How Much Does Food Cost During Umrah? Meal Price Breakdown for 7, 10 & 14 Days

Food is one of the most overlooked costs when planning Umrah. Flights, hotels, and visas take centre stage — but once you land in Makkah or Madinah, you need to eat three times a day for 7, 10, or 14 days. That adds up quickly.

This guide breaks down Umrah meal costs clearly and honestly. Whether you are travelling on a tight budget, a comfortable mid-range plan, or a full luxury package, you will find realistic per-day and total food costs for every meal type — breakfast only, half-board, and full-board.

All prices are quoted in GBP (£) for UK pilgrims, with Saudi Riyal (SAR) references where helpful. The approximate exchange rate used is £1 = 4.7 SAR.

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Why Meal Planning Matters for Umrah

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Food costs during Umrah vary enormously depending on where you eat. Hotel buffets typically run 60–80 SAR (£13–£17) per person per meal, while a filling plate of rice and chicken at a local South Asian restaurant cost as little as 20–30 SAR (£4–£6).

Understanding your options before you travel means fewer surprises, less financial stress, and more mental space for worship.

Umrah Meal Cost Summary Table

Meal Plan	Duration	Budget	Mid-Range	Luxury
Breakfast Only	7 days	£21–£35	£56–£84	£210–£294
Breakfast Only	10 days	£30–£50	£80–£120	£300–£420
Breakfast Only	14 days	£42–£70	£112–£168	£420–£588
Half-Board	7 days	£70–£98	£126–£168	£420–£560
Half-Board	10 days	£100–£140	£180–£240	£600–£800
Half-Board	14 days	£140–£196	£252–£336	£840–£1,120
Full-Board	7 days	£98–£140	£168–£224	£560–£700
Full-Board	10 days	£140–£200	£240–£320	£800–£1,000
Full-Board	14 days	£196–£280	£336–£448	£1,120–£1,400

The Three Meal Plans Explained

Breakfast Only

This is the best option for those pilgrims who want to eat little, have variety in their meals or simply want to spend as little money as possible.

Half-Board Meals

Your package or hotel includes breakfast and one main meal per day — usually dinner. You source one meal independently. This is the most popular balance of convenience and cost for UK pilgrims.

Full-Board Meals

All three meals are included — breakfast, lunch, and dinner. No need to think about where to eat. This works well for elderly pilgrims, families with young children, or anyone who wants a completely hassle-free trip.

Budget Umrah Meal Prices

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Budget meal plans are based on eating at local eateries, food courts, Al Baik, and small South Asian or Yemeni restaurants near the Haram. These are clean, halal, and filling — and extremely popular with UK pilgrims.

Budget — Breakfast Only

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£3–£5
7 days	£21–£35
10 days	£30–£50
14 days	£42–£70

A budget breakfast in Makkah is simple and affordable. A foul tamees (bean stew wrap) costs around 2–3 SAR. An Al Baik breakfast sandwich runs 3–5 SAR. A local omelette with bread is around 8–10 SAR. You are looking at £3–£5 per person per day maximum for a proper budget breakfast.

10-day estimate: approximately £30 per person for breakfast only on a budget.

For lunches and dinners not included in your plan, budget an additional £8–£12 per day at local restaurants, bringing your total independent food spend to roughly £11–£17 per day.

Budget — Half-Board Meals

Half-board at a budget level means a simple hotel breakfast plus one main meal from a local restaurant or food court.

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£10–£14
7 days	£70–£98
10 days	£100–£140
14 days	£140–£196

One main meal at a South Asian or Yemeni restaurant near the Haram — a generous portion of rice, curry, and bread — typically costs 20–30 SAR (£4–£6). Combined with a budget breakfast, your half-board daily spend sits comfortably at £10–£14.

Budget — Full-Board Meals

Eating all three meals from affordable local options — breakfast stalls, Al Baik, local curry houses — keeps full-board surprisingly manageable.

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£14–£20
7 days	£98–£140
10 days	£140–£200
14 days	£196–£280

A rough daily breakdown on a full budget:

Breakfast: £3–£5
Lunch: £5–£8
Dinner: £6–£10
Daily total: £14–£23

Local pilgrims regularly report feeding a family of three for 100 SAR a day eating like this, which confirms how achievable budget full-board can be.

Mid-Range Umrah Meal Prices

Per day	£8–£12
7 days	£56–£84
10 days	£80–£120
14 days	£112–£168

A hotel-included breakfast at mid-range level covers a full buffet spread. If your hotel does not include breakfast, a comparable café-style breakfast near the Haram costs 35–55 SAR (£7–£12) per person.

Mid-Range — Half-Board Meals

This is the most commonly booked meal plan on UK Umrah packages. Breakfast and dinner are included. You eat lunch independently.

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£18–£24
7 days	£126–£168
10 days	£180–£240
14 days	£252–£336

Standard industry pricing for half-board on UK Umrah packages: £80–£100 per person for 10 days. This is achievable when hotel meals are included at a sensible rate and lunch is sourced from Safwah Tower or Jabal Omar food courts (approximately 25–50 SAR per person).

Mid-Range — Full-Board Meals

All three meals are covered, typically through hotel dining or a package arrangement. This removes the need to navigate food independently and is ideal for older pilgrims or those making their first trip.

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£24–£32
7 days	£168–£224
10 days	£240–£320
14 days	£336–£448

Mid-range full-board covers consistent, comfortable dining without the premium of five-star hotel buffets. Expect hotel-included meals or arrangements with a reliable local restaurant partner.

Luxury (Premium) Umrah Meal Prices

Luxury meal plans are either hotel buffet-style meals, food courts or five-star hotel fine dining at the Abraj Al-Bait, and all-ins included full-board with extra guided Ziyarat.

Makkah hotel buffet prices vary according to the hotel’s standard between 150–200 SAR (£32–£42) for a meal per person. Luxury full-board packages commonly combine this expense alongside Ziyarat tours and guided visits to various historical and religious sites, which makes it a sound investment for travelers looking for a completely managed spiritual journey.

Luxury — Breakfast Only

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£30–£42
7 days	£210–£294
10 days	£300–£420
14 days	£420–£588

A luxury hotel breakfast buffet near Masjid al-Haram — think the Swissotel, Conrad, or Hilton Suites properties — covers an extensive spread of hot and cold options. Priced into a premium package, this typically adds £30–£42 per person per day.

Luxury — Half-Board Meals

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£60–£80
7 days	£420–£560
10 days	£600–£800
14 days	£840–£1,120

Half-board at a luxury level covers a full buffet breakfast plus a dinner at the hotel restaurant or a premium dining venue. An additional lunch from a quality food court or restaurant would add approximately £15–£20 per day on top if not included.

Luxury — Full-Board Meals

This is the most comprehensive meal option and is often included as part of a premium all-inclusive Umrah package. Meals, Ziyarat tours, and guided historical visits are typically bundled together at this tier.

Duration	Cost per Person
Per day	£80–£100
7 days	£560–£700
10 days	£800–£1,000
14 days	£1,120–£1,400

Standard industry pricing for premium full-board on UK Umrah packages: approximately £150 per person for 10 days when bundled as a standalone meal add-on, or up to £800–£1,000 per person when full hotel dining is included as part of a luxury all-inclusive arrangement.

Where to Eat on a Budget Near Masjid al-Haram

If you are catering for your own meals, knowing where to eat makes a significant difference to your daily spend.

Best budget areas:

Misfalah and Ajyad Street — Small local stalls and South Asian restaurants. Plates of rice, curry, and bread from 10–20 SAR (£2–£4). Most budget-friendly zone near the Haram.
Al Baik — The most popular fast-food chain in Saudi Arabia. A full fried chicken meal costs 15–20 SAR (£3–£4). There is a branch within walking distance of the Clock Tower.
Al Tazaj — Open 24 hours. Grilled chicken meals at 18–25 SAR (£4–£5). Excellent after late-night Taraweeh.
Safwah Tower Food Court — A step up in price but wide variety of South Asian and Arabic cuisine. Meals from 25–50 SAR (£5–£11).
Jabal Omar Restaurants — Mid-range sit-down dining. Expect to pay 40–60 SAR (£8–£13) per person for a main.

Key tip: The further you walk from the Haram gates, the cheaper the food. A shawarma directly outside the Haram can cost 20 SAR. The same shawarma 10 minutes away costs 6–8 SAR.

Final Thoughts

Food during Umrah does not have to be expensive. The streets of Makkah and Madinah are lined with affordable, halal, and filling options that generations of pilgrims have relied on. Whether you choose a simple budget plan or a luxury full-board arrangement, understanding your costs before you travel gives you one less thing to worry about when you are there.

Use the tables in this guide to plan your total meal budget alongside your flights, hotel, and visa costs. A realistic food budget — not an afterthought — helps ensure your Umrah is spiritually focused, practically sound, and financially stress-free.

For Umrah packages 2027 from the UK with meal plans included, speak to an ATOL-protected travel agent to compare breakfast-only, half-board, and full-board arrangements before you book.

FAQs

How much should I budget for food per day during Umrah?

On a budget, £14–£20 per day covers all three meals from local restaurants. For mid-range dining, budget £24–£32 per day. For luxury hotel dining, £80–£100 per day is realistic.

Is it cheaper to choose a hotel with breakfast included?

For most UK pilgrims, yes. A hotel-included breakfast saves you the hassle of sourcing your own in the mornings and is generally better value than paying separately near the Haram.

What is the cheapest meal I can get near Masjid al-Haram?

A foul tamees (bean stew wrap) from a street stall in the Ajyad area costs as little as 2–3 SAR (under £1). An Al Baik sandwich runs 3–5 SAR. You can eat a proper breakfast for £1–£2 if you know where to look.

What does half-board mean on an Umrah package?

Half-board means your package includes two meals per day — typically breakfast and dinner. You are responsible for sourcing your own lunch. This is the most popular meal arrangement on UK Umrah packages.

Is full-board worth it on Umrah?

For elderly travellers, large families, and those making their first Umrah, full-board removes daily logistical decisions about food and lets you focus entirely on worship. For younger, independent travellers, self-catering offers more flexibility and can be significantly cheaper.

Do meal prices change during Ramadan?

Yes. Hotel buffet prices, particularly Iftar and Suhoor packages, can increase by 30–50% during Ramadan. If you are travelling during Ramadan, build extra food budget into your plan or confirm meal arrangements in advance.

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Written By: Yasir Ali

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