The General Authority for Hajj and Umrah in Libya has announced that 20 flights have departed from various Libyan airports to transport pilgrims to Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj season.
Hatem Al-Lafi, spokesperson for the authority, said around 3,000 Libyan pilgrims have so far arrived in the holy lands to perform Hajj rituals.
Speaking to local media, Al-Lafi confirmed that the condition of the pilgrims remains stable, adding that the authority is continuously monitoring their health conditions and travel procedures to ensure smooth arrangements throughout the pilgrimage season.
The ongoing airlift operation is part of Libya’s annual Hajj programme, which coordinates transportation, accommodation and healthcare services for Libyan pilgrims travelling to Mecca and Medina.
Officials said flights are continuing from several airports across Libya as preparations intensify ahead of the peak Hajj period, with coordination underway between Libyan authorities and Saudi officials to facilitate arrivals and religious procedures.
The Hajj pilgrimage represents one of the largest annual religious gatherings in the world, drawing millions of Muslims to Saudi Arabia each year.
