National flag carrier Biman Bangladesh Airlines has successfully completed its 2026 post-Hajj return flight operations, bringing back a total of 34,464 Bangladeshi pilgrims from Saudi Arabia.

According to a press release issued by the airline, between May 30 and July 1, Biman operated 104 dedicated post-Hajj flights, carrying 32,256 pilgrims safely back to Bangladesh. During the same period, another 2,208 pilgrims returned on 12 scheduled flights, taking the total number of returning pilgrims to 34,464.

Biman said its overall Hajj operations, conducted from April 18 to July 1, were completed successfully through its own operational capacity and efficient management, demonstrating the airline's capability in handling large-scale international operations.

As part of the 2026 Hajj programme, the airline operated the entire operation using 36 dedicated chartered flights alongside 168 scheduled flights. This approach enabled Biman to transport more than 1,300 tonnes of additional cargo and nearly 23,500 regular passengers while maintaining its commercial flight network.

The airline said it managed to continue scheduled services on key international and regional routes, including London, Kuala Lumpur and the Middle East, throughout the Hajj season without any major flight cancellations or significant schedule disruptions.

In addition to transporting its own Hajj passengers, Biman also served as the ground handling and passenger service agent for Saudia and Flynas at Dhaka's airport during the Hajj season.

According to the airline, the successful completion of the large-scale operation was made possible through the dedication, efficient coordination and careful planning of more than 1,000 officials and employees under the close supervision of its management.

Biman also claimed that long-standing Hajj season challenges, such as prolonged flight delays and baggage congestion, were largely absent this year due to the coordinated efforts.

The airline expressed gratitude to all Hajj pilgrims, partner organisations and stakeholders for their cooperation and reaffirmed its commitment to providing safer, more punctual and improved services in the future.