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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
S$ 70
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 70
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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 9h 50m.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 11 km from the city centre.

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 Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 9h 50m.

Bus

Mecca’s bus station is located 11 km from the city centre.

Airports near Mecca

TIFTaif
JEDJeddah King Abdulaziz Intl

Airlines serving Mecca

KLM
Good (1,431 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,619 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,573 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,087 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,045 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,676 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,433 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,502 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,515 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,330 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,093 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (903 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,086 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (648 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,889 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 S$ 123 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 237 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Razana Al Rowdah and Borj Al Diyafah Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

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Jabal Omar Hyatt Regency Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 350+
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Swissôtel Al Maqam Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
S$ 337+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 276+
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Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Hajar Tower Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 362+
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Sheraton Jeddah Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 250+
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Intercontinental Hotels Jeddah By IHG
5 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
S$ 139+
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