Emirates adds over 70 extra flights for Hajj

Over 70 extra services will be laid on to assist pilgrims during the period, the carrier said.

From now until the 22nd October, an extra 27 flights are running between Dubai and Jeddah. An additional 33 flights will operate Jeddah-Dubai between 29th October and 11th November.

An extra seven flights will go into Al Medinah al Munawarah from 13-19th October and an extra five flights will depart Medinah between 4-8th November. Dedicated check-in counters have been set up within Emirates' exclusive Terminal 3.

"Emirates aims to provide all its customers with the very best service and convenience, particularly so at this significant time of year, when many Muslims want to make this important journey," said Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Emirates' Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations, Gulf, Middle East & Iran.