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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mecca has to offer.
When to visit Mecca
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 20m.
Bus
Mecca’s bus station is located 11 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Mecca
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 $83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $310 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Borj Al Deafah Hotel and Nada Al Majd Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca
Most booked hotels in Mecca
Hiring a car in Mecca
Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.
Mecca Travel Guide - View the KAYAK Mecca city guide for the best Mecca travel tips. To help you organise your Mecca trip ideas, this Mecca visitors guide provides travel information and trip tips about how to get there, where to stay, what to do, where to eat and more.