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Umrah Cost From Canada: Flights from Toronto/Montreal/Vancouver & CAD Budgeting (2026/2027)
Reviewed by North American Regional DeskPublished: August 14, 2026 • Updated: August 18, 2026 17 min read
Verified 2026/2027 Data
Quick Answer & Key Summary
A 12-to-14-day Umrah trip from Canada generally costs between CAD $2,700 and CAD $4,200 per person for balanced 4-star comfort, including return flights, 1-year multiple entry Saudi tourist eVisa, Makkah/Madinah hotels, Haramain train, and food.
Key Takeaways at a Glance
- •Canadian passport holders qualify for the instant online Saudi 1-year multi-entry tourist eVisa ($128 USD / ~CAD $175).
- •Saudia operates direct flights from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to Jeddah (JED) and Riyadh during peak seasons.
- •One-stop transit flights via Turkish Airlines (Istanbul), Qatar Airways (Doha), and Emirates (Dubai) offer competitive fares and flexible 2x23kg baggage allowances.
- •December winter break, March spring break, and Ramadan represent high-demand travel spikes for Canadian Muslim families.
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Published Market BenchmarkOrigin Country & Travel Season
Common route: Karachi / Lahore / Islamabad → Jeddah / Madinah (Direct or Gulf transit)
Moderate weather, steady pilgrim flow, standard baseline pricing.
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2 Person(s) · 14 NightsTravelers & Nights Split
Adults (12+ yr)
2
Children (2–11 yr)
0
Infants (<2 yr)
0
Total Trip Nights14 Nights
3 Nights (Weekend)10 Nights (Standard)14 Nights (2-Week)30 Nights (Extended)
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Hotel Preference & Room Allocation
Distance: 450m – 900m or quick hotel shuttle
Distance: 300m – 700m (Southern / Western Central Area)
(Rec: 1)
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Transportation & Airfare
300 km/h bullet train between Jeddah Airport, Makkah, and Madinah (2 hours 20 mins intercity). Modern, punctual, comfortable.
(~$493)
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Food, Visa & Safety Contingency
Estimated Total Budget2 pax · 14 nts
$4,063
≈ 15,235 SAR (1 SAR ≈ 0.267 USD)
Per Person$2,032
Daily Average$290/day
📊Expense Distribution7 Categories
Budget Split100%USD
Itemized Tariff Summary
✈️ Flights$987
🏨 Hotels (9M / 5M)$1,291
🚆 Local Transport & Transfers$237
🍽️ Food & Meals$635
📑 Visa, Insurance & Admin$283
🛍️ Shopping, SIM & Essentials$261
🛡️ Contingency Reserve (10%)$369
Calculation Transparency
Estimate based on 1 room(s), 2 adult(s), 14 nights during standard. Actual booking rates vary by dates, availability, and foreign transaction fees.
Estimated 14-Night Umrah Budget from Canada (in CAD $)
Cost Breakdown per Adult Pilgrim (CAD)
Comparison & Budget Breakdown
4 Columns • 8 RowsReturn Flights (YYZ / YUL / YVR)
Row 1Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $1,150 – CAD $1,550 (Transit)
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $1,500 – CAD $2,100 (Direct/1-Stop)
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $4,500 – CAD $8,200 (Business Class)
Saudi 1-Year Tourist eVisa
Row 2Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $175
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $175
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $175
Makkah Hotel (8 Nights)
Row 3Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $340 – CAD $520 (Quad in Azizia)
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $850 – CAD $1,350 (Twin in Ajyad)
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $2,800 – CAD $6,200 (5★ Courtyard)
Madinah Hotel (6 Nights)
Row 4Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $250 – CAD $390 (Quad in Central Area)
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $650 – CAD $980 (Twin in Markazia)
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $1,900 – CAD $3,800 (5★ Front-Row)
Haramain Bullet Train & Taxis
Row 5Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $100 – CAD $160
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $190 – CAD $310
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $550 – CAD $980 (Private GMC Yukon)
Food & Living Expenses (14 Days)
Row 6Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $280 – CAD $390
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $500 – CAD $720
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $1,200 – CAD $2,100 (Hotel Buffets)
SIM, Incidentals & 10% Contingency
Row 7Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $200 – CAD $320
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $380 – CAD $550
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $800 – CAD $1,600
TOTAL PER PERSON IN CAD
Row 8Economy Tier (CAD)
CAD $2,495 – CAD $3,505
Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD)
CAD $4,245 – CAD $6,185
5★ Luxury (CAD)
CAD $11,925 – CAD $23,055+
| Expense Category | Economy Tier (CAD) | Balanced 4★ Comfort (CAD) | 5★ Luxury (CAD) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return Flights (YYZ / YUL / YVR) | CAD $1,150 – CAD $1,550 (Transit) | CAD $1,500 – CAD $2,100 (Direct/1-Stop) | CAD $4,500 – CAD $8,200 (Business Class) |
| Saudi 1-Year Tourist eVisa | CAD $175 | CAD $175 | CAD $175 |
| Makkah Hotel (8 Nights) | CAD $340 – CAD $520 (Quad in Azizia) | CAD $850 – CAD $1,350 (Twin in Ajyad) | CAD $2,800 – CAD $6,200 (5★ Courtyard) |
| Madinah Hotel (6 Nights) | CAD $250 – CAD $390 (Quad in Central Area) | CAD $650 – CAD $980 (Twin in Markazia) | CAD $1,900 – CAD $3,800 (5★ Front-Row) |
| Haramain Bullet Train & Taxis | CAD $100 – CAD $160 | CAD $190 – CAD $310 | CAD $550 – CAD $980 (Private GMC Yukon) |
| Food & Living Expenses (14 Days) | CAD $280 – CAD $390 | CAD $500 – CAD $720 | CAD $1,200 – CAD $2,100 (Hotel Buffets) |
| SIM, Incidentals & 10% Contingency | CAD $200 – CAD $320 | CAD $380 – CAD $550 | CAD $800 – CAD $1,600 |
| TOTAL PER PERSON IN CAD | CAD $2,495 – CAD $3,505 | CAD $4,245 – CAD $6,185 | CAD $11,925 – CAD $23,055+ |
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Canadian Departure Hubs: Direct vs. 1-Stop Transit Routes
Long-haul routing from Canadian gateways requires choosing between direct seasonal charters and premium Gulf flag carriers:
- 1Toronto Pearson (YYZ):
- •Direct Non-Stop Flights: Saudia operates seasonal non-stop widebody flights (approx. 12.5 hours outbound, 13.5 hours inbound) to Jeddah (JED).
- •Top 1-Stop Options: Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul with free hotel stopover programs), EgyptAir (via Cairo), Qatar Airways (via Doha), Emirates (via Dubai), and Etihad (via Abu Dhabi).
- 1Montreal-Trudeau (YUL):
- •Frequent 1-stop connections via Royal Air Maroc (Casablanca), Air France, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines.
- 1Vancouver (YVR), Calgary (YYC) & Edmonton (YEG):
- •Western Canadian pilgrims fly via European or Middle Eastern hubs (London Heathrow, Frankfurt, Istanbul, Doha) with total travel times averaging 18–22 hours.
Review our Smart Umrah Packing List for long-haul in-flight essentials, compression socks, and unscented hygiene products compliant with Ihram Rules & Miqat Boundaries.
Best Seasons to Travel from Canada: Weather & Price Cycles
Canadian Muslim families generally coordinate pilgrimage dates with provincial school calendars:
- •December Winter Break (Peak Demand): Milder temperatures in Makkah (24°C–28°C) and cool evenings in Madinah (14°C–18°C). Flights from Toronto/Montreal book out 3–5 months in advance.
- •March Spring Break (Balanced Season): Moderate crowds and pleasant springtime desert climate before summer temperatures rise.
- •Ramadan (Spiritual Peak): Last 10 nights of Ramadan carry maximum spiritual reward with hotel prices reaching 3x–5x baseline rates.
To explore hotel options within walking distance of the Haram, visit our Makkah Hotel & Distance Guide and Madinah Central Markazia Guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
Saudia offers direct non-stop flights from Toronto with dedicated in-flight prayer areas and call to prayer announcements. Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways are also highly rated for comfortable layover lounges and smooth wheelchair assistance at transit hubs.