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 hotel price
C$ 206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 206
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 75 km from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 11h 55m.

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 Key Car Rental, SA and Sixt, 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 55m.

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 Key Car Rental, SA and Sixt, 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 (1,499 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,888 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,406 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,602 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,932 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,207 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,275 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,497 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,188 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,003 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (202 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (305 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (421 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$ 177 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 174 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$ 587 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mecca are about 33% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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, Excellent reviews)
C$ 221+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 263+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 69+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 214+
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Address Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 188+
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Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 112+
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Renting a car in Mecca

Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 114 per day, on average, or C$ 454 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 114 per day, on average, or C$ 454 if you want to rent it for 4 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 49% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.