Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Mecca travel guide

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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 October
Estimated package price
C$ 231
2 travellers
Flight to Mecca
3 nights at hotel
Mecca in October
Estimated package price
C$ 231
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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 11h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car rental from Jeddah, which is about 66 km from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Final Rentals and Budget, among others, in Jeddah.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 11 km from the downtown.

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 Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 11h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Mecca is to pick up a car rental from Jeddah, which is about 66 km from Mecca. You’ll find branches of Final Rentals and Budget, among others, in Jeddah.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 11 km from the downtown.

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,468 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,276 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,250 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,202 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,471 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,163 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (198 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (968 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,163 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (414 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 C$ 144 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 206 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 C$ 27 to C$ 338 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mecca are about 21% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Mecca by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

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Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 269+
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Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 203+
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Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 337+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 74+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 239+
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M Hotel Makkah By Millennium
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 60+
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