Travelling from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Amman: what you need to know
Expect to be travelling for 13 hours. On average, that's the duration of a direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman.
The timezone in Amman is UTC+2. The city is six hours ahead of Washington DC, where Washington Dulles International Airport is located.
The busiest route is from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Choose from two weekly services between these two airports. If you want to take off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from IAD to AMM is the 19:50 Royal Jordanian service. If you'd rather travel later, the final departure is at 20:50 with Royal Jordanian.
Leave enough time to catch your IAD to Amman flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're travelling during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Begin your trip at IAD and fly nonstop to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). That will be your arrival point when searching for Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman tickets.
Book your favourite seat with Royal Jordanian. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from IAD to Amman. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
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Located around 40 kilometres from central Washington DC, IAD can be reached in about 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to IAD:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Washington Dulles International Airport, data shows 74.39% of flights complete their journey on time.
The address for IAD is 1 Saarinen Circle.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Amman
$626 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman flight. A return plane ticket right now is $1,140. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from IAD to Amman if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird deals.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when looking for a Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman ticket.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes about 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman. Reserve one of these accommodation options near AMM instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and experience more of Amman and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Queen Alia International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from IAD to Amman.
Best time to go to Amman
Plan your trip to Amman in high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman during the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman plane ticket, think about the kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from IAD to Amman in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
More about Amman
Start your Amman trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Amman, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Viewpoint roman theatre, Amman Citadel and Rainbow Street are must-do's during your Amman adventure.
Explore more of Jordan
Aqaba is just one of the many cities in Jordan waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Amman. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Aqaba Fort, Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum.
If you're looking to explore another side of Jordan, consider Petra, about 193 kilometres south of Amman. Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset are the start of reasons to visit.
