Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Mecca travel guide

Mecca Tourism | Mecca Guide

You're Going to Love Mecca

With a population of 1,32 million, Mecca is a must-see destination in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. It is the most popular tourist destination in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mecca has to offer.

When to visit Mecca

Mecca in April
Estimated hotel price
$284
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in April
Estimated hotel price
$284
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Mecca

Plane

Although Mecca doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taif (TIF), which is located 75 km from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 48h 40m.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 11 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Mecca doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taif (TIF), which is located 75 km from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 48h 40m.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 11 km from the city centre.

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,459 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,752 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,214 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,222 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,117 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,323 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,533 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,522 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,732 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,403 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,363 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,171 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,144 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,463 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (193 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (962 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,150 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (410 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mecca

From 5-star hotels such as the Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah to great affordable options like the Makarem Mina Hotel, Mecca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $166 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $251 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Makkah Hotel and Razana Al Rowdah. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Mecca, with prices from $35 to $400 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mecca are about 14% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$295+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$306+
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M Hotel Makkah By Millennium
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$74+
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Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$347+
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Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$143+
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Sheraton Jeddah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$275+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.