The departure of pilgrims from Uzbekistan to Saudi Arabia as part of the “Hajj-2026” season will begin on May 2 and will continue until May 18. This is reported by the Muslim Board.

During this period, daily flights will be operated. For the convenience of pilgrims, direct flights to Medina will be organized from airports in nine cities — Tashkent, Namangan, Fergana, Andijan, Samarkand, Bukhara, Karshi, Termez and Urgench. Transportation of pilgrims to Medina will be provided by the Saudi low-cost airline FlyAdeal, and return flights will be operated by Uzbekistan Airways. The return is expected in the first week of June.

Quota, cost and preparation

According to data cited in a report by Kun.uz, for 2026 Uzbekistan has again been allocated a quota of 15,000 places. The cost of the Hajj trip for one person has been set at 77 million 73 thousand soums (about $6,400).

At the same time, organizational procedures are ongoing: pilgrims are undergoing medical examinations and vaccination against meningitis, the processing of Hajj visas and the required documents is being completed, groups are being formed and pre-departure classes are being held. To register for Hajj next year, an electronic queue is available via the Unified Portal of Interactive Public Services and the website www.haj-umra.gov.uz.