Emirates is increasing services for the Hajj, with 10 new flights to Jeddah and Medina from June 21 to June 26.
The flights, operated by an A350 and B777, will cater for markets including South Africa, Mauritius, Senegal, Côte d’Ivoire, Pakistan and Thailand.
The additional flights will be operated alongside Emirates’ scheduled services to the two Saudi gateways, providing more choice for pilgrims.
The airline has also deployed 19 flights to cities including Amman, Dammam, Kuwait and Beirut, among others, to meet high demand during Eid Al-Adha in mid-June.