Algerian pilgrims are set to commence their return journey to Algeria starting tomorrow, Sunday, following the successful completion of Hajj rituals and the conclusion of the final days of Tashreeq in Mina.
Algerian pilgrims return from Hajj
The logistics and organization for the pilgrims' homecoming are well underway, adhering to established flight schedules. These return operations are slated to begin on Sunday and will continue until July 21st.
The inaugural return flight is scheduled to depart from Jeddah Airport at 8:00 AM Algerian time, bound for Houari Boumediene Airport in Algiers.
A total of 142 flights will facilitate the return journey, operating from both Jeddah and Madinah airports in Saudi Arabia to 12 national airports across Algeria. Destinations include Algiers, Oran, Constantine, Batna, Annaba, Tlemcen, Laghouat, Ghardaia, Bechar, Adrar, Ouargla, and Tamanrasset, with the final arrivals expected by June 21st.
This year's Hajj saw over 41,000 Algerian pilgrims participate. They were accommodated in 55 hotels in Mecca and were supported by the National Office of Hajj and Umrah, alongside 50 tourism agencies.
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