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Last updated: 18 Jun 2026, 2:20 AM (Saudi time)
Saudia has launched Hajj 2026 operations with 160 aircraft and over one million seats spanning 145 global destinations, as part of Saudi Arabia's total air transport plan of 3.1 million seats across 12,000 flights.
Saudi Arabia has imposed fines of up to SAR 100,000 for facilitating unauthorised Hajj and up to SAR 20,000 for pilgrims performing Hajj without a permit, alongside 10-year re-entry bans for violators.
Hajj 2026 weather: High of 44ºC in Makkah holy sites starting Day of Arafah Khaleej Times
Saudi Climate Center issues alert for Hajj Pilgrims: severe heat and dust storm warning for Makkah & Madinah | Associated Press Of Pakistan
Defying the War: 1.5 Million Pilgrims Flood Mecca Now for Hajj 2026 Despite Massive Middle East Conflict Travel And Tour World
ANTARA appreciate Saudi Arabias preparedness for Hajj 2026 facilities ANTARA News
ANTARA appreciate Saudi Arabia's preparedness for Hajj 2026 facilities ANTARA News
Emir of Makkah reviews operational plans for the upcoming Hajj Saudi Gazette