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. Mecca deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

When to visit Mecca

Mecca in April
Estimated hotel price
$235
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in April
Estimated hotel price
$235
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 44h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 66 km from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Final Rentals and Budget, among others, in Jeddah.

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 44h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 66 km from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Final Rentals and Budget, among others, in Jeddah.

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 (1,502 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,892 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,424 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,605 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,935 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,209 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,276 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,497 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,188 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,003 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (207 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (423 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 $333 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $216 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 $34 to $728 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mecca are about 35% 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 Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$273+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$326+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$264+
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Address Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$233+
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Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$139+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$193+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.