DDHK. ORG – Saudi Arabia will welcome 2023 pilgrims from various countries at six airports. As is known, soon the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia will welcome his arrival pilgrims from the whole world.
Saudi Arabia is also preparing six airports across the country, such as Jeddah, Medina, Riyadh, Dammam, Taif and Yanbu, which will be the points of arrival and return of pilgrims.
As reported Republika, it was reported that the national carrier Saudia will transport pilgrims from more than 100 itineraries, as well as 14 seasonal destinations globally.
Gulf News on Monday (8/5/2023) said that Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Medina will receive the first flights of pilgrims on May 21.
Saudia plans to use 176 aircraft and allocate 1,2 million seats to provide a seamless travel experience for pilgrims.
In the upcoming Hajj season, the airline employs 8.000 cabin crew members who are fluent in 42 languages. They will also offer educational e-books about Hajj and Umrah in 14 languages.
In-flight Islamic content has been updated to include 134 hours of religious programming and 590 hours of readings Alquran, along with other Islamic programs in multiple languages.
To raise awareness among pilgrims, Saudia Group will share messages in their languages through Hajj missions, organizations in Mecca and Medina, as well as at pilgrims' residences or accommodations.
These messages will include travel details, baggage restrictions and requirements to facilitate the smooth running of the pilgrimage. For the first time, Flyadeal as a subsidiary of Saudia, will also participate in transporting pilgrims.
The Saudia Group has the goal of achieving operational efficiency while adhering to safety standards. They offer services like delivery of Zamzam water bottles and additional flights to Medina. [DDHK News]
