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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mecca has to offer.

When to visit Mecca

Mecca in July
Estimated hotel price
$222
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in July
Estimated hotel price
$222
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 27h 05m.

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 27h 05m.

Bus

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

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

Lufthansa
Good (7,191 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,365 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,069 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,963 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,879 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,802 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,838 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,595 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,275 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,637 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,221 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,316 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (914 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (996 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (785 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (356 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (263 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (887 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,504 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 $79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $209 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Nada Al Majd Hotel and Saif Al Majd Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

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Anjum Hotel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
$206+
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Swissôtel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$262+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$349+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$247+
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Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$150+
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Joudyan Red Sea Mall Jeddah By Elaf
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$312+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Compact (Hyundai Creta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Compact (Hyundai Creta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 70% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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