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 May
Estimated hotel price
€80
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in May
Estimated hotel price
€80
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 Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 18h 35m.

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 Final Rentals and Key Car Rental, SA, 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 Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 18h 35m.

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 Final Rentals and Key Car Rental, SA, 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 (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,032 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,154 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,144 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,361 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,126 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,111 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (937 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (289 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (659 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 €69 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €148 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.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€195+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
€172+
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Makarem Umm Al Qura Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
€43+
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Sheraton Jeddah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
€153+
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Novotel Jeddah Tahlia Street
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
€78+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

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