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

Mecca in July
Estimated hotel price
£100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in July
Estimated hotel price
£100
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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 5h 50m.

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 Sixt and Key Rent A Car, 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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 5h 50m.

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 Sixt and Key Rent A Car, among others, in Jeddah.

Bus

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

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif

Airlines serving Mecca

Lufthansa
Good (7,199 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,113 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,896 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,828 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,845 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,695 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,324 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (790 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,001 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (929 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (358 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (266 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (151 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (899 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 £34 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £93 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.

Al Haram - In Mecca’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Makkah Hotel, Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah and Makkah Towers.

Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Le Méridien Makkah and Al Shohada Hotel have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about £58 per night.

Al Haram - In Mecca’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Makkah Hotel, Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah and Makkah Towers.
Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Le Méridien Makkah and Al Shohada Hotel have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about £58 per night.
Most popular hotel in Mecca by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

Anjum Hotel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
£87+
Swissôtel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£129+
Makkah Clock Royal Tower A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£163+
voco Makkah
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£40+
Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£124+
Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£66+

Hiring a car in Mecca

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £34 per day, on average, or £135 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 37% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £34 per day, on average, or £135 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is, on average, 37% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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