Bangladeshi Hajj pilgrims face exorbitant expenses. Last year, the government fixed Tk1,24,723 for the dedicated hajj flight with Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Saudia Airlines. Why do Biman Bangladesh Airlines and Saudia Airlines charge double? “Biman Bangladesh Airlines is a little different compared to other nations because only Biman and Saudia Airlines (operates hajj flights under Biman) can operate point to point direct and dedicated hajj flights. But the Indian or Indonesian pilgrims do not get such facilities,” said Shakil Meraj, General Manager (Public Relations), Biman Bangladesh Airlines.

Source: Dhaka Tribune February 03, 2018 19:41 UTC