Two main orders
- Makkah first: land at JED, enter Ihram on the plane or at the Miqat line, then go to Makkah.
- Madinah first: land at MED, stay in Madinah, enter Ihram at Dhul-Hulayfah, then go to Makkah by train.
Practical notes
- It is not obligatory to wear Ihram on the plane; on the Madinah-first route, putting it on at the hotel is calmer.
- Use Uber, Careem or Bolt; do not haggle over taxis.
- Keep the hotel address in Arabic ready on your phone.
- Download the Google Maps offline map.
Frequently asked questions
Makkah or Madinah first?
Both are possible. Over the same 7 nights, the order of cities can change the room cost by up to 470 SAR; it should be calculated together with the flight and transfer difference.