Taif Airport Taxi to and from Makkah
Some pilgrims fly into Taif Airport because flights are cheaper or easier. From there it is a mountain drive down to Makkah, with the miqat on the way.
A private taxi from Taif Airport to a Makkah hotel costs from SAR 250 (Sedan) and takes about 2 hours. From a Makkah hotel to Taif Airport costs from SAR 200. Arriving for Umrah, you stop at the miqat Qarn al-Manazil to enter ihram.
Arriving at Taif Airport
- Send your flight number. We track the flight.
- Your driver meets you after baggage, in the arrivals area.
- If you are doing Umrah, the driver stops at Masjid As-Sayl al-Kabir or Wadi Mahram for ihram.
- Drive down to your Makkah hotel.
Departing from Taif Airport
Leave your Makkah hotel at least 4 hours before your flight. The mountain road can be slow. Fare from SAR 200.
Makkah to Taif Airport fares (departure)
| Vehicle | Fare (SAR) |
|---|---|
| Sedan (Camry / Sonata) | SAR 200 |
| Ford Taurus | SAR 250 |
| Hyundai H1 / Staria | SAR 300 |
| GMC Yukon 2022–24 | SAR 400 |
| GMC Yukon 2025 | SAR 500 |
| Toyota Hiace | SAR 375 |
| Toyota Coaster | SAR 700 |
* Fixed fares per vehicle, not per person. Rates exclude VAT.
Taif Airport to Makkah fares (arrival)
| Vehicle | Fare (SAR) |
|---|---|
| Sedan (Camry / Sonata) | SAR 250 |
| Ford Taurus | SAR 300 |
| Hyundai H1 / Staria | SAR 350 |
| GMC Yukon 2022–24 | SAR 500 |
| GMC Yukon 2025 | SAR 600 |
| Toyota Hiace | SAR 450 |
| Toyota Coaster | SAR 800 |
* Fixed fares per vehicle, not per person. Rates exclude VAT.
Frequently asked questions
How long from Taif Airport to Makkah?
About 2 hours, plus time at the miqat if you stop for ihram.
How much is a taxi from Taif Airport to Makkah?
From SAR 250 per car (Sedan).
Do I need ihram when flying into Taif for Umrah?
Yes. You can put it on at the miqat Qarn al-Manazil on the way down to Makkah. Our driver stops there.
Can you take us to a hotel in Taif instead?
Yes, ask on WhatsApp for a Taif airport to Taif hotel price.
Related pages
- Taif GuideRoad, miqat and sites.
- Makkah to Taif TaxiDay trip.
- Miqat Points GuideAll five miqats.
- Airport Meet & GreetDriver in arrivals.
- All routes & locationsEvery Zikr Cabs route with starting fares.
Book your ride on WhatsApp
Send your date, time, pickup, drop-off and number of passengers to +966 59 590 1564. We reply 24/7 and confirm a fixed price before you travel.
