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
$297
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in April
Estimated hotel price
$297
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 33h 20m.

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 33h 20m.

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 (1,434 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,645 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,017 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,062 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,138 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,700 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,456 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,518 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,590 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,355 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,122 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,345 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,424 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,109 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (925 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (288 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (653 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,125 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (394 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 $173 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 Razana Al Rowdah and Borj Al Deafah Hotel.

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)
$410+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$412+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$355+
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Sheraton Jeddah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$307+
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Novotel Jeddah Tahlia Street
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$156+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.