Land-Only Umrah Packages from the USA

A land-only Umrah package generally covers services in Saudi Arabia without international airfare from the United States. It can be useful when you already have flights, plan to use airline miles, are arriving from another country, or want to book airfare separately.

KaabaSharif helps U.S. travelers describe the Saudi services they need once and compare quote options from participating U.S. Umrah agencies. Your direct contact details are not initially shared with agencies while options are being gathered.

Request land-only Umrah quote options

What can a land-only Umrah package include?

There is no single standard definition. A land-only quote may include some or all of the following:

  • Makkah hotel
  • Madinah hotel
  • Airport pickup and departure transfer
  • Transportation between Makkah and Madinah
  • Haramain train arrangements or station transfers
  • Private or shared vehicles
  • Visa or entry assistance when applicable
  • Ziyarat
  • Meals
  • Guide or local support

Ask for every inclusion and exclusion in writing. Do not assume “land-only” means the same thing from every agency.

Who may benefit from land-only Umrah?

Travelers who already have airfare

If you already bought your international ticket, the agency can focus on hotels, Saudi transportation, and other local services.

Travelers using airline miles or points

Booking flights separately can make sense when you have a preferred airline, loyalty benefits, or points you want to use.

Travelers continuing to another country

If you are going to another country before or after Umrah, a standard round-trip U.S. package may not fit. A land-only request can separate the Saudi portion from your international routing.

Travelers who want more flight control

Some travelers prefer to choose their own cabin, schedule, baggage allowance, or stopover and use an agency only for Saudi arrangements.

Your arrival details matter

Even when flights are not part of the agency quote, the agency needs accurate arrival and departure information to plan transportation. Share the airport, date, time, flight number when available, and whether you arrive in Jeddah or Madinah.

If your flight changes later, update the agency so transfer arrangements can be reconfirmed.

Compare exact hotels and room arrangements

Ask for the hotel name, room type, number of beds, number of nights, meal plan, and realistic walking route. “Five star” or “near the Haram” is not enough information to compare two land-only quotes.

Make every Saudi transfer clear

List the routes you need so no transfer is left ambiguous:

  • Arrival airport to first hotel
  • Makkah to Madinah or Madinah to Makkah
  • Hotel to train station when applicable
  • Station to hotel
  • Ziyarat transportation
  • Final hotel to departure airport

Ask whether each transfer is private, shared, or by train and whether luggage is included in the arrangement.

Land-only versus a package with flights

A package with flights puts more of the trip under one agency quote. Land-only gives you more control over airfare but also means you must compare the combined cost of your separate flight plus the Saudi services.

When comparing value, include airfare, baggage, airport transport in the United States, Saudi transfers, hotels, meals, and any extra services—not just the land quote.

How KaabaSharif helps

Use the Journey Planner to indicate that you already have flights or do not need airfare included. KaabaSharif can organize the remaining requirements for participating agencies to review and quote.

KaabaSharif does not book the trip or process agency payments. The selected agency remains responsible for the final quote, availability, contract, and services it provides.

Information to include in a land-only request

  • Saudi arrival and departure cities
  • Travel dates
  • Adults, children, and infants
  • Makkah and Madinah nights
  • Hotel preferences
  • Room requirements
  • Private or shared transportation
  • Ziyarat and meal needs
  • Accessibility requirements
  • Whether visa or entry assistance is requested
  • Approximate budget for the Saudi portion

Request your land-only Umrah options

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Frequently asked questions

Does land-only mean flights are not included?

Usually yes, but always confirm the written quote because agencies can use package terms differently.

Can land-only include a visa or entry assistance?

It may, depending on the agency and the traveler’s situation. Ask the agency to state exactly what assistance is included.

Can I choose my own hotels?

You can request specific hotels or categories. Availability and final price must be confirmed for your dates and room type.

Does KaabaSharif sell land-only packages?

No. KaabaSharif helps travelers request and compare quote options from participating U.S. agencies.