Qibla Direction in Madinah
Saudi Arabia · 339 km to Makkah
176.3°
south (S) from true north
The Qibla direction from Madinah, Saudi Arabia is 176.3° from true north — south (S). Makkah is 339 km away along the shortest path.
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Frequently asked questions
Which direction is the Qibla in Madinah?
176.3° clockwise from true north, i.e. south.
How far is Madinah from Makkah?
About 339 km (211 miles) along a great circle.
How do I use this bearing with a compass?
Hold the compass flat, turn until the needle points north, then face the bearing shown. Phone compasses can be affected by metal and magnets nearby, so calibrate first.
Great-circle bearing to the Kaaba (21.4225° N, 39.8262° E) from 24.4686°, 39.6142°. Places: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), https://www.geonames.org/.