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 hotel price
£107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in April
Estimated hotel price
£107
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 46 miles from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 41 miles from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Key Car Rental, SA and Hanco, among others, in Jeddah.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Mecca doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Taif (TIF), which is located 46 miles from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 9h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car hire from Jeddah, which is about 41 miles from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Key Car Rental, SA and Hanco, among others, in Jeddah.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 7 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,025 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (936 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (289 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (658 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,126 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (398 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 £47 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £126 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.

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

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 £66 per night.

Al Haram - In Mecca’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Makkah Hotel, Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah and Intercontinental Hotels Dar Al Tawhid Makkah By IHG.
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 £66 per night.
Most popular hotel in Mecca by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

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Radisson Blu Hotel Jeddah Al Salam
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£120+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£41+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£170+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£150+
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Novotel Makkah Thakher City
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£30+
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The Hotel Galleria Jeddah, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£132+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £34 per day, on average, or £136 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Mecca.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £34 per day, on average, or £136 if you want to hire it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 5% cheaper than airport locations in Mecca.

Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 31% cheaper than other types, on average.

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