Ramadan 1448 AH is expected to begin around 8 February 2027, based on the Umm al-Qura calendar, though the exact start date is confirmed only after moon sighting closer to the time. Ramadan Umrah is the most sought-after and most expensive time to travel — Ramadan packages from Pakistan start from PKR 700,000 per person with flights, against from PKR 300,000 in an off-peak month, and the last ten nights near the Haram cost the most.
Because dates depend on moon sighting, SafirAvia recommends planning around the expected week rather than a fixed date, and building in flexibility of a day or two on either side of your intended departure.
Why Umrah in Ramadan
The Prophet ﷺ said: “Perform Umrah when Ramadan comes, for Umrah in Ramadan is equal to Hajj (in reward).” (Sahih al-Bukhari 1782). That is why Ramadan, and its last ten nights above all, is the busiest and most expensive time of the Umrah year.
Ramadan 2027 by Ashra: dates and who each suits
Ramadan 1448 is expected to begin around 8 February 2027 (Umm al-Qura calendar; moon sighting confirms it). That puts the three Ashras roughly here:
| Ashra | Expected dates | Crowds and hotels | Suits |
|---|---|---|---|
| First ten days (Rahmah) | about 8–17 Feb 2027 | Calmest of the three; widest hotel choice | Elderly parents, first Ramadan Umrah, families on a budget |
| Middle ten days (Maghfirah) | about 18–27 Feb 2027 | Busier each day; good hotels still available if booked early | Families who want Ramadan without the peak |
| Last ten nights (Itq min an-Nar) | from the evening of about 27 Feb to Eid, around 9 Mar 2027 | Peak crowds; hotels near the Haram contracted first and cost the most | Pilgrims seeking Laylat al-Qadr; book first |
Many families combine the second and third Ashras, or spend the last nights in Madinah, which is often slightly calmer than Makkah. Every Ashra starts from PKR 700,000 per person with flights; the hotel you choose decides the rest.
Why Ramadan Umrah costs more
Two things drive the price up: hotel rates near the Haram rise sharply as demand peaks during the last ten nights in particular, when many pilgrims specifically seek Laylat al-Qadr in Makkah or Madinah; and flights fill early, so airlines raise fares as seats become scarce. The same hotel can cost two to three times its off-peak rate during the last ten nights.
When to book for Ramadan 2027
Book 8-10 weeks before the expected Ramadan start — meaning by early-to-mid December 2026 for the best hotel selection close to the Haram. Waiting until Ramadan is confirmed by moon sighting usually means the best-located hotels and the most convenient flight times are already gone; earlier booking with a flexible-date policy is the safer approach.
First ten days vs last ten nights
Many families split their preference: the first ten days of Ramadan are calmer, hotel rates are closer to normal, and fasting in Makkah or Madinah is less crowded. The last ten nights are the most spiritually significant for many pilgrims but also the most expensive and the most crowded, particularly around the odd nights when Laylat al-Qadr is sought. Tell us your priority and we will build the itinerary and hotel choice around it.
What a Ramadan package typically includes
Same structure as any SafirAvia Umrah package — Nusuk-registered hotel, visa processed through our licensed operator partner, and return flights — but booked against a much tighter hotel and seat inventory. We recommend confirming your exact travel window (rather than a single date) with us as early as possible, since Ramadan dates shift by a day or two depending on the moon sighting each year.
Fasting and travel considerations
If your group is fasting while travelling, plan arrival times around Iftar and Suhoor where possible, and expect slower movement around the Haram in the hour before Iftar as crowds gather. Pack dates and a light snack for the flight itself in case Iftar falls during travel.
Alternative: off-peak Umrah at lower cost
If Ramadan dates specifically aren't required for your family, an off-peak Umrah in a quieter month costs significantly less for the same hotel tier and is far easier to book on short notice. See Umrah packages for the starting price of each hotel tier.
Facts on this page were checked on 6 October 2026 against: islamicfinder.org · sunnah.com