At Umrah Hajj Travels, we provide safe, comfortable, and affordable taxi transfers from Jeddah Airport to Makkah for Umrah and Hajj pilgrims.
Whether you are arriving at King Abdulaziz International Airport or need a city pickup, our professional drivers ensure a smooth and stress-free journey to Makkah.
We understand the needs of pilgrims traveling for Umrah and Hajj. Our services are designed to provide comfort, safety, and convenience. At Umrah Hajj Travels, your safety, comfort, and convenience are our top priorities. We are committed to:
Every Umrah journey has a moment that stays with you forever. For most pilgrims it is not the flight, not the hotel, not even the first glimpse of the Haram through a hotel window. It is the journey itselfย sitting in a car, leaving Jeddah behind, watching the desert open up around you, and knowing that with every kilometre you are getting closer to the most sacred place on earth.
That journey deserves to be peaceful. It deserves to be comfortable. And it deserves to be completely free of the stress that comes from standing in queues, arguing over fares, or worrying about whether your driver actually knows where your hotel is.
That is exactly what our Jeddah to Makkah taxi service is built to deliver. Whether you are arriving fresh off a long international flight at King Abdulaziz International Airport or you are travelling from a hotel or residence in Jeddah city, Umrah Hajj Travels provides a private, fixed-fare taxi service from Jeddah to Makkah that is booked in advance, confirmed in writing, and waiting for you when you need it.
In this complete guide we cover everything the distance, the travel time, the full Jeddah to Makkah taxi fare breakdown for every vehicle type, how the pickup process works, what makes a private taxi the best choice for Umrah pilgrims, and how to book in minutes on WhatsApp.
Before we get into fares and vehicles, let us talk about the journey itself because understanding it helps you plan better.
The distance from Jeddah city centre to Makkah Al-Mukarramah is approximately 80 kilometres. From King Abdulaziz International Airport KAIA which sits north of Jeddah city, the distance to Makkah is slightly longer at around 90 kilometres.
Under normal traffic conditions the Jeddah to Makkah taxi journey takes between one hour and fifteen minutes and one hour and forty-five minutes. The route follows the main dual carriageway highway connecting Jeddah to Makkah a smooth, well-maintained road for the majority of the drive.
During Umrah peak seasons, Ramadan nights, and the days surrounding Hajj, the traffic on this highway can build up significantly particularly as you approach the Makkah boundary checkpoints. During these periods the journey can take between two and two and a half hours. We always recommend building in extra time if you have a hotel check-in, a prayer time, or an onward transfer to Madinah on the same day.
The highway itself is a beautiful drive. As you leave the urban landscape of Jeddah and move into the open desert, there is a feeling of transition from the ordinary world to something altogether different. Many pilgrims describe this drive as the moment their Umrah truly begins.
This is what every pilgrim wants to know before they book. Below is the complete Jeddah to Makkah taxi fare guide for 2025, broken down by vehicle type, passenger capacity, and luggage allowance.
Every fare shown here is a fixed price. It is agreed at the time of booking and does not change not for night arrivals, not during Ramadan, not during Hajj season, and not for any other reason. What you see below is what you pay. No meter. No surprise charges. No negotiation at the end of the journey.
Toyota Camry โ Private Sedan Passengers: 1 to 3 Luggage: Up to 3 standard suitcases Jeddah to Makkah Taxi Fare: SAR 150 โ SAR 180 from city / SAR 180 โ SAR 210 from airport Best for: Solo travellers, couples, and small groups
The Toyota Camry is our most popular and most affordable vehicle for the Jeddah to Makkah journey. Clean, fully air-conditioned, and perfectly comfortable for one to three passengers travelling with standard luggage. If you are a solo pilgrim or travelling as a couple looking for the most affordable private taxi from Jeddah to Makkah without compromising on safety or service quality, the Camry is your ideal choice. Our Camry drivers are experienced on this route and know every shortcut and checkpoint on the road.
Kia Staria / Toyota Innova โ MPV Passengers: 4 to 6 Luggage: Up to 6 standard suitcases Jeddah to Makkah Taxi Fare: SAR 220 โ SAR 270 Best for: Families and groups of 4 to 6 passengers
The Kia Staria and Toyota Innova are the perfect vehicles for family Umrah travel from Jeddah to Makkah. These spacious MPVs offer generous legroom, excellent air conditioning, and a comfortable boot that handles the luggage of a typical family arriving after a long-haul flight. Travelling as a family of four, five, or six in a single MPV is not only more comfortable than cramming into a sedan it is also significantly more cost-effective per person than booking multiple vehicles. This is our most requested vehicle for family groups on the Jeddah Airport to Makkah route.
Toyota HiAce โ Minibus Passengers: 7 to 12 Luggage: Up to 10 standard suitcases Jeddah to Makkah Taxi Fare: SAR 380 โ SAR 480 Best for: Mosque groups, extended families, small delegations
The Toyota HiAce minibus is the gold standard for group Umrah transport between Jeddah and Makkah. When your group is large enough that splitting into multiple cars feels wrong because you want to travel together, arrive together, and begin your Umrah together the HiAce is the answer. With seating for up to twelve passengers and generous luggage capacity, it keeps your entire group in one vehicle for the full journey. On a per-person cost basis the HiAce is extremely competitive, often working out cheaper per head than any shared or public transfer alternative.
GMC Yukon / Suburban โ Luxury SUV Passengers: 4 to 7 Luggage: Up to 6 standard suitcases Jeddah to Makkah Taxi Fare: SAR 320 โ SAR 420 Best for: Premium comfort, elderly passengers, VIP transfers
For pilgrims who want to travel from Jeddah to Makkah in the highest possible comfort, the GMC Yukon and Suburban deliver a genuinely premium transfer experience. These large American luxury SUVs ride smoothly, maintain powerful climate control, and offer premium seating for up to seven passengers. Particularly popular with elderly pilgrims who need extra space and comfort, families travelling with young children who need room to move, and VIP guests of travel agencies or tour operators. After a long intercontinental flight, arriving in Makkah in a GMC Suburban is a different experience entirely from arriving in a standard sedan.
Toyota Coaster โ Large Group Coach Passengers: 13 to 25 Luggage: Up to 20 standard suitcases Jeddah to Makkah Taxi Fare: SAR 650 โ SAR 900 Best for: Large delegations, Hajj groups, tour operators
For large groups and delegations arriving together at Jeddah Airport mosque groups from the UK, Hajj committees from Pakistan, tour groups from Malaysia and Indonesia the Toyota Coaster provides the most practical, comfortable, and cost-effective group transfer from Jeddah to Makkah available. Fully air-conditioned with comfortable reclining seats and generous luggage capacity underneath, the Coaster collects your entire group at arrivals and delivers everyone directly to the hotel entrance in Makkah in a single coordinated transfer. This is the vehicle that tour operators across the world rely on for their Saudi Arabia ground operations.
The question we hear most from first-time pilgrims is a simple one how will I find my driver when I land? The answer is equally simple, and the process is the same every time, every day of the year.
Step One โ Book in Advance via WhatsApp Contact us on WhatsApp at +966 58 120 0145 with your flight number, arrival date and time, number of passengers, hotel name in Makkah, and vehicle preference. We confirm your booking within minutes, lock in your fixed fare, and send you your driver’s name and personal WhatsApp number before you even fly.
Step Two โ Your Flight Lands, We Are Already Tracking It We monitor your flight in real time from the moment it departs. If your flight is delayed by an hour, two hours, or more, your driver adjusts accordingly. You will never land to find your driver has given up and left. We track every flight, every time, without exception.
Step Three โ Clear Immigration and Collect Your Luggage After landing at King Abdulaziz International Airport, make your way through passport control and collect your luggage. This process typically takes between 30 minutes and 90 minutes depending on the flight and the immigration queue. Take your time your driver is tracking your flight and waiting patiently.
Step Four โ Walk Out to Arrivals and Find Your Name Card Your driver will be standing in the arrivals hall Terminal 1, Terminal 2, or the Hajj Terminal, whichever your flight uses holding a card with your name clearly written on it. There is no need to search for a taxi rank, negotiate with strangers, or figure out the transport system of an unfamiliar airport. You simply walk out and see your name.
Step Five โ Luggage Loaded, Journey to Makkah Begins Your driver assists with loading every piece of luggage, confirms your hotel name and address in Makkah, and the journey begins. Sit back, relax, and let the driver handle the road while you prepare yourself spiritually for your arrival in the holy city.
Step Six โ Delivered to Your Hotel Door in Makkah Your driver drops you directly at the entrance of your hotel in Makkah not at a nearby street, not at a taxi rank, but at the front door. Luggage is unloaded. Your Jeddah to Makkah taxi service journey is complete, exactly as promised, door to door.
It is important to note that our Jeddah to Makkah taxi service covers not only airport transfers but also pickups from anywhere within Jeddah city. If you are staying at a hotel in Jeddah before your Umrah, visiting family in Jeddah, or connecting from another city before heading to Makkah, we can arrange a private taxi pickup from your exact location in Jeddah.
Popular Jeddah city pickup areas we serve include Al-Balad old town, the Corniche and seafront hotels, Al-Hamra district, Al-Andalus and Al-Rawdah residential areas, Al-Safa and Al-Zahraa, and all major hospitals and medical centres. If you are in Jeddah and need a reliable, fixed-fare taxi to Makkah regardless of your exact location in the city we can arrange it.
There are a few ways to travel between Jeddah and Makkah. Here is an honest comparison that explains why tens of thousands of Umrah pilgrims choose private taxi every year.
Private Taxi vs Shared Taxi Shared taxis from Jeddah to Makkah depart only when the vehicle is full which means waiting at the taxi stand until enough strangers arrive to fill the remaining seats. This can take 20 minutes on a good day and two hours during a busy period. You then stop at multiple drop-off points in Makkah before reaching your hotel. Our private Jeddah to Makkah taxi service departs the moment you are ready and goes directly to your hotel with no stops. When you have just completed a ten-hour flight, the difference matters enormously.
Private Taxi vs Public Bus There are bus services between Jeddah and Makkah but they require you to carry your own luggage to and from the bus station, stick to a fixed timetable, and navigate an unfamiliar city at each end. For a pilgrim arriving with family, elderly parents, or significant luggage after a long international flight, this is simply not a practical option. A private taxi is door to door, on your schedule, with your luggage handled for you.
Private Taxi vs Ride-Hailing Apps Apps like Uber and Careem operate in Jeddah but they do not guarantee a vehicle will be available immediately on arrival particularly during peak Umrah periods when demand far exceeds supply. You also cannot pre-book for a specific arrival time, you have no guarantee of vehicle size for larger groups, and surge pricing can push the fare significantly above the standard rate during busy periods. Our Jeddah to Makkah taxi fare is fixed at the time of booking โ before you fly with no possibility of surge pricing or unavailability.
Every booking with Umrah Hajj Travels includes the following as standard. There are no extras to pay unless you specifically request something additional.
Book before you fly, not after you land. The single best thing you can do is confirm your Jeddah Airport to Makkah taxi before your flight departs. This way your driver is already assigned, your fare is fixed, and you have your driver’s WhatsApp number saved on your phone. You will feel the difference the moment you walk out of arrivals.
Share your exact hotel name in Makkah. Makkah has hundreds of hotels, many of them concentrated in the area surrounding the Haram. Please give us the full and exact name of your hotel โ not just the area. This ensures your driver takes you directly to the right entrance without any confusion.
Allow extra time during peak seasons. If you are travelling during Ramadan, Dhul Hijjah, or any major Islamic holiday period, please allow at least two and a half hours for the Jeddah to Makkah journey in your planning. Traffic near Makkah builds heavily during these times and it is always better to arrive early and settle in peacefully than to be rushing.
Tell us about elderly passengers or anyone with mobility needs. If any member of your group needs extra assistance getting in and out of the vehicle or has mobility limitations, please mention this when booking. We will ensure your driver is aware and prepared, and we can recommend the most suitable vehicle for your group’s comfort.
Carry some Saudi Riyals cash for any incidental expenses. While your taxi fare is fully prepaid or paid to the driver on arrival, it is always sensible to carry some Saudi Riyals cash for water, light refreshments, or any small purchases you may want to make along the way.
Makkah to Jeddah Airport Taxi When your Umrah is complete and it is time to return home, our dedicated return transfer service covers the full Makkah to Jeddah Airport journey with the same fixed fares, professional drivers, and door-to-door service. Book your return leg together with your arrival transfer for the smoothest possible overall Umrah transport experience.
Makkah to Madinah Taxi Fareย After completing your Umrah in Makkah, most pilgrims travel onwards to Madinah to visit the Prophet’s Mosque. Our intercity Makkah to Madinah taxi service covers the full 430 km journey with fixed fares for all vehicle types. Read our complete guide to the Makkah to Madinah taxi fare for full pricing and booking details.
Makkah Ziyarat Taxiย Once you have settled into your hotel in Makkah, our Makkah Ziyarat taxi tour service takes you to all the major holy sites surrounding the city Jabal al-Noor, Cave Hira, Jabal Thawr, the plains of Arafat, Mina, and Muzdalifahย in a private guided vehicle with a knowledgeable and respectful driver.
Your Umrah journey begins the moment you decide to go. Make sure every part of it including the taxi from Jeddah to Makkah is handled with the care, professionalism, and reliability it deserves.
Booking with Umrah Hajj Travels takes less than five minutes on WhatsApp. Send us your travel date, flight number if arriving at the airport, number of passengers, pickup location in Jeddah, and hotel name in Makkah. We confirm your vehicle, driver, and fixed fare immediately day or night, any day of the year.
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Ramadan, Hajj season, the middle of the night we are always ready. Your pilgrimage deserves a taxi service that treats it with the same seriousness and love that you do.
Q: What is the taxi fare from Jeddah to Makkah in 2025?
The Jeddah to Makkah taxi fare in 2025 starts from SAR 150 for a private Toyota Camry sedan from Jeddah city carrying up to 3 passengers. From Jeddah Airport the same vehicle starts from SAR 180. A Kia Staria or Innova MPV for 4 to 6 passengers costs SAR 220 to SAR 270. A Toyota HiAce minibus for 7 to 12 passengers is SAR 380 to SAR 480. A GMC Yukon luxury SUV for up to 7 passengers costs SAR 320 to SAR 420, and a Toyota Coaster coach for 13 to 25 passengers is priced between SAR 650 and SAR 900. All fares are fully fixed and agreed before the journey there are no meters, no surge charges, and no hidden fees.
Q: Can I book a Jeddah to Makkah taxi from Jeddah city not just the airport?
Absolutely. Our Jeddah to Makkah taxi service covers pickups from anywhere in Jeddah including city centre hotels, residential areas, the Corniche, Al-Balad, hospitals, and any other address. Simply send us your exact pickup address when booking via WhatsApp and we will confirm your driver, vehicle, and fare for a city pickup. The fare from Jeddah city is slightly lower than from the airport due to the shorter distance. Please provide your full address including building name or landmark so your driver can locate you easily.
Q: How long does the Jeddah to Makkah taxi journey take and what affects the time?
Under normal traffic conditions the Jeddah to Makkah taxi journey takes between one hour fifteen minutes and one hour forty-five minutes. The distance is approximately 80 km from Jeddah city and 90 km from Jeddah Airport. The main factors that affect journey time are traffic volume on the main Jeddah-Makkah highway, the length of queues at the Makkah boundary checkpoints, and the time of day and season. During Ramadan evenings, the days before and after Hajj, and major Islamic holidays, the journey can take between two and two and a half hours. We always recommend informing us of any time-sensitive commitments flights, hotel check-ins, prayer times so we can advise the best departure time for your specific situation.
