Religious Transport Protocol #UT-RP-03

Sacred Miqat Stopping & Ihram Guidelines

Updated August 2026. Standard protocol for pilgrims making sacred Ihram stops when traveling between Madinah, Jeddah Airport, and Makkah al-Mukarramah.

Miqat Dhul Hulaifah (Abyar Ali) — Madinah to Makkah

Located approximately 9 km from Madinah Al Munawwarah. This is the designated Miqat for pilgrims traveling from Madinah toward Makkah.

Driver Waiting Allowance

45 minutes of complimentary waiting time included for shower, ablution, 2 Rakat Sunnah prayer, and Niyyah (intention).

Luggage Security

Vehicle remains locked with driver attending your luggage while pilgrims perform prayer and enter Ihram inside the mosque complex.

Miqat Al-Juhfah (Rabigh) & Yalamlam — Airport Arrivals

For pilgrims landing at Jeddah Airport (JED) who did not assume Ihram aboard the airplane, drivers can coordinate a stop at Miqat Al-Juhfah near Rabigh upon request prior to reaching Makkah.

Important Note: Please request a Miqat stop at the time of booking so your itinerary duration and route coordinates are locked in advance.