Umrah from the UK can range from £700 to £3,000+ per person depending on the time of year, hotel grade and duration. Here is an honest breakdown so you can budget with no surprises.
The typical cost split
- Return flights from the UK: £400–£900
- Visa: £100–£150
- Hotels (3★ to 5★): £40–£300 per night
- Inter-city transport: £40–£80
- Daily food and personal expenses: £15–£30 per day
Why packages are usually cheaper than DIY
Travel agents buy flight and hotel inventory in bulk, often months ahead. A 4-star package from Emigre Travel typically beats the all-in DIY price by £150–£300 per person - plus you get visa support, transport and 24/7 backup.
Seasonal price patterns
Ramadan and the school holidays are the most expensive windows. The cheapest weeks are typically late January, mid-February, late May and most of October.
Where to save without compromising
- Choose a hotel 400–800m from the Haram - the walk is short and the savings are large
- Avoid the peak weeks of Ramadan - earlier or later in the month is much cheaper
- Triple- or quad-share rooms cut costs by 10–15% per person
- Travel from a regional airport via Doha or Istanbul - fares are often lower than direct from London
Related questions
Is the Umrah visa fee separate?+
In our packages, the visa fee is included in the headline price. Some smaller agents quote excluding visa - always check.
Can I pay in instalments?+
Yes - for bookings made 60+ days in advance, you can split the balance into 2–3 monthly payments.