Flying from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ): What you need to know
Your route to adventure begins at Amman's main airport, Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Check out the options for booking a flight from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) leaving from this terminal.
55 minutes is the average duration of a direct Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport flight.
Aqaba's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Amman. Aqaba King Hussein International Airport is located in Aqaba.
The busiest route is from Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ), with 19 direct services every week. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from AMM to AQJ is the 1am Turkish Airlines service. If a later start suits your schedule, the final departure is at 11:55pm with Royal Jordanian.
To ensure you catch your flight from Amman to AQJ, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak month like January? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Amman
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) depart from this terminal.
When jetting out of AMM, you can catch a direct flight from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport with Royal Jordanian.
The top choice among passengers flying between AMM and AQJ is Royal Jordanian.
Turkish Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier on this route, with 89.76% of services landing as scheduled.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Amman, AMM can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your travels? Stay near Amman Queen Alia International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:
85% of flights leaving Amman Queen Alia International Airport reach their destination according to schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of AMM.
About Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
It's hard to beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal if you've touched down on a late flight from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport. Aqaba Flat 2 bedroom 2bath AC and ENG-Murjan Apartment are great choices near AQJ.
Begin your adventure by picking up a Aqaba King Hussein International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Al Thuraya Car Hire, Arena Rent a Car or Dollar to explore Aqaba and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport flight.
Getting from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to central Aqaba
Central Aqaba is around 11 kilometres from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport is $55. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $117. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 11 months before travelling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Amman to AQJ.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport tickets. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
September is the busiest month for flights from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ). Visit Aqaba in January if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Amman to AQJ plane ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Aqaba to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 40ºC (104ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Aqaba
After booking your flight from Amman to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Aqaba:
You'll find plenty of fantastic things to do in Aqaba when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at Sheikh Zayed Mosque followed by South Beach and South Beach Aqaba.
Explore more of Jordan
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in Jordan, consider Madaba, about 241 kilometres north of Aqaba. Madaba Archaeological Park, Madaba Mosaic Map and Al-Masarwa Cathedral Ruins are key highlights.
