Direct answer: Hajj 2027 expected dates
Hajj 2027 is expected to fall around 14-19 May 2027. The Day of Arafat is expected around Saturday 15 May 2027, and Eid al-Adha is expected around Sunday 16 May 2027. These dates remain provisional until Saudi confirmation and the Dhul Hijjah 1448 moon sighting.
Expected Hajj 2027 calendar
| Key Event | Expected Date (provisional) |
|---|---|
| 1st Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH | ~Friday, 7 May 2027 |
| Hajj begins (8th Dhul Hijjah) | ~Friday, 14 May 2027 |
| Day of Arafat (9th Dhul Hijjah) | ~Saturday, 15 May 2027 |
| Eid al-Adha (10th Dhul Hijjah) | ~Sunday, 16 May 2027 |
| Final Hajj days (12th-13th Dhul Hijjah) | ~Tuesday-Wednesday, 18-19 May 2027 |
| Hajj departure (typical UK) | ~1–3 days before Arafat |
| Hajj return (typical UK) | ~3–5 days after Eid |
These are estimates. The official Hajj 2027 dates will be announced by the Saudi Supreme Court and confirmed by the sighting of the Dhul Hijjah moon.
What is confirmed vs provisional?
| Status | What it means for planning |
|---|---|
| Expected month | May 2027 is a reasonable planning window from the Islamic lunar calendar. |
| Exact Gregorian dates | Not final. Plan for possible movement once the moon sighting is confirmed. |
| UK departure dates | Package and flight timings depend on the final route, package structure, and confirmed booking terms. |
| Visa and health steps | Requirements should be checked against official Saudi, Nusuk, and UK guidance before travel. |
Planning Milestones for UK Pilgrims
Mid 2026 — NOW
Early planning phase.
- Register interest for Hajj 2027 planning updates
- Research package lanes without treating any 2027 price as final
- Understand Nusuk platform expectations
- Set a savings plan around cost drivers: route, hotel distance, rooming, and support needs
Late 2026
Preparation phase.
- Watch for official-route and provider updates
- Prepare questions for confirmed package conversations
- Check passport validity and family-route issues
- Re-check vaccination and visa guidance through authoritative sources
Early 2027
Booking phase.
- Compare confirmed packages by route, proximity, rooming, and inclusions
- Request written terms before paying deposits
- Begin official booking or visa steps only through the relevant confirmed route
- Keep a copy of every confirmation and payment schedule
Mid 2027 (2–3 months before Hajj)
Pre-departure phase.
- Complete visa processing through the confirmed route
- Book flights if they are not included in the confirmed package
- Arrange travel insurance with Hajj cover
- Finalise packing and health preparations
May 2027
Hajj departure.
- UK flight to Saudi Arabia
- Check-in with your operator team
- Begin the Hajj rituals and guided programme
- Return to the UK
Planning from Hajj 2027 Dates Backwards
The most practical way to use the calendar is to plan backwards from the confirmed Hajj period:
- Booking deadline: ~Early 2027 (at least 3–4 months before Hajj)
- Visa window: ~2–4 months before Hajj
- Package comparison window: Late 2026 – Early 2027
- Early interest registration: Right now
Each stage has its own lead time. Starting now helps you prepare the facts a quote conversation needs: passport route, family size, budget pressure, walking tolerance, hotel-distance preference, and any Shia-aware or elderly-support requirements.
Not Sure About Your Dates Yet?
That is completely normal for this stage. Hajj 2027 is still far enough away that exact travel dates, package release timing, and route details can change. Register your interest if you want date and planning updates without treating the page as a booking confirmation.
Package Planning After You Check the Dates
Once you know the expected Hajj 2027 window, the next decision is package fit. Start with the route that matches your situation:
- Private Hajj packages 2027 for lower-strain support, private rooming, and closer guidance
- Hajj packages for couples if rooming and shared planning are the priority
- Nusuk Hajj 2027 for official platform preparation and package comparison
- Hajj 2027 packages from the UK for early-interest registration and route questions
- Hajj costs from the UK for budget lanes before you register interest
- Shia Hajj packages 2027 if fiqh-aware guidance and ziyaraat planning matter to your group