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Hajj 2027 Dates UK: When Is Hajj 1448 AH?
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Quick answer
“Hajj 2027 is Hajj 1448 AH. The rites run 8–13 Dhul Hijjah. Calendar conversions based on Umm al-Qura currently place that window around 14–19 May 2027 (Day of Arafah expected Saturday 15 May; Eid al-Adha Sunday 16 May). Saudi moon-sighting can shift this by a day. UK packages last much longer than those six days — budget leave around the whole itinerary, not only Arafah. Confirm dates on official Saudi / Nusuk announcements before you lock non-refundable tickets.”
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Searchers want a Gregorian date they can put in a leave form. Fair. The honest version is a projection plus a buffer. This page will not pretend a blog can outrank the Saudi moon-sighting committee. Pair it with how to book Hajj from the UK and Hajj cost 2027.
Projected Hajj 2027 dates (Umm al-Qura, not a fatwa)
Direct answer: Multiple Hijri–Gregorian conversions for 1448 AH currently show 8 Dhul Hijjah on Friday 14 May 2027 and 10 Dhul Hijjah (Eid) on Sunday 16 May 2027. Treat that as a planning window. Official confirmation comes closer to the season.
| Hijri (Dhul Hijjah 1448) | Projected Gregorian | What UK pilgrims usually experience |
|---|---|---|
| 8 — Tarwiyah | Fri 14 May 2027 | Move toward Mina (follow your group plan) |
| 9 — Arafah | Sat 15 May 2027 | The standing; overnight toward Muzdalifah |
| 10 — Eid / Nahr | Sun 16 May 2027 | Jamarat, sacrifice arrangements, Tawaf al-Ifadah as scheduled |
| 11–13 — Tashreeq | Mon 17–Wed 19 May 2027 | Mina days; farewell Tawaf often around the end of the window |
A one-day shift either way is normal. If your employer only understands “the third week of May”, ask for a buffer on both sides. Package nights in Makkah and Madinah usually sit outside this six-day core — see the Hajj guide.
How long should UK travellers take off?
The rites are short. The trip is not. Flights from Heathrow or Manchester, Madinah nights, recovery, and shifting hotel moves stretch most UK itineraries to two or three weeks. Cost and duration live together in the price guide. Do not book annual leave equal only to 14–19 May and then discover your group lands on 8 May.
Dates are not a Hajj place
Knowing May 2027 does not book you a place. That is Nusuk Hajj, as GOV.UK states. An agency quote for hotels in May is still not a quota.
Sources & caveat
Projected conversion: Umm al-Qura-style calendars in public Hijri tools (cross-checked August 2026). Binding dates: Saudi moon-sighting / official Hajj announcements. Booking: Nusuk. Last reviewed 15 August 2026 — we will update this page when official 1448 announcements land.
Frequently asked questions
When is Hajj 2027 from the UK?
The Hajj days are 8–13 Dhul Hijjah 1448 AH, currently projected around 14–19 May 2027, subject to moon sighting. Your UK package will be longer than that window.
When is Arafah 2027?
9 Dhul Hijjah, currently projected Saturday 15 May 2027. Confirm closer to the season.
When is Eid al-Adha 2027 in Saudi Arabia?
10 Dhul Hijjah, currently projected Sunday 16 May 2027. UK Eid locally can differ by a day — do not mix community Eid with Hajj logistics.
Are these dates confirmed?
No. They are calendar projections. Official Saudi confirmation is the source of truth.
Should I buy non-refundable flights now?
Only with a buffer and refund language you accept. See Hajj flights from the UK and booking safety.