Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) has completed all preparations for its pre-Hajj operation.
According to sources, the operation will start on April 18 and continue until May 21. In the first phase, PIA will operate flights to Medina and Jeddah, transporting over 60,000 pilgrims to the holy sites through 202 flights.
Pilgrim Breakdown: 49,000 will travel under the government Hajj scheme, and 11,000 under private Hajj schemes.
Departure Cities:
Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore, Sialkot, Quetta, Faisalabad, and Multan.
Post-Hajj Operation:
PIA will operate flights from May 30 to June 30 for returning pilgrims.
Aircraft Used:
Boeing 777 and Airbus 320.
PIA assures smooth travel for all pilgrims, ensuring timely departures and arrivals during the Hajj season.
It worth noting that PIA is getting momentum again. After six years of ban from some countries,it is scheduled to resume direct flights to London.
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