Indonesians Urged To Fly Directly To Saudi Arabia For Hajj, Umrah

Indonesia's government encourages pilgrims to bypass Malaysia and Singapore in favour of direct flights to Saudi Arabia, citing safety and economic sovereignty.

The Rakyat Post Ikhwan Zulkaflee · News & blogs · 3 hr ago

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Dahnil also expressed his appreciation to the Saudi Arabian government for its close cooperation in facilitating Umrah pilgrimages for Indonesian worshippers.
He said the government wanted to ensure that all pilgrims could perform their religious obligations properly and return home safely.
To improve service quality, Indonesia’s Ministry of Hajj will continue coordinating with Umrah travel organisers under the Association of Umrah Travel Organisers (PPIU), airlines and airport operators.

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Indonesians performing the Hajj and Umrah have been advised against transiting through neigbouring countries like Malaysia and Singapore, with the government encouraging them to take direct flights from Indonesia to Saudi Arabia instead.

According to Tribun News, Indonesia’s Deputy Minister of Hajj, Dahnil Anzar Simanjuntak, said the recommendation was aimed at strengthening the domestic economy while ensuring the safety of pilgrims, following the tension in the Middle East.

“Regarding the escalating situation in the Middle East, Saudi Arabia remains safe for Umrah pilgrims. The Foreign Ministry has also confirmed that the situation is fine. As of this moment, Umrah activities are proceeding as usual,” Dahnil was quoted as saying.

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Published: October 28, 2026 at 4:21 AM UTC
By: Ikhwan Zulkaflee
Section: Malaysia
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