Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has officially announced the commencement of its pre-Hajj operation, which will run from April 29 to June 1. During this period, the national carrier will transport more than 56,000 Pakistani pilgrims to Saudi Arabia through 280 special flights.
Reports said PIA will transport 20,000 pilgrims under the government’s Hajj scheme and 36,000 under the private scheme.
To make the journey more comfortable, Boeing 777 and Airbus 320 aircraft will be used for the Hajj flights.
PIA’s post-Hajj operation will begin on June 12 and continue until July 10. A coordinated flight system will be set up to bring back returning Hajj pilgrims to the country.
Officials have stated that special arrangements have been made to ensure that all flights operate on time and safely. Every possible facility will be provided to the pilgrims to prevent any inconvenience during their journey.
In 2025, Pakistan is allocated a Hajj quota of 179,210 pilgrims. This quota is split evenly between government and private Hajj schemes.
