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 July
Estimated hotel price
C$ 206
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in July
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 46 miles from Mecca. The shortest flight to Mecca from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 18h 40m.

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 Sixt, among others, in Jeddah.

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 18h 40m.

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 Sixt, among others, in Jeddah.

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,550 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,130 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,483 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,638 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,394 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,492 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,431 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,349 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,584 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (3,026 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,299 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,009 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (229 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (314 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 Violet Al Azizia Hotel, Mecca offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 78 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 Razana Al Rowdah and Saif Al Majd Hotel. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Mecca, with prices from C$ 28 to C$ 561 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Mecca are about 22% 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$ 308+
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Jabal Omar Marriott Hotel, Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 204+
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Makkah Clock Royal Tower - A Fairmont Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 293+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 291+
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Voco Makkah By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 76+
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Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Hajar Tower Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 273+
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Renting a car in Mecca

Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 76 per day, on average, or C$ 305 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, 37% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.

Renting a car in Mecca costs C$ 76 per day, on average, or C$ 305 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, 37% more expensive than at Jeddah King Abdulaziz Intl.