Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi in Makkah?
A private taxi from Jeddah Airport to a hotel in Makkah starts from SAR 200 per car in a Toyota Camry. Rides inside Makkah, such as a train station transfer or a trip to Masjid Aisha, start from SAR 100. Hourly hire starts from SAR 100 per hour. Prices are per car, not per person. They do not include tolls, parking or airport fees, and they change in Ramadan and Hajj season. Send us your route on WhatsApp for an exact price.
Which taxi service is best in Makkah?
The best service is the one that fits your trip. Before you book, check five things. Is the price per car and agreed before the ride? Does the driver track your flight and wait if it is late? Is the ride private, with a vehicle big enough for your bags? Can the driver speak your language? Do you pay only after you arrive? Al Haram Cabs meets all five, and our Google reviews are open for you to read.
Can I use Uber in Makkah?
Yes, ride hailing apps work in Makkah for short trips in the city. For an airport pickup, a long route such as Makkah to Madinah, a family with lots of luggage or a Ziyarat tour, a pre booked private car is easier. You know the price before you travel, the right size vehicle is ready, and your driver waits for you instead of cancelling.
How do I book a taxi from Makkah to Madinah?
Send us a WhatsApp message with your date, pickup hotel, drop off hotel, number of passengers and number of bags. We reply with the price and vehicle, and confirm your booking. The drive is about 440 km. Going the other way, from Madinah to Makkah for Umrah, we stop at the Abyar Ali Miqat so you can enter ihram.
Do I have to pay in advance?
No. There is no deposit. You pay the driver in cash after you reach your destination, in Saudi riyals (SAR) or US dollars (USD). We do not take card payments.
What happens if my flight is late?
We track your flight, so your driver knows when you really land. Waiting is free for up to 2 hours after landing. If your flight is cancelled or moved to another day, message us on WhatsApp and we will change your booking.
Where do I meet my driver at the airport?
Your driver waits for you in the airport parking area. We do not stand inside the arrivals hall with a name board. Keep WhatsApp switched on when you land so we can reach you and guide you to the car. We cover all terminals at King Abdulaziz International Airport Jeddah, including the Hajj Terminal and North Terminal, and Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz Airport in Madinah.
Is the price per person or per car?
Per car. The price stays the same whether one person or a full family travels, as long as everyone fits in the vehicle you book. A Camry takes 4 passengers and 3 bags. For more people or more luggage, choose a Staria, GMC, HiAce, Coaster or bus.
Are tolls, parking and airport fees included?
No. Tolls, parking and airport fees are paid on top of the fare. Ask us about them for your route when you book.
Do you offer shared rides?
No. Every ride is private. The vehicle is only for you and your group.
What languages do your drivers speak?
Our drivers speak Urdu, English and Arabic.
Are you the official Makkah Taxi?
No. Al Haram Cabs is a private taxi service based in Makkah. We are not the government "Makkah Taxi" service. You book with us directly on WhatsApp or by phone.
Do you provide midnight airport pickups?
Yes. We work 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, so we pick you up at Jeddah or Madinah Airport at any time, including late at night. We track your flight and wait up to 2 hours for free.
Can families book a private Umrah taxi?
Yes. Every ride is private, so only your family travels in the car. Tell us how many adults, children and bags you have, and we will suggest the right vehicle.
Which vehicle is best for a lot of luggage?
For a family with many bags, choose a Hyundai Staria (6 passengers, 8 to 10 bags) or a GMC Yukon (6 passengers, 6 to 8 bags). Larger groups can book a Toyota HiAce (11 passengers, 14 to 16 bags) or a Toyota Coaster (16 passengers, 20 to 25 bags).
Do you provide hotel to hotel transfers?
Yes. We drive you from one hotel to another in Makkah, and between hotels in Makkah, Madinah, Jeddah and Taif. Send us both hotel names on WhatsApp for a price.