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 September
Estimated hotel price
$303
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in September
Estimated hotel price
$303
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 25h 50m.

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 25h 50m.

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 (1,442 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,690 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,079 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,198 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,093 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,186 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,721 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,524 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,641 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,374 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,140 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,351 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,433 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,123 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (290 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (949 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (190 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,130 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (659 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 $199 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $291 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Razana Al Rowdah and Borj Al Diyafah Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$397+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$345+
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Makarem Umm Al Qura Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$72+
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Sheraton Jeddah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$313+
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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 62% cheaper than other types, on average.

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 62% cheaper than other types, on average.