Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mecca has to offer.

When to visit Mecca

Mecca in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 220
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mecca in August
Estimated hotel price
S$ 220
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 15m.

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 15m.

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 (1,468 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,781 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,276 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,247 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,133 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,744 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,543 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,424 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,202 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,471 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,163 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (198 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (293 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (968 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,162 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (414 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$ 213 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to S$ 195 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 holiday rental options in Mecca, with prices from S$ 26 to S$ 321 per night. Batha Quraish is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Mecca are about 21% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mecca

Most booked hotels in Mecca

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Anjum Hotel Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (9.4, Excellent reviews)
S$ 168+
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Jumeirah Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 256+
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Hilton Hotel & Convention Jabal Omar Makkah
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
S$ 226+
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M Hotel Makkah By Millennium
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 57+
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Jeddah Hilton Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
S$ 241+
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Hiring a car in Mecca

Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Mini (Class Mini Car or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Mecca, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.