Islam is a complete religion that guides us in every part of life. Along with the five daily prayers, Allah(S.W.A) teaches us to seek His help and blessings before starting any task. Especially when we travel, even for Hajj, Umrah, or any other purpose, we should ask Allah(S.W.A) for protection and success, just as the Prophet (P.B.U.H) taught us. No matter how we travel by car, train, or airplane, it is important to recite the travel prayers before starting the journey. We can plan everything, but only Allah(S.W.A) knows what will happen next. That is why a believer always asks Allah(S.W.A) for guidance and safety, hoping to reach the destination safely and return home to loved ones without harm. Reciting prayers not only brings peace to the heart but also makes the journey blessed. Through these duas, Allah(S.W.A) protects us from accidents, problems, and difficulties, and rewards us for remembering Him. Therefore, every Muslim should make dua and the remembrance of Allah (S.W.A) a regular part of every journey to ensure a safe, peaceful, and successful trip.
Benefits Dua for Travelling and Blessings of Dua in Islam
Islam is a complete way of life that guides us in our journey, whether it is worship or travel. The Holy Quran, Allah’s Book of Guidance, teaches us that this world is temporary and that human life is always in motion. In the Quran, the word “Sayr” (to travel or move) is mentioned several times, showing that traveling, observing, and reflecting on Allah’s creation strengthen our faith and increase our knowledge.
As Allah(S.W.A) says in the Quran:
أَفَلَمْ يَسِيرُوا فِي الْأَرْضِ فَتَكُونَ لَهُمْ قُلُوبٌ يَعْقِلُونَ بِهَا أَوْ آذَانٌ يَسْمَعُونَ بِهَا ۖ فَإِنَّهَا لَا تَعْمَى الْأَبْصَارُ وَلَـٰكِن تَعْمَى الْقُلُوبُ الَّتِي فِي الصُّدُورِ
“Do they not travel through the earth so that their hearts may learn wisdom and their ears may learn to hear?”
(Surah Al-Hajj, 46)
The Prophet Muhammad(P.B.U.H) also encouraged traveling. He said that traveling helps believers gain knowledge and a better understanding of life. In another hadith, the Prophet(P.B.U.H) advised
“Travel by night, for the earth is compressed (made easier to cross) at night.”
(Sunan Abu Dawood)
Before starting a journey, the Prophet (P.B.U.H) taught us to perform two Rakaats of Nafl (voluntary) prayer.
He said:
“When you leave your house, pray two Rak’ahs; it will protect you from harm. And when you return home, pray two Rak’ahs again; it will keep you safe from harm.”
(Musnad Al-Bazzar)
You can recite any Surah in these Rak’ahs, but it is good to read Surah Al-Kafirun in the first Rak’ah and Surah Al-Ikhlas in the second. Before leaving home, you should also recite the Dua for leaving the house, as it keeps Satan away and brings Allah’s protection throughout your journey.
Dua for Leaving the House
Before leaving for Umrah or any journey, it is highly recommended to recite this beautiful dua taught by the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H). This short supplication places you under Allah’s protection and fills your journey with peace, safety, and blessings.
بِسْمِ اللّٰہِ، تَوَكَّلْتُ عَلَى اللّٰہِ، لَا حَوْلَ وَلَا قُوَّةَ إِلَّا بِاللّٰہِ
“In the name of Allah, I place my trust in Allah; there is no power or strength except with Allah.”
Dua Before Starting Your Journey
In Islam, traveling is not just something we do for work, it is also a spiritual experience. The Holy Quran reminds us that every vehicle or way of travel is a gift from Allah(S.W.A).
Allah says in qaran:
“سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ”
“Glory be to Him who has made this (ride) possible for us, though we could never have done it by ourselves. And surely, we will return to our Lord.”
(Surah Az-Zukhruf: 13–14)
This beautiful verse teaches us to be thankful to Allah(S.W.A) every time we travel. Before starting any journey, we should pray, ask for forgiveness, and trust Allah (S.W.A) to keep us safe.
Dua for Travel Safety
Whenever you start a journey, make sure to recite this beautiful dua taught by the Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H). It brings blessings, peace, and protection from any kind of harm or difficulty during travel.
اللّٰهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هٰذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ، اللّٰهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الْأَهْلِ، اللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ، وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالْأَهْلِ
“O Allah, make this journey easy for us and shorten its distance. O Allah, You are our Helper on the journey and the Protector of our family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of travel, unpleasant sights, and from returning to any harm in wealth or family.”
Sahih Muslim (Hadith No. 1342)
When you return home, it is Sunnah to pray two Rak’ahs of Nafl prayer, just as you did before leaving.
Dua for Starting the Journey
Whenever the Prophet (P.B.U.H) started a journey, he would recite this beautiful dua after mounting his ride. This supplication reminds us that every journey should begin with the name of Allah and be completed with trust in Him.
اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، اللّٰهُ أَكْبَرُ، سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هٰذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ، وَإِنَّا إِلَى رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ، اللّٰهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هٰذَا الْبِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى، وَمِنَ الْعَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى، اللّٰهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هٰذَا، وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ، اللّٰهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ، وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الْأَهْلِ، اللّٰهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ، وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالْأَهْلِ
Translation:
“Allah is the Almighty, Allah is the Almighty, Allah is the Almighty. Glory be to the One who has made this transport possible for us, though we could never have controlled it by ourselves. Surely, we will return to our Lord.
O Allah, we ask You for goodness and piety in this journey, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us and shorten its distance. O Allah, You are our Helper during travel and the Protector of our family. O Allah, protect us from the difficulties of the journey, unpleasant sights, and from returning home with harm or loss in our wealth or family.”
(Sahih Muslim)
This beautiful dua is a Sunnah of the Prophet (PBUH). It teaches us to begin every journey with the remembrance of Allah. Especially when traveling for Umrah or Hajj, reciting this dua brings peace, protection, and spiritual blessings throughout the journey.
Second Dua for Umrah Travelling
When travelling for Umrah, it is very important to stay connected with Allah(S.W.A) through sincere duas. The Prophet (P.B.U.H) taught us a powerful supplication to seek protection and peace during our journey.
اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ، وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الْأَهْلِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ، وَكَآبَةِ الْمَنْظَرِ، وَسُوءِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ فِي الْمَالِ وَالْأَهْلِ
Translation:
“O Allah, You are my protector during this travel and the Protector of my family at home. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the difficulties of travel, unpleasant sights, and from returning to any misfortune in my wealth or family.”
Dua on Returning Home
After completing your blessed Umrah journey, it is a Sunnah to thank Allah (S.W.A)for a safe return. Just as you recited the Dua for Travelling before starting your journey, you should also remember Allah(S.W.A) when arriving home. The Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H) encouraged his followers to pray two Rak’ahs upon returning home the same way they did before setting out.
اللَّهُمَّ اجْعَلْنَا مِنَ التَّوَّابِينَ وَاجْعَلْنَا مِنَ الْمُتَطَهِّرِينَ وَاجْعَلْنَا مِنْ عِبَادِكَ الصَّالِحِينَ
Translation:
“O Allah, make us among those who repent often, those who stay pure, and those who are among Your righteous servants.”
(Musnad Al-Bazzar)
Dua When Entering a New City or Destination
When you reach Makkah, Madinah, or any new place during your Umrah journey, it is a beautiful Sunnah to recite this dua. It asks Allah (S.W.T) to bless your arrival and protect you from any difficulty in the new place.
اللّٰهُمَّ رَبَّ السَّمَاوَاتِ السَّبْعِ وَمَا أَظَلَّتْ، وَرَبَّ الْأَرْضِينَ السَّبْعِ وَمَا أَقَلَّتْ، وَرَبَّ الشَّيَاطِينِ وَمَا أَضَلَّتْ، كُنْ لِي جَارًا مِنْ شَرِّ خَلْقِكَ كُلِّهِمْ
Translation:
“O Allah, Lord of the seven heavens and everything within them, and Lord of the seven earths and all that they carry, and Lord of the devils and those they misguide — be my Protector from the harm of all Your creation.”
(Sunan Abu Dawood)
Dua for Thankful to Allah after Safe Arrival
When you reach your journey safely, whether it is Makkah, Madinah, or back home, it is a beautiful Sunnah to thank Allah (S.W.T) for protecting you throughout the journey and bringing you safely to your loved ones.
الْـحَمْدُ لِلّٰـهِ الَّذِي سَلَّمَنِي وَجَمَعَنِي بِأَهْلِي
Translation:
“All praise is for Allah, who kept me safe and reunited me with my family.”
(Ibn As-Sunni)
Final Note!
We are confident that these duas will make your Umrah journey blessed and safe, and that you will gain the maximum benefit from the Umrah . We pray that your journey to the holy sites is successful, and we hope that you remember us in your prayers during Umrah. Additionally, you can learn important guidelines and essential tips for Muslims while traveling, which will help make your journey easier, safer, and fully aligned with Islamic teachings.
