Qibla direction in Makkah Region
Great circle to the Kaaba at 21.4225° N, 39.8262° E
In short
From Makkah Region the qibla is towards the east: 96.36° from true north in Jeddah. Across the region the bearing runs from 96° to 342°, because each place has its own great-circle line to the Kaaba. MuslimSuite has a qibla page for 12 cities in Makkah Region, each with the exact bearing and the distance to Makkah.
Qibla bearing in the largest cities of Makkah Region
| City | Qibla from true north |
|---|---|
| Jeddah | 96.36° · east |
| Makkah | 172.19° · south * |
| Ta'if | 285.60° · west |
| Rabigh | 151.80° · south-east |
| Ash Shafa | 307.41° · north-west |
| Al Lith | 341.96° · north |
| Ranyah | 274.05° · west |
| Al Khurmah | 256.99° · west |
| Thuwal | 142.27° · south-east |
| Turabah | 277.39° · west |
* In Makkah the direction changes from one district to the next: face the Kaaba itself. The bearing shown here is measured from the city centre.
All 12 cities in Makkah Region
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Frequently asked questions
What is the qibla direction in Makkah Region?
Towards the east. In Jeddah it is 96.36°, measured clockwise from true north; the other cities of Makkah Region lie between 96° and 342°.
Is the qibla the same everywhere in Makkah Region?
Nearly, but not exactly. The qibla is the shortest path over the globe to the Kaaba, so the bearing changes a little from place to place. Use the page of your own city.
Can I use a compass with these bearings?
The bearings are measured from true north. A magnetic compass can be several degrees off depending on where you are, so check it with the sun method described on your city's page.