Jeddah Airport Moves 7 Airlines to Hajj Terminal in October 2026
Seven airlines are shifting from the North Terminal to the Hajj and Umrah Terminal at King Abdulaziz International Airport between 1 and 15 October 2026.
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Commander of 1979 Makkah Grand Mosque Siege Dies at 86
Faleh bin Mohammed Al-Dhahiri, then a brigadier general, led the operation that ended the 1979 Makkah siege.
6th Hajj Conference and Exhibition To Be Held On November 8–11, 2026 in Jeddah
Sixth Hajj Conference & Exhibition 2026: Nov 8–11 in Jeddah. Global leaders gather for innovation, sustainability & pilgrim services under Vision 2030.
Jeddah Airport Reaches ACI Level 4 in Customer Experience
King Abdulaziz International Airport earns Level 4 in ACI’s five-stage customer experience accreditation programme.
Total Solar Eclipse to Turn Day Into Night in Saudi Arabia in 2027
Makkah and Jeddah are among the cities set to see a rare total solar eclipse on August 2, 2027.
Sheikh Ahmed bin Talib Hameed, Former Imam of Masjid an-Nabawi, Earns PhD Degree
Former imam of Masjid an-Nabawi (Prophet’s Mosque) receives top academic honours.
Can You Bring Extra Zamzam Water Home After Umrah?
What Umrah pilgrims need to know before packing Zamzam in their luggage — and what to do if you want more than your official 5L.
5th Hajj Conference 2025 To Take Place In Jeddah From November 9-12
Hajj Conference event improves pilgrimage services through innovation, tech, global partners under ‘From Makkah to World’ theme.
Non‑Muslims Banned from Buying Properties in Makkah and Madinah
Starting January 1, 2026, non-Saudi investors may buy property in Riyadh and Jeddah, while Mecca and Medina remain restricted to Muslim individuals and certain Saudi entities.
Red Alert Issued In Makkah and Medina Due To Thunderstorm and Floods
Intense rainstorms and flash floods have plunged parts of Saudi Arabia into chaos, transforming streets into rivers and causing widespread disruption across the holy cities of Makkah and Medina.
Heavy Thunderstorm Disrupts Umrah Flights in Jeddah
Passengers are advised to check schedule before leaving their homes.
World’s First 3D-Printed Mosque Opened In Jeddah
The implementation of 3D printing technology in Jeddah for the construction of the world’s first mosque of its kind promises a new era of modernization in the field of construction and architecture.
Pilgrims Will Be Able to Travel From Jeddah to Makkah in 35 Minutes via New Road
Construction of Jeddah-Makkah highway in Saudi Arabia 70% complete.
Jeddah Airport Now Provides Free Shuttle Service To Masjid al-Haram For Umrah and Hajj Pilgrims
King Abdulaziz International Airport, located in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, recently announced the launch of a new free shuttle…
Despite The Ban, Hajj Pilgrims Can Take ZamZam Water But Only From Jeddah Airport
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA – Hajj pilgrims returning to their countries can now take Zamzam water on board international…