How Long Does Umrah Take in Total?
On average, Umrah takes between 3 to 6 hours from start to finish.
However, the time can be shorter or longer depending on several factors like crowd size, your walking speed, and prayer breaks.
Let’s break it down step by step so it’s easy to understand.
Step-by-Step Time Breakdown
1. Ihram & Intention (Before Entering Makkah)
⏱ 15–30 minutes
This includes:
Wearing Ihram
Making intention (niyyah)
Reciting Talbiyah
👉 This is usually done before reaching Makkah, so it doesn’t add much time inside the Haram.
2. Tawaf (Circling the Kaaba)
⏱ 45 minutes to 1.5 hours
Tawaf means walking 7 rounds around the Kaaba inside Masjid al-Haram.
Less crowd → faster Tawaf
Heavy crowd (especially evenings & weekends) → takes longer
After Tawaf, 2 rak’ahs of prayer are offered
3. Sa’i (Safa to Marwa)
⏱ 45 minutes to 1 hour
Sa’i involves walking 7 times between Safa and Marwa.
- Path is air-conditioned
- Wheelchairs available if needed
- Usually smooth and well-managed
Most pilgrims complete Sa’i comfortably within an hour.
4. Hair Cutting (Halq or Taqsir)
⏱ 15–30 minutes
- Men: shaving or trimming hair
- Women: trimming a small portion
This officially completes your Umrah.
Total Time Summary
Ihram & Intention ( 15–30 mins )
Tawaf ( 45–90 mins )
Sa’i ( 45–60 mins )
Hair Cutting ( 15–30 mins )
Total Umrah Time ( 3–6 hours )
What Can Make Umrah Take Longer?
Some situations may increase the time:
- Peak seasons (Ramadan, weekends)
- High crowd density
- Elderly or children in the group
- Stopping for prayers during Umrah
- Personal pace and rest breaks
Best Time to Perform Umrah Quickly
✔ Late night (after 12 AM)
✔ Early morning (after Fajr)
✔ Non-peak months
✔ Weekdays instead of weekends
Final Words
Umrah does not take days — it can be completed within a few hours. What matters most is peace, patience, and intention, not speed. Take your time, focus on your duas, and enjoy this beautiful spiritual journey.
