TL; Dr:
- Saudi Arabia recorded over 140,000 domestic and international air movements
Haj 1446 Ah (2025), an increase of 8% from last year. - Major operating milestones included a single-day record of 2,338
Air traffic movement And 74,902 Ascendant to find out the major progress in arrival, ability, coordination and efficiency led by Haj. -
Saudi Hawaii Navigation Services The company managed aircraft for 213 airlines, underlined extensive international participation and the state’s important logistic role in pilgrimage.
Saudi Arabia set historic records for air traffic during the Hajj 1446Ah (2025) season, highlighting the success and scale of its national coordination to facilitate the journey of millions of pilgrims. According to official sources, the state handled over 140,000 flights (both domestic and international) during the period of arrival and departure, showing 8% year-to-year growth in volume according to the Saudi press agency.
Major matrix
- Arrival phase (Dhu al-Qidah 1: Dhu al-Hizah 8, 1446AH): 74,902 aerial movements were recorded, which represents 15% jump in the previous year.
- Departure phase (Dhu al-Hija 23: Muharram 15, 1447AH): 66,072 flights occurred, which marks an increase of 2% year-on-year.
- Single-Day Peak: On DHU Al-Hija 2, 1446 AH, Aircrafts saw 2,338 aircraft movements, a new daily record and the most comparable day in 2024.
- Airlines and connectivity: The season provided the Saudi air navigation services to 213 airlines, and further expanded the reach and diversity of the international air corridors through the Kingdom during the Hajj.
Saudi Air Navigation Services Company (SANS) played a central role by deploying advanced technical infrastructure and highly efficient air traffic controllers, engineers and maintenance teams. This refined operational reaction ensured safety, spontaneous air traffic flows and efficient routes of pilgrims at all major Saudi airports.
Strategic importance
- Readiness for peak seasons: The record number highlights the preparations for the state for managing the world’s largest annual religious movement, which has been outlined by strong national planning and technological upgrades in air navigation.
- Extension of global participation: By serving 213 separate -airlines, Saudi Arabia underlined its growing international aviation connectivity and its important role as a gateway to Muslim pilgrims worldwide.
- Support for Haj purposes: These air traffic records reflect the state’s commitment to give a safe, smooth and efficient journey to all pilgrims, which enhance the spiritual and logical success of Haj.
Haj 1446AH marked a milestone not only in a spiritual journey of millions but also in the operational excellence of Saudi Arabia’s aviation sector. By managing record-breaking air traffic with over 140,000 flights, including single-day peaks of over 2,300 movements, the Kingdom demonstrated its refined infrastructure, skilled personnel and strategic coordination.This remarkable achievement underlines commitment to facilitate the experience of a spontaneous, safe and efficient pilgrimage of Saudi Arabia, which strengthens its position as a global center for religious travel and international air connectivity. Since the state pursues its preparations and cooperation with international airlines, the future Haj season is designed to reach the higher heights of operational success and satisfaction of pilgrimage.
