
Do I need to go to the Saudi consulate in Mumbai?
No. Umrah visas are issued electronically. You only need a centre visit if Saudi authorities require in-person biometrics for your case.
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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