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$ 192
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in June
Estimated hotel price
C$ 192
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 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 Key Car Rental, SA and Sixt, among others, in Jeddah.

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 Key Car Rental, SA and Sixt, among others, in Jeddah.

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,533 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,106 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,441 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,453 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,963 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,743 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,608 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,323 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,477 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,328 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,403 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,565 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,010 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (313 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (228 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (434 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mecca

From 5-star hotels such as the Al Safwah Royale Orchid to great affordable options like the Makarem Mina Hotel, Mecca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 132 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 207 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Razana Al Rowdah and Saif Al Majd Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mecca, with prices from C$ 30 to C$ 552 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mecca are about 36% 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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Swissôtel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 298+
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Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 270+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 318+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 288+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 75+
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Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Hajar Tower Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 275+
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