Cheap flights Mekka

Do you want to take advantage of cheap flights to Mekka in Saudi Arabia (Middle East)? Reserving your favorite airline tickets is super easy. Choose your final destination, the arrival date and the number of adults and children. The ticket finder will show you the available flights to relevant airports such as El-baha, Abha and Bisha. An overview is shown with departure times, arrival times, the estimated total costs and other practical details about the maximum luggage, seat reservations and optional stopovers of air companies like Etihad Airways (EY) or Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV). When available can you submit an application for a rental car or overnight stays at apartments and hotels like Fal Al Jadeed, شقه الزاهر, العوالي مكه, سرور, Qasr Alazizia Hotel.

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This Saudi town is a very varied place for a weekend trip or a complete vacation. This location has a great mix of local attractions, beautiful museums, versatile nature reserves, fine restaurants and all kinds of great shops. Do you need a direct fly to Mekka for favorable rates? We facilitate you with a a practical step-by-step plan with tips for the cheapest flight that suits your needs.

Travel by plane to Mekka

Find a Saudi place of destination
At the start of your quest you look for a departure location / airport (popular options are King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)and your destination. Multi city flights are also possible. Also choose the date of departure and the date of the return flight (only in the case of a return ticket). If desired there is an option to apply various extras flight destinations. Then you choose the number of travelers. Discover available flights by pressing search.
Compare flight tickets
The search engine now redirects you to an overview with the best flights from your chosen airport to big airfields like Bisha, Abha or El-baha. Compare all options by looking at ticket rates, flight time or a departure time (early morning or late evening). Further, you can personalize the results by the amount of stops, specific airlines (this could be Saudia, Delta Air Lines (DL) and Oman Air (WY)), arrival airport and the hand baggage allowance. Also useful: the system is also aware of extra cheap one way flights to Mekka on different departure days. If desired you can set a price alert.
Choose travel agency
Choose a flight suggestion that corresponds to your wishes. An individual flight can be arranged via different ticket aggregators. Check out the possibilities via the local flag carrier (Saudia) or a travel agent such as Google Flights. Some of the airlines and ticket brokers show prices without meals, hand luggage, seat selection, insurances, checked baggage, entertainment. Try to read relevant reviews and finalize the ticket purchase by choosing a provider.
Choose number of suitcases and indicate which passengers are going with you
The airline ticket search engine will redirect you to the ticket site. Look specifically at the travel days, the number of passengers, the rates (including service and luggage) and confirm your choices. State your wishes regarding a luggage package. Often 1 piece of hand luggage of 10 kg can be taken at no cost. Do you want to take a large suitcase with you in the hold luggage? Then airlines offer extra packages for your luggage. Thereafter enter the passenger details. It is imperative that you share the correct names (incl. initials) exactly as mentioned on your travel document.
Choose and book extras
In the last step you can add additional upgrades. Upgrades are e.g. seats with more legroom, quick boarding, travel insurance, food/drink during the trip, golf gear, a cat or dog or other pet, a rental car on arrival and on and on. You will see afterwards the ultimate price of your flight. Payment is possible with Credit card – MasterCard, Visa and American Express – or bank transfer. After receiving the confirmation email you know that the payment has been processed correctly. About 1 day before departure you can finally check in. After checking-in, you can expect the boarding passes by mail. It is important that you are at the airport about 3 hours before departure. Also check if your passport is still valid when you leave (for customs).

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Practical information about this destination

Travel destination Mekka (latitude: 21.3890824, longitude: 39.8579118) is a pleasant place in Saudi Arabia, Middle East. You can communicate here in Arabic. The national currency is the Saudi riyal (SAR). The national time zone is Asia/Riyadh (UTC +3). When flying to Mekka vacation, you charge your equipment via socket type G. The mains voltage is 230 V and 60 Hz. You can fly to various airports nearby such as Abha, El-baha & Bisha. The costs of everyday affairs are affordable. The flag carrier is Saudia. A normal hotel stay costs around €88,0.

Place	Mekka
Country	Saudi Arabia
Continent	Middle East
Time zone	Asia/Riyadh (UTC +3)
Destination airport	Ta’if Regional Airport (TIF)
Largest Airline	Saudia
Website	gaca.gov.sa/web/ar-sa/airport/taif-international-airport
Telephone service	+966 12 726 0012

Last-minute tickets December 2024: take advantage of the available flight offers

Ordering a favorable plane ticket has become easier in recent years. Through intelligent flight comparator, you find without any hassle the cheapest flights to Mekka and similar destinations with airline services like Emirates (EK), Lufthansa (LH) & Etihad Airways (EY). You find even more options to make your flight cheaper. Curious? Below we offer twelve useful tips to book cheaper airline tickets. Through this website you can also get affordable airline tickets to Kwajalein.

The best 12 tips for the cheapest flight bookings

Consider a budget airline: low cost airlines keep costs extra low.
Use a price comparator as standard.
Today or tomorrow departure: cheaper tickets can be found on last-minute flights.
Early Bird Fare Deals: book your tickets 8 to 12 weeks in advance.
Keep all options open: leaving a day earlier or later can be a lot cheaper.
Clean up your browsing data and surf incognito.
Set up a price alarm: always the most recent deals in your mailbox.
Don’t rule out connecting flights: transit flights are usually much cheaper.
Find out if there are discount codes available through discount websites.
Frequent Flyer Programs: loyalty program where you save points (Miles) for discounts or upgrades.
Open-jaw flight tickets: smart fly back from King Fahd International Airport (DMM).
Hotel & flight: book a package holiday including overnight stay and travel with 1 travel agent.

What is a favorable departure month?

January 2023: a cheap flight month outside the high season.
February 2023: book a flight trip during the winter holidays.
March 2023: this is a great destination for spring break.
April 2023: discover the highlights of the city with a city trip in Mekka.
May 2023: opt for a package holiday if you want a good guarantee.
June 2023: book your flight and hotel bundle for an attractive rate.
July 2023: the summer holidays are often a busy period.
August 2023: the range of holiday flights is very large during this period.
September 2023: keep an eye on the last minute flights.
October 2023: during the autumn holidays you can recover from all the hustle and bustle.
November: 2022: an all-inclusive holiday including food and drinks.
December: 2022: an unforgettable Christmas holiday in the winter sun.

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Help with your booking: take advantage of additional services

When you compare flights from Mekka booking websites offer some nice options and additional services to make your trip comfortable. The range of additional services is growing rapidly. So it can cause some stress. Which services are useful to me, and which options do not add anything for my flight? In the list below you can find a full explanation about additional upgrades that can often be booked (such as at American Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Ryanair, China Eastern Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Lufthansa, easyJet, Air China, IndiGo, Air Canada, Turkish Airlines and Spirit Airlines, LATAM Airlines, Aeroflot, JetBlue Airways, Azul, Air France / KLM).

Book additional luggage

By hand luggage we mean a backpack or bag that you take with you in the cabin. Like, for example, a small overnight bag, handbag, travel bag, trolley, briefcase, purse. Most of the carriers allow a maximum of 1 piece of free hand luggage. By checked baggage we mean a suitcase which you hand in at the check-in desk. These suitcases go to the baggage hold. Often the maximum weight is around 23 – 30 kg. The average costs are between €0,00 (free) to €80,00.

Max 1 backpack hand luggage (56 x 45 x 25 cm, maximum 7 – 10 kilograms).
Checked baggage: this is usually max. 1 suitcase , no more than 15 – 25 kilograms.
The airline’s website contains info for current baggage rules.

Seat reservation information

Traveling with the whole family to Mekka by plane? Then of course you want to sit together as much as possible. You can usually choose seats next to each other when booking the flight. If you choose specific seat numbers you can see the extra price right away. Do you think seat reservation is too expensive? Then your seat will be assigned randomly. During online check-in it’s easy to make a seat selection. Would you like a little more legroom? You will then pay an additional surcharge.

Economy class: the most affordable seats (also front row (in front), at the toilets, at the aisle, near the emergency exit, at the window, near the kitchen (galley).
Business class: more luxurious seat where you can easily sleep.
First class: ideal airline seats with premium support.

Do I need cancellation insurance?

Do you have to cancel your holiday? In that case, certain cancellation costs apply. Your Flight Cancellation Insurance covers the damage costs if your trip is unexpectedly canceled. Reasons can be: medically necessary surgery, divorce, an accident, damage to your home, involuntary unemployment, complications during pregnancy. you are entitled to a reasonable compensation for adjusting or changing the booked flight.

Take out insurance within 7 days of flight booking.
A short-term travel insurance covers damage during your trip (then think about car breakdown assistance, emergency assistance, legal counsel, replacement vehicle, winter sports accidents, medical expenses).
Luggage insurance: you are well insured against loss and theft of personal items.

Meals and food on board

Your flight trip Mekka (Middle East) is described as intercontinental air travel. Please note the following: with most airlines a meal and drinks are included. The served food and drinks varies widely. This mainly depends on what time you fly. The drinks and the meal is handed out by the stewards. Travelers are also allowed to bring their own food.

intercontinental plane trip: often the meal is included in the ticket price.
Served meals and drinks is highly dependent on season and flight time.
In-flight entertainment: screen (interactive) with current weather forecast, radio / music, reading light, navigation, movies / series, games.

Everything about business flying

Do you have to travel for work? Then you want to travel as easily as possible. Major terminals have several additional services: business car park, early boarding and a place in a shielded lounge where you can recharge yourself. Are you flying from Ta’if Regional Airport? Then consider a premium membership. This means front parking and faster boarding.

Free WIFI: free internet in lounge and on board.
Priority boarding: you are allowed to board first (and so you can be sure that you can take your hand luggage in the cabin).
Members-only & pay-to-access lounges: an enclosed area with a quiet atmosphere.
For business trips: the workstations are equipped with good facilities.
Special parking deck close to the entrance.
Loyalty programs: airlines offer frequent flyer programs like Air Miles, Mileage Plan, SkyPass, Lifemiles, AAdvantage, Miles&Smiles, Miles&More, SkyMiles, Southwest Rapid Rewards, Frontier Miles, Flying Blue, KrisFlyer.

Additional Flight Services

You can book all kinds of useful services you can book to match the international of domestic flight even better to your wishes. Below you can view multiple popular services.

Pets: most airlines allow you to take a dog or cat with you.
Special baggage: bicycle, musical instrument, diving equipment, sports equipment, fishing equipment, skis and snowboard.
Make your flight more sustainable with CO2 compensation.
Valet-parking: your car will be parked by a co-worker at a safe parking lot nearby.
Car rental: the comfort of a luxury rental car in Mekka.
Arrange extra checked baggage: there are various options for booking extra baggage.
Flying with baby: with children’s luggage like buggy / stroller, child seat, camping bed, baby carrying bag, Maxi-Cosi, wrap.
Airport transfer: arrange your shuttle service before arrival.

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Discover Airports in Mekka (and nearby regions)

Do you want to save time with the fastest flight to Mekka? Near this city, there are large and smaller Saudi airfields. One of the most talked-about airports in the country is King Fahd International Airport. The flag carrier Saudia is flying here a lot. In the schedule below you can check out various famous aerodromes with many international destinations. From these locations you can choose for public transport provides (bus/train) or taxi service and airport shuttle service. Recognized air passenger carriers who operate flights here are Lufthansa (LH), Etihad Airways (EY), Iran Air (IR) or KLM (KL).

Airport	IATA abbreviation	Distance (KM)
El-baha	ABT	221,2 km
Abha	AHB	456,9 km
Bisha	BHH	327,5 km
Jeddah	JED	79,5 km
Madinah	MED	352,6 km
Port Sudan	PZU	349,7 km
Taif	TIF	71,9 km
Yenbo	YNB	357,7 km

List of airports at a short distance from Mekka (Saudi Arabia).

Popular Airport Mekka: Ta’if Regional Airport

Airport Ta’if Regional Airport is an airport of arrival nearby. We are talking about a medium-sized terminal located 1478 meters above sea level in Ta’if. The address for navigation is: FGMV+69 Taif Saudi Arabia. You can also read practical information on gaca.gov.sa/web/ar-sa/airport/taif-international-airport. You can also ask questions by phone (+966 12 726 0012). An excellent national carrier is Saudia. Via the comparator you can also find cheap non-stop flights to Phoenix.

Overview to compare departure airport

King Fahd International Airport: the busiest departure airport in the country.
Orlando Executive Airport (ORL): your starting point for fun fly-and-drive holidays.
McCarran International Airport (LAS): excellent handling of baggage, customs and security checks.
Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH): You can order meals and drinks at the various catering establishments.
Brussels Airport (BRU): wide choice of shops and restaurants.
Kempegowda International Airport (BLR): wide choice of shops and restaurants.
Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO): free Wi-Fi at the airport and excellent workplaces for business travelers.
Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS): easily accessible by public transport or car.
Sheremetyevo International Airport (SVO): excellent flight times and pleasant baggage handling.
Barcelona–El Prat Airport (BCN): a user-friendly website with all current flight times.
Antalya Airport (AYT): all modern facilities and amenities are available.
Heathrow Airport (LHR): after arrival you can relax in the lounge or at the catering.

10 popular airlines for your next flight

You can choose from a couple of commercial airlines going to Saudi Arabia (SA) by air plane. Hereafter we share 10 reliable airlines for a package trip to Mekka.

Etihad Airways (EY): you can easily request your boarding pass.
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV): friendly staff and excellent customer service.
Saudia: easily manage your booking and check in online.
Delta Air Lines (DL): you can view all flight-data via the website.
Oman Air (WY): carefree flight with the whole family.
Emirates (EK): book your tickets easily via the user-friendly booking module.
Lufthansa (LH): there are flights to many different countries.
Etihad Airways (EY): choice of various extras such as insurance, car rental and extra luggage.
Iran Air (IR): economy class with competitive rates for every traveller.
KLM (KL): user-friendly App with all flight times.

Top-10 booking websites

Through the Internet you can make purchases via a lot cheap travel agencies and intermediaries. In the following summary you can find 10 good booking websites to find round-trip flight offers Mekka for December 2024.

Momondo: find the cheapest, quickest or best flight deals in 1 App.
Skyscanner: compare cheap flight prices from all major airlines in December 2024.
Expedia: easily save on your booking and all-inclusive trips to Mekka.
Kayak: flights, hotels, rental cars, RVs, activities and more.
Travelocity: book at more than 25 million hotels and properties.
Onetravel.com: explore latest flight deals for your next travel.
Hopper: find over a million flights, hotels, homes, rental cars and more.
TripAdvisor Flights: handy platform for finding out ticket prices.
Booking.com: stay at top unique properties & book your tickets.
Google Flights: insights into the departure times and rates of all airlines.

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View weather forecasts Mekka, Saudi Arabia

The country has an attractive Hot deserts climate. The annual temperature is 27,7 degrees °C. A pleasant time to go here is October to April. It’s the best holiday season to go into the nature and to move around. In the table below you can find out temperatures for the coming week. We show the temperature forecast for every day of the week and you will find an indication of sun, clouds or rain here. See also affordable flights to Lake Havasu City.

Weather report Saturday, December 21, 2024

Fly-drive Mekka: combine trip with rental car

Fly-and-drive is simply: a flight including rental car. Fly-drive is very suitable when you reach the destination airport: you can immediately continue your journey with a rental car. For you as a traveler it is great that you can book everything in 1 package. After you arrive in the arrivals hall you know that everything is well arranged. Enjoy nature and culture without being locked into a tight schedule. Local address: 9VQ5+J5J, Al Hijrah, Mecca 24241, Saudi Arabia.

Your sedan or SUV is ready in the parking garage.
City trip: experience the ultimate holiday feeling during a weekend break.
Summer trip car hire: by plane you can reach a sunny destination in no time.

Flight + Hotel Bundles

Are you booking a flight with a hotel? We call this a package holiday. There are many pluses: it is often cheaper, you can travel safely and confidently and you don’t have to book everything separately. With some travel providers, the transfer from airport Ta’if Regional Airport to your hotel room can be booked apart.

Always on-site support with a package holiday.
You can also book breakfast, lunch and dinner with an all-inclusive holiday.
Suggested hotels for holiday season: Fal Al Jadeed, شقه الزاهر, العوالي مكه, سرور, Qasr Alazizia Hotel.

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What are good airports for my flight to Mekka?

In the vicinity of this city you can fly to small-scale and larger Saudi airplane landing areas. For example, think of El-baha (ABT), Bisha (BHH) or Abha (AHB). An important airport is King Fahd International Airport. You will be rapidly at your accommodation thanks to train, bus, taxi (PT) or an airport transfer (shuttle service). Some factors to consider when choosing an airport: analyze the travel time to the hotel, the number of canceled flights, the expected wait time (security), and the possibility of direct routes if you prefer fly non-stop to Mekka.

What are good airlines in this area?

Mekka in Saudi Arabia is a good Saudi surrounding. More and more airlines are active here. Both with direct and indirect flights. Attractive airlines are for example: Etihad Airways (EY), Saudi Arabian Airlines (SV), Saudia, Delta Air Lines (DL), Oman Air (WY), Emirates (EK), Lufthansa (LH), Etihad Airways (EY), Iran Air (IR), KLM (KL). An excellent local Saudi flag carrier is Saudia. Tip: check first your favorite airline ticket comparator for interesting promotions. Also research the ticket rates on the online environment of the air companies.

What is the best time to book cheap flights to Mekka?

Airline ticket prices are constantly changing. Flight tickets with travel dates in the peak seasons (summer period) are often pricey. Holiday in low season (November – February) can often be cheaper. Do you have to travel during school holidays? Then book on time! 3 – 5 months before departure date, you have a good chance of getting cheap tickets. From then most prices continue to rise. A piece of advice: well before the high season most charter airlines promote great early birds fares. Keep a close eye on these deals!

Last minute flights Mekka: is that really cheaper?

Booking websites want to sell every seat. Is the airline struggling with unsold seats? In that case, the leftover places are usually offered with a huge discount. That way, the last seats are also sold. You can take advantage of this. How do I do that? Some tips: check the airline’s website every day, set a notification on a dropped price and search for multiple destinations. Tour operators also offer interesting last-minute deals.

Is there good public transport here?

Flight destination Mekka scores excellent when it comes to public transport. Everyone easily travels to multiple airports. From the arrivals hall, buy a ticket for the bus or train to your final destination. During busy periods you can also take the shuttle service. You can check departure times and locations on the airport’s official website. Does the price matter little to you, and do you want to go to the hotel quickly? There is always a taxi available. In the case of a family vacation package from travel companies like Thomas Cook, Travelocity, Hotwire, Expedia, Kayak, Orbitz, transfer from and to the airport is in most cases included in the price.