Key dates (expected)
| Event | Expected date (India) |
|---|---|
| First fast | Mon, 8 Feb 2027 |
| Saudi Arabia likely start | Sun, 7 Feb 2027 |
| Last 10 nights begin | ~Sat, 27 Feb 2027 |
| 27th night (Laylatul Qadr sought) | ~Fri–Sat, 5–6 Mar 2027 |
| Eid al-Fitr | ~Tue–Wed, 9–10 Mar 2027 |
Hijri months are 29 or 30 days confirmed by sighting, so every date above can shift by a day - and India frequently begins one day after Saudi Arabia. Plan flights with a day’s slack on both ends.
What this means for Umrah
- Early Ramadan (8–20 Feb): the value window - full Ramadan atmosphere at 60–70% of last-10-nights prices. Departures around 8 February.
- Last 10 nights (27 Feb–9 Mar): taraweeh at the Haram at maximum intensity, and maximum crowds and prices. These groups waitlist by October 2026.
- An Umrah in Ramadan is authentically reported to carry the reward of a Hajj - which is exactly why 30 million people try to be there.
February in Makkah is pleasant, 20–32°C. Fasting is expected of pilgrims too; hotels run full suhoor and iftar service, and the Haram distributes iftar to everyone present.
Questions
When does Ramadan 2027 start in India?
Expected first fast is Monday, 8 February 2027, with the moon sighted the evening of 7 February - subject to actual sighting; India often begins a day after Saudi Arabia.
When are the last 10 nights of Ramadan 2027?
From roughly 27 February to Eid around 9–10 March 2027, with the 27th night falling around 5–6 March. This is the peak Umrah window of the year.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?
Expected Tuesday or Wednesday, 9–10 March 2027 in India, depending on the Shawwal moon.
When should I book a Ramadan 2027 Umrah package?
By October 2026 for last-10-nights groups, which waitlist first. Early-Ramadan departures hold availability into December at 60–70% of the peak price.