Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on Monday, 8 February 2027 in many countries, including the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and on Tuesday, 9 February in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, according to Wego. The exact day depends on the crescent moon being sighted, with the first sighting expected on the evening of Sunday, 7 February. Check your airline’s pages for any schedule changes before you fly.
Updated November 2026 · HappyFares
If you have trips planned for early 2027, whether for work, family or leave, it helps to know that Ramadan dates are set by moon sighting and can differ by a day between countries. Here is how to plan flights around it without guesswork.
When does Ramadan 2027 start?
Wego projects that Ramadan 1448 AH begins on Monday, 8 February 2027 in many countries, including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, the UK and the US, while Pakistan, India and Bangladesh are expected to start a day later, on Tuesday, 9 February. The National, reporting calculations from the UAE Astronomy Centre, also projects Monday, 8 February 2027 and describes it as subject to confirmation after the moon is sighted.
All of these are forecasts. The start depends on sighting the crescent moon after sunset on Sunday, 7 February 2027, which is the 29th of Sha’ban. Local moon-sighting committees confirm the date in early February. Some countries require local sighting, while others accept regional or global reports, which is why the start can differ by a day.
Did you know that two countries can start Ramadan on different days because of how each one verifies the moon? That is why you should treat any date published this far ahead as an expectation, not a fixed fact, and avoid building a non-refundable plan on a single day.
When is Eid al-Fitr in 2027?
Ramadan ends with Eid al-Fitr. Wego expects Tuesday, 9 March 2027 for most countries and Wednesday, 10 March for Pakistan, India and Bangladesh. The National’s reporting on UAE calculations says Eid could start on 9 March if Ramadan runs 29 days, or on 10 March if it runs 30. Again, the moon decides, so the final date is confirmed only a day or so before.
If you plan travel around Eid, build in flexibility. A return flight booked for the very day of Eid could end up falling on a different day than you expected.
How can schedules and airport timing change around Ramadan?
Practical advice only, since no one can promise what a given airline will do. Flight demand can shift around Ramadan and Eid, especially on routes between India and countries where Eid is a major holiday. Airlines may change timings or add and remove services as a season progresses, and airport working patterns can differ during holiday periods.
- Check your airline’s own website or app for the latest schedule on your route and date, and again a few days before departure.
- Make sure your contact details on the booking are current, so that any schedule-change message reaches you.
- Allow a comfortable buffer at the airport, especially in the days around Eid.
- If your plans are tied to the exact start or end of Ramadan, prefer a fare type that allows changes.
How should you book flights in this period?
Airline fares are dynamic, and fares for busy dates generally tend to rise closer to departure. If your trip falls near Eid, fix your dates as early as your plans allow, then compare a few neighbouring days. A price alert helps you notice changes without checking every day.
Read the fare family rules before paying. The cheapest fares usually carry stricter change and cancellation conditions, which matters if the date of Eid shifts by a day. Also check the baggage allowance on your booking, because it depends on the airline and fare type.
Checking in is free on every Indian airline, online or at the airport, and the airline’s bag drop and boarding deadlines still apply. For international flights, check the airline’s guidance on check-in opening times, since these can differ from domestic flights. If anyone in your group needs wheelchair or special assistance, request it from the airline when you book.
What about documents?
Entry rules differ from country to country and change from time to time. Check the official government source for your destination, and confirm requirements with your airline, which is responsible for checking documents before boarding. This article does not cover entry paperwork.
Common Questions
When does Ramadan 2027 begin?
Expected on Monday, 8 February 2027 in many countries and Tuesday, 9 February in India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, depending on moon sighting, with the first sighting expected on Sunday, 7 February.
When is Eid al-Fitr 2027?
Expected on Tuesday, 9 March 2027 for most countries and Wednesday, 10 March for India, Pakistan and Bangladesh, subject to moon sighting.
Why is the date not fixed?
The Islamic calendar is lunar, and the start of each month depends on sighting the crescent moon, so countries can differ by a day.
Do flight schedules change during Ramadan?
They can. Check your airline’s own pages for your route and date, and again before you leave for the airport.
Do Indian airlines charge for check-in?
Checking in is free on every Indian airline, online or at the airport.
Should I book a flexible fare?
If your plans depend on the exact day Ramadan or Eid begins, a fare with flexible change rules can be worth considering. Read the fare conditions first.
Planning travel around Ramadan and Eid? Compare flights on HappyFares, set a price alert for your route, and ask Meera, our AI assistant, to help with dates. Travel insurance is also available when you book, and domestic bookings carry zero convenience fee.
Dates, rules and fees change. Verify current specifics with the airline, DGCA, or the airport before you travel.
