سُبْحَانَ الَّذِي سَخَّرَ لَنَا هَذَا وَمَا كُنَّا لَهُ مُقْرِنِينَ وَإِنَّا إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنَّا نَسْأَلُكَ فِي سَفَرِنَا هَذَا البِرَّ وَالتَّقْوَى، وَمِنَ العَمَلِ مَا تَرْضَى، اللَّهُمَّ هَوِّنْ عَلَيْنَا سَفَرَنَا هَذَا وَاطْوِ عَنَّا بُعْدَهُ، اللَّهُمَّ أَنتَ الصَّاحِبُ فِي السَّفَرِ وَالخَلِيفَةُ فِي الأَهْلِ، اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ وَعْثَاءِ السَّفَرِ وَكَآبَةِ المَنْظَرِ وَسُوءِ المُنْقَلَبِ فِي المَالِ وَالأَهْلِ.
Glory be to Him Who has subjected this (transport) to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we will return. O Allah, we ask You for goodness and piety in our journey, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us and let its distance be short. O Allah, You are the Companion during the journey and the Guardian of the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, the distress of seeing sorrow, and the evil of turning back to wealth and family.
Subhanal-ladhi sakhkhara lana hadha wa ma kunna lahu muqrinīn. Wa inna ila Rabbina lamunqalibūn. Allahumma inna nas'aluka fi safarina hadha al-birra wat-taqwa, wa minal 'amali ma tarda. Allahumma hawwin 'alayna safarana hadha watwi 'anna bu'dahu. Allahumma Antas-Sahibu fis-safari wal-khalifatu fil-ahli. Allahumma inni a'udhu bika min wa'tha'is-safari wa ka'abatil-manzari wa sui'il-munqalabi fil-mali wal-ahli.
When to Read
This comprehensive dua is recited by the traveler upon embarking on a journey. It's also beneficial for those left behind to make this dua for their traveling loved ones, asking Allah for their safe passage and return.
How to Read
Recite this dua sincerely with conviction. It's traditionally recited when starting the journey, upon boarding a vehicle, or as one leaves their home. The traveler should also make supplication for themselves and their family's well-being.
Virtues & Benefits
This dua encompasses seeking Allah's protection over the traveler and their household. It acknowledges Allah's power and sovereignty, seeks His pleasure in deeds, and asks for ease in travel. It also includes seeking refuge from the difficulties and potential misfortunes that can arise during a journey, ensuring a safe return.
Source & Authentication
Ibn 'Umar (may Allah be pleased with them both) narrated that Allah's Messenger ﷺ used to recite the following supplication when he set out on a journey: 'Glory be to Him Who has subjected this (transport) to us, and we could never have accomplished it by ourselves. And indeed, to our Lord we will return. O Allah, we ask You for goodness and piety in our journey, and for deeds that please You. O Allah, make this journey easy for us and let its distance be short. O Allah, You are the Companion during the journey and the Guardian of the family. O Allah, I seek refuge in You from the hardships of the journey, the distress of seeing sorrow, and the evil of turning back to wealth and family.' (Sahih Muslim 1342)