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$ 188

1 night at 3-star hotel

C$ 188

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 Montreal and takes around 14h.

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 Budget and Key Car Rental, SA, 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 Montreal and takes around 14h.

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 Budget and Key Car Rental, SA, 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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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$ 84 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$ 29 to C$ 330 per night. is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mecca are about 20% 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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Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)

C$ 205+

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Voco Makkah By IHG

4 stars

Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)

C$ 76+

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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)

C$ 239+

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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah

5 stars

Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)

C$ 251+

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Mövenpick Jeddah City Star

5 stars

Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)

C$ 145+

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M Hotel Makkah By Millennium

5 stars

Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)

C$ 61+

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Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 75 per day, on average, or C$ 301 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 1% cheaper than airport locations in Mecca.

Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 75 per day, on average, or C$ 301 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 1% 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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Car

Bus

Plane

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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