Plan a comfortable and memorable family Umrah journey with Al Momin Travel.
Family Umrah packages from the UK usually start from around £755 per person and cover flights, family rooms, visa processing and transport in one booking. A comfortable trip comes down to a few early choices: the right room setup, a hotel close to the Haram, a sensible trip length and travel dates that suit your children’s school calendar. Al Momin Travel arranges family trips like this from several UK airports.
What Makes a Family Umrah Package Different From a Solo Booking?
A family package is built around shared rooms and group travel, so everyone stays together and the cost per person is lower.
- Quad and triple sharing rooms for parents with children
- One booking for flights, hotels, visa and transfers
- Hotels chosen with the walk to Masjid al-Haram in mind
- Support for grandparents, toddlers and teenagers in the same group
Booking everyone together also means one agency, one point of contact and one ATOL Certificate covering the whole family.
Which Hotel Rating Suits a Family Best?
For most UK families, a 4 star hotel gives the best mix of comfort, walking distance and price.
| Hotel | Walk to the Haram | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| 3 star | Walking distance, often 10 to 15 minutes in Makkah | Families on a tighter budget with older children |
| 4 star | Around 5 to 10 minutes | Most families, including those with young children |
| 5 star | A short walk, some very close to the Haram | Grandparents, three generations travelling together |
A shorter walk matters more than people expect. After a long flight, small children get tired quickly, and a 5 minute walk back to the room before the next prayer makes the day far easier.
Is It Worth Paying More for a Closer Hotel?
If you are travelling with elderly parents or children under six, usually yes. A hotel close to the Haram means more rest between prayers, fewer long walks in the heat and an easier routine for the whole group.
How Much Do Family Umrah Packages Cost in 2026?
Prices on the Al Momin Travel website start at £755 per person, and these are quoted on a twin sharing basis.
| Package | Nights | From (per person) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 star | 5 | £755 |
| 4 star | 12 | £810 |
| 4 star | 14 | £925 |
| 5 star | 7 | £845 |
| 5 star | 12 | £1,090 |
| Ramadan, 5 star | 7 | £990 |
Family rooms, school holiday dates and children’s ages can change the final total, so ask for a written quote with exact ages. Easter, summer and December departures usually cost £100 to £300 more per person, and Ramadan can add £200 to £600 per person.
Can Large Groups Get a Better Price?
Yes. Group bookings of 10 or more people receive discounted rates, which helps extended families travelling together.
How Long Should a Family Trip Be?
Most UK families choose 10 to 14 nights, because it leaves time to rest between rituals and avoids rushing the children.
A 7 night trip works if annual leave is short. A 14 night trip gives a calmer pace, with more rest days, time for ziyarat and room for jet lag. The site’s 14 night 4 star package is split 7 nights in Madinah and 7 nights in Makkah, which many families find balanced.
When Is the Best Time for a Family to Travel?
Easter, summer and December suit school calendars, but they cost more and fill up faster.
- Easter, summer and December: book 8 to 12 weeks ahead so family rooms are still available
- October half term: a good option when you want a shorter break
- Ramadan: book 6 to 9 months ahead, as rooms near the Haram sell out
- November to early February: usually the lowest prices and a quieter Haram, with mild weather of about 18 to 28°C in Makkah
If your children are in school, taking a short trip in half term is often easier than asking for time off in term.
What Should I Plan for Children and Elderly Parents?
Build rest into every day and tell your agency about any mobility or health needs before you book.
- Choose a direct flight where possible, around 6 hours from London to Jeddah
- Ask for ground-floor rooms or a hotel with lift access for grandparents
- Request wheelchair assistance and private transfers if walking is difficult
- Keep a light daily plan, with the main ritual in the quieter part of the day
- Pack comfortable shoes, light clothes, snacks, a refillable bottle and any regular medicines
Al Momin Travel offers wheelchair assistance, lift-access hotels, private transfers and ground-floor rooms on request, and guided support for first-time pilgrims.
Which UK Airport Is Easiest for Families?
Pick the airport closest to home, because a shorter journey to the airport helps before a long flight.
Departures are available from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Glasgow and Leeds Bradford. Direct flights suit toddlers and older relatives. A connecting flight through Doha or Istanbul can save £150 to £300 per person, but it adds 3 to 8 hours to the day.
What Documents Does Every Family Member Need?
Every traveller, including children, needs their own documents before the visa is applied for on Nusuk.
- A UK passport with at least 6 months left from your travel date
- Two recent passport photos with a white background
- A meningococcal ACWY vaccination certificate, issued at least 10 days before travel and valid for 5 years
- Birth certificates for children under 15
- A marriage certificate if surnames differ
- A mahram declaration for women under 45
Standard visa processing takes 2 to 4 working days, and 5 to 7 in busy periods. Send documents at least 4 weeks before you travel. The UK Government’s FCDO travel advice pages are a good place to check current entry rules for Saudi Arabia.
Is a Family Booking Protected?
Yes, when the agency holds ATOL protection. ATOL stands for Air Travel Organiser’s Licence, and it protects your money under UK law if the company stops trading before or during your trip.
Al Momin Travel is ATOL protected under Licence 74904, which you can check at atol.org.uk, and is approved by the Saudi Ministry of Hajj and Umrah. Family bookings are larger than solo ones, so this check matters even more.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I book a family Umrah package from the UK?
Contact an ATOL protected agency, share your airport, dates, number of adults and children, and ask for a written quote. You can call Al Momin Travel, message on WhatsApp or fill in the quote form on the website, and a consultant replies within 60 minutes in office hours.
How much does a family Umrah package cost?
Packages start from £755 per person, depending on hotel rating, number of nights and travel dates. Ramadan and school holidays cost more, so ask for the total for your whole group.
Do I need a separate visa for each child?
Yes, each person travelling needs their own Umrah visa, applied for through Nusuk. Your agency handles the application once you send the passports, photos and certificates.
Can I book family rooms for my children?
Yes. Quad and triple sharing rooms are available, which lowers the cost per person for families. Availability is best when you book early.
Is Umrah suitable for elderly parents travelling with us?
Yes, with some planning. Choose a hotel close to the Haram, ask for ground-floor rooms or lift access, and request wheelchair assistance and private transfers.
When should a family book for school holidays?
Book 8 to 12 weeks ahead for Easter, summer and December. For Ramadan, book 6 to 9 months ahead.
Conclusion
A comfortable family Umrah trip is mostly decided before you leave. Choose a hotel at a walking distance everyone can manage, book a family room, pick a trip length that does not rush the children and let your agency know about any needs of elderly parents. Prepare passports and vaccination certificates early, and book with an ATOL protected agency. With those pieces in place, your family can focus on the journey itself.
