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 June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 189
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 189
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 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 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 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 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

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,408 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,558 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,002 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,501 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,033 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,007 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,009 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,402 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,421 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,287 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,055 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,393 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (893 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,050 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (279 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,081 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (381 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$ 75 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 230 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

Most booked hotels in Mecca

Anjum Hotel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
C$ 254+
Swissôtel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 294+
Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 406+
Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 65+
Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 286+
Warwick Hotel Jeddah
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 113+