How is the Qibla bearing from Mecca calculated?

We compute the initial great-circle bearing from the centre of Mecca (21.422487°, 39.826206°) to the Kaaba (21.422487°, 39.826206°). The result is 0.00° from true north — approximately North.

Why does my phone compass differ from the calculated bearing?

Phone compasses measure magnetic north and are affected by metal, electronics, and calibration. The bearing on this page is mathematical, from true north. When they disagree, trust the calculated value or a reliable physical compass.

What if the compass does not work?

Computing Qibla does not depend on the phone compass. The bearing, distance, and direction map stay visible. Use any physical compass aligned with the displayed bearing, or open the map to identify the direction visually.

Qibla direction from Mecca

Mecca is at the Kaaba. When praying in the Haram, face the Kaaba itself.

Mecca

Saudi Arabia

Computed from city centre We don't store your location

0.00° from true north

Face approximately North

Distance to the Kaaba: 0 km

Accuracy: high for the city centre — use your location for higher precision

Open the map for a visual direction

Additional options

Prayer times for Mecca Qibla calculation methodology Report a direction issue

Direction line to the Kaaba

Great-circle line from the city centre to the Kaaba. Map drawn locally — no third-party tiles, no tracking.

How do I find the direction without a compass?

The bearing is 0.00° from true north.
Use any physical compass. Treat 0° as north and turn clockwise by the bearing above.
Or open the direction map above and orient yourself visually toward the Kaaba.

Calculation details and source

City	Mecca
Country	Saudi Arabia
City centre	21.422487°, 39.826206°
Qibla bearing	0.00° from true north · North
Distance	0 km to the Kaaba
Formula	Great-circle initial bearing
Kaaba coordinates	21.422487°, 39.826206°