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Hajj Flights 2026 Kick Off from Monastir Airport

From La Presse · (1h ago) French Positive tone

Translated from French, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • The first Hajj flight of 2026 departed from Monastir Habib Bourguiba Airport, carrying 266 Tunisian pilgrims to Medina.
  • Tunisair Flight TU5005 marked the official start of the Hajj season from Monastir, with multiple rotations planned through May and June.
  • Extensive logistical and human resources were mobilized to ensure a smooth and high-quality experience for pilgrims at the airport.

Monastir Habib Bourguiba Airport has officially commenced the 2026 Hajj season with the successful departure of the first flight carrying Tunisian pilgrims to the holy sites. The departure of Tunisair Flight TU5005, bound for Medina with 266 pilgrims aboard, marks a significant moment for the faithful embarking on their spiritual journey.

The airport Habib Bourguiba of Monastir gave, Friday, May 8, 2026, the official start of the Hajj 2026 season with the departure of the first flight of Tunisian pilgrims to the holy sites.

— La PresseAnnouncing the commencement of the Hajj season from Monastir.

This inaugural flight kicks off a series of rotations scheduled throughout May and June, underscoring Monastir's role as a key departure point. The ceremony was attended by local dignitaries, including the Governor of Monastir and the General Director of TAV Tunisia, highlighting the collaborative effort involved in organizing this important pilgrimage.

The flight TU5005 of Tunisair, bound for Medina, left the airport at 18:35 with 266 pilgrims on board.

— La PresseDetails of the first Hajj flight.

Significant resources were dedicated to ensuring a seamless experience for the pilgrims. From check-in and assistance to boarding procedures, every step was managed with meticulous attention to detail. The smooth execution of this first flight, characterized by serenity and exemplary coordination, reflects the commitment of all partners to uphold the highest standards of quality and security, providing a comforting and efficient start to this sacred journey for Tunisians.

This first departure inaugurates a program of several rotations planned between May and June 2026 from Monastir.

— La PresseInformation on the schedule of Hajj flights from Monastir.
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Originally published by La Presse in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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