HAJJ 2024: JEDDAH AIRPORTS APPROVES OPERATIONAL PLAN FOR KING ABDULAZIZ AIRPORT TO ACCOMODATE 1.2M PILGRIMS
By Ajape Sefiu A.
- The plan will be activated from the beginning of the sacred month of Dhul-Qdah, which starts on May 9, and will continue until all pilgrims have arrived.
King Abdulaziz International Airport’s three buildings and lounges are prepared to host about 1.2 million pilgrims for the 2024 Hajj season, according to a confirmation from Jeddah Airports.
The operational strategy, according to CEO Mazen bin Mohammed Johar, is carefully matched with all specifications to guarantee the security, safety, and comfort of pilgrims arriving through the airport.
The plan will go into effect on May 9, the first day of the holy month of Dhul-Qdah, and it will stay in effect until all of the pilgrims have arrived.
In order to efficiently serve all passengers, this will entail the complete operation of all airport lounges, including Terminal 1, the North Terminal, and the Hajj and Umrah lounge complex, according to a regular schedule of arrivals and departures throughout the season.
Over 411 platforms for passport procedures, 440 for luggage check-in, 56 loading bridges, 54 customs inspection devices, 29 luggage conveyor belts, 28 bus gates, and four health facilities were all present in the three halls, according to Johar. Additionally, group luggage is handled at two locations.
At King Abdulaziz International Airport, there will be about 16,000 workers from a variety of operational, security, and governmental sectors during peak hours. Everyone is dedicated to helping travelers and arranging processes during their spiritual journey.
