334. Islamic Travel dua for Protection
The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ), used to recite this du'a when he was on a journey:
Travel dua for Protection in Arabic
اَللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الْأَهْلِ اَللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوْذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ وَكَآبَةِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ وَسُوءِ الْمَنْظَرِ فِي الْأَهْلِ وَالْمَالِ اَللَّهُمَّ اطْوِ لَنَا الْأَرْضَ وَهَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا السَّفَرَ
Travel dua for Protection English Transliteration
Allaahumma 'Antas-saahibu fis-safari wal-khaleefatu fil-'ahli, Allaahumma 'innee 'a'oodhu bika min wa'thaa'is-safari, wa kaabatil munqalabi wa su'il manzari fil-ahli wal maali, Allaahummatwi lanal-arda wa hawwin alainas-safara
Travel dua for Protection English Translation
O Allah, You are the Companion in the journey, and the One Who looks after the family; O Allah, I seek refuge in Thee from the difficulty of travelling, finding harm when I return, and unhappiness in what I see coming to my family and property. O Allah, make the length of his journey short for us, and the journey easy for us.
Hadith about the Dua
Arabic Text
حَدَّثَنَا مُسَدَّدٌ، حَدَّثَنَا يَحْيَى، حَدَّثَنَا مُحَمَّدُ بْنُ عَجْلاَنَ، حَدَّثَنِي سَعِيدٌ الْمَقْبُرِيُّ، عَنْ أَبِي هُرَيْرَةَ، قَالَ كَانَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم إِذَا سَافَرَ قَالَ " اللَّهُمَّ أَنْتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالْخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ وَكَآبَةِ الْمُنْقَلَبِ وَسُوءِ الْمَنْظَرِ فِي الأَهْلِ وَالْمَالِ اللَّهُمَّ اطْوِ لَنَا الأَرْضَ وَهَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا السَّفَرَ " .
Narrated AbuHurayrah: When the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) proceeded on journey, he would say: O Allah, Thou art the Companion in the journey, and the One Who looks after the family; O Allah, I seek refuge in Thee from the difficulty of travelling, finding harm when I return, and unhappiness in what I see coming to my family and property. O Allah, make the length of his journey short for us, and the journey easy for us. [Hasan Sahih (Albani). Abu Dawud: 2598]
Benefits of islamic travel dua
- Saying the islamic travel dua brings calm and safety on trips
- It helps keep travelers safe from harm and danger on the way
- It helps keep family safe while you are away from home
- It brings comfort and ease when travel gets hard
- It lowers worries about money, family, and home while on a trip
- It keeps hearts strong when facing hard times on the road
- It reminds travelers to trust Allahfor safe returns
When to Recite islamic travel dua
- Saying the islamic travel dua at different times during travel brings peace
- Before starting any trip, long or short, say the dua
- When getting in a car, plane, bus, or train, say the dua
- If you feel worried about family at home, say the dua
- At the start of a trip, ask Allahfor safety from harm
- If the weather or road is bad, say the dua for help
- After reaching your place, thank Allahand ask for more safety
How to Perform islamic travel dua
- Easy steps for saying islamic travel dua help keep your trip safe
- Face the way you will travel and sit calm before you go
- Say the islamic travel dua with a clear heart, asking Allahfor care
- Say the dua for yourself, your family, and your things
- Say the travel dua again if you feel worried or scared on the way
- Remember to trust Allahand keep faith in His care all the time
Summary
The islamic travel dua for protection gives hope and peace to travelers. Its words ask Allahto keep the traveler, family, and things safe. This dua is a trusted prayer for safety from harm, fear, and worry on trips.
Saying this dua reminds Muslims to trust Allahfor safety and comfort on every trip. The islamic travel dua is always helpful, making travel feel safer and hearts feel calm. It brings everyone closer to Allah’s care and mercy.