Introduction
Iraqi Airways has officially announced the successful completion of its operational plan for transporting Iraqi Hajj pilgrims by air for the 1447 AH / 2026 Hajj season.
The national carrier completed the transportation of pilgrims to the Holy Land through organized and scheduled flights operated from various Iraqi airports to Jeddah and Madinah.
Successful Hajj Operations
Under the supervision of the Iraqi Minister of Transport, Iraqi Airways implemented a comprehensive operational and service plan throughout the Hajj season.
According to Iraqi Airways, the airline successfully operated:
- 125 direct flights
- Transportation of approximately 23,000 Iraqi pilgrims
- Flights from multiple Iraqi airports
- Services to Jeddah and Madinah airports
The operations were carried out with high organization, smooth coordination and operational efficiency.
Commitment to Passenger Service
The airline emphasized that continuous coordination between operational teams, technical staff and administrative departments played a major role in the success of the Hajj transportation plan.
Iraqi Airways continues to focus on:
- Safe and reliable travel
- Organized flight schedules
- Comfortable passenger experience
- Efficient airport operations
- Quality services for pilgrims
Preparations for Return Flights
Following the successful completion of outbound pilgrim transportation, Iraqi Airways has now started preparations for the reverse airlift operation to return pilgrims safely back to Iraq.
The airline is coordinating with the Hajj and Umrah authorities and all supporting departments to ensure a smooth and organized return process according to scheduled flight plans.
Conclusion
The successful completion of Iraqi Airways’ Hajj operational plan highlights the airline’s readiness, efficiency and commitment to serving Iraqi pilgrims with professionalism and high-quality services throughout the Hajj season.
Reference Source
This news was sourced from the official Iraqi Airways Facebook page: