Pilgrims May Soon Fly Directly to Mecca as Airport Plans Take Off

Pilgrims may soon fly directly to Mecca as airport plans take off

Plans for a new airport and metro system aim to improve access for the many pilgrims that visit Mecca annually, and ease travel within the holy city.

Mecca airport, metro plans move forward, says Saudi official

Saudi official says plans for a new Mecca airport and metro are advancing, with studies completed to boost transport for residents and pilgrims.

Makkah set to get its own airport as Saudi Arabia approves plan

Makkah: Saudi Arabia has approved plans to develop an airport in Makkah, marking a significant step in expanding transport infrastructure and improving access for millions of pilgrims. Saleh Al-Rasheed, chief executive of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites, said strategic and economic directions for the project have been finalised, with the aim of building a facility to global standards. As reported by Saudi Gazette, Al-Rash…

Makkah is Officially Getting Its Own Airport

Saudi Arabia has approved plans to build a dedicated airport in Makkah, aiming to improve travel for millions of pilgrims who visit the holy city each year. The announcement was confirmed by Saleh Al-Rasheed, CEO of the Royal Commission for Makkah City and the Holy Sites. He said that all major approvals, including economic and strategic planning, have been completed. The project will now move forward through partnerships with private companies …

Makkah airport and metro plans underway: Official

Approval has been secured for the strategic and economic investment directions to develop Makkah Airport to global standards