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.

Mecca in June

Estimated hotel price

C$ 186

1 night at 3-star hotel

C$ 186

1 night at 3-star hotel

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 Canada departs from Regina and takes around 28h.

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 Key Car Rental, SA and Final Rentals, among others, in Jeddah.

Bus

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

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 Canada departs from Regina and takes around 28h.

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 Key Car Rental, SA and Final Rentals, among others, in Jeddah.

Bus

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

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif

JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

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Air France

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Air Canada

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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$ 79 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 250 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Razana Al Rowdah and Nada Al Majd.

Most popular hotel in Mecca by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

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Swissôtel Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)

C$ 357+

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Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel

5 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

C$ 403+

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Voco Makkah By IHG

4 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

C$ 79+

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Warwick Hotel Jeddah

4 stars

Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)

C$ 112+

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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)

C$ 359+

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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

C$ 295+

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Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 52 per day, on average, or C$ 210 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Mecca.

Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 52 per day, on average, or C$ 210 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 27% cheaper than airport locations in Mecca.

Mecca Tourism | Mecca Guide

You're Going to Love Mecca

When to visit Mecca

How to Get to Mecca

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Bus

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Airports near Mecca

Airlines serving Mecca

Where to stay in Mecca

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

Renting a car in Mecca