Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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 August
Estimated package price
$76
2 travelers
Flight to Mecca
3 nights at hotel
Mecca in August
Estimated package price
$76
2 travelers
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 46 miles from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from the United States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 11h 55m.

Car

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

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 States departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 11h 55m.

Car

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

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,524 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,395 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,224 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,596 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,774 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,581 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,126 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,401 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,357 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,445 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,270 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,530 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,242 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,006 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (310 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (222 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (426 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 $143 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $144 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Makkah Hotel and Razana Al Rowdah. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mecca, with prices from $22 to $354 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mecca are about 27% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Le Méridien Makkah and Al Safwah Hotel First Tower 1 have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about $80 per night.

Ajyad - Makarem Ajyad Makkah Hotel, Le Méridien Makkah and Al Safwah Hotel First Tower 1 have some of the best reviews among hotels in this area. A 3-star room in Ajyad will cost you about $80 per night.
Most popular hotel in Mecca by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

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Swissôtel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, 11009 reviews)
$176+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 8367 reviews)
$165+
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Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 2585 reviews)
$40+
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The Ritz-Carlton, Jeddah
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1655 reviews)
$246+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, 12152 reviews)
$169+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 5199 reviews)
$53+
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Renting a car in Mecca

Renting a car in Mecca costs $38 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Mecca.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Mecca costs $38 per day, on average, or $153 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Mecca.

The most frequently booked car type in Mecca is Compact (Nissan Sunny or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 62% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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