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 September
Estimated hotel price
£107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in September
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 15m.

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 Rent A Car and Budget, 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 15m.

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 Rent A Car and Budget, 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,407 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,385 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,360 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,953 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,924 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,143 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,250 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,323 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (993 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,365 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,975 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (861 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,036 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (366 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 Le Méridien Makkah, Mecca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £50 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £102 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Borj Al Deafah Hotel and Nada Al Majd Hotel.

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

Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Al Shohada Hotel and Elaf Ajyad Hotel Makkah have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about £65 per night.

Al Haram - In Mecca’s most popular neighbourhood to stay, recommended hotels include Makkah Hotel, Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah and Intercontinental Dar Al Tawhid Makkah, An IHG Hotel.
Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Al Shohada Hotel and Elaf Ajyad Hotel Makkah have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about £65 per night.
Most popular hotel in Mecca by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

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Anjum Makkah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Swissotel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£161+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£194+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£33+
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Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£58+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£135+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £42 per day, on average, or £168 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, 25% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Mecca costs £42 per day, on average, or £168 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, 25% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

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