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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mecca has to offer.

When to visit Mecca

Mecca in April
Estimated flight+hotel price
£59
2 travellers
Flight to Mecca
3 nights at hotel
Mecca in April
Estimated flight+hotel price
£59
2 travellers
Flight to Mecca
3 nights at 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 6h 10m.

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 Key Car Rental, SA 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 the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 6h 10m.

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 Key Car Rental, SA 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 (1,493 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,870 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,307 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,402 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,178 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,562 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,383 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,491 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,182 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,001 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (200 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (417 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 £136 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £96 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Makkah Hotel and Saif Al Majd Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Mecca, with prices from £7 to £300 per night. is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mecca are about 42% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Al Haram - In Mecca’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah, Intercontinental Hotels Dar Al Tawhid Makkah By IHG and Makkah Towers.

Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Le Méridien Makkah and Al Shohada by Palm Rich Makkah have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about £49 per night.

Al Haram - In Mecca’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah, Intercontinental Hotels Dar Al Tawhid Makkah By IHG and Makkah Towers.
Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Le Méridien Makkah and Al Shohada by Palm Rich Makkah have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about £49 per night.
Most popular hotel in Mecca by neighbourhood

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)
£125+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£137+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£40+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£116+
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Address Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£103+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £36 per day, on average, or £143 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, 11% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 17% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £36 per day, on average, or £143 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, 11% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 17% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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