Travelling from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know
Around 2 hours 35 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.
Istanbul is one hour ahead of Amman and is in the UTC+3 timezone.
Flights from AMM to IST start from 01:40 — the first with Turkish Airlines. The last departure is at 18:00 with Royal Jordanian. Overall, there are 76 weekly Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your AMM to IST flight.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. When you're ready to start your Istanbul holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see corner of Türkiye (Turkey):
Most passengers choose to travel with Jordan Aviation on this route.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Top stopovers between AMM and IST include:
Antalya Airport
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport
Cairo International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is Rs31,323. A return ticket is currently Rs67,788. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To secure cheap tickets from AMM to IST, book your journey six months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport maintains a strong on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from AMM land at their destination as scheduled 85.48% of the time.
Queen Alia International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Amman. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near AMM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
If you're coming in on a late Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these hotels near IST:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul
From Istanbul Ataturk Airport, Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
April is the busiest month for flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Istanbul in February.
Lock in your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you want to visit Istanbul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 20ºC and 30ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from AMM to IST in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many cities in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
Izmir is another favourite destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. No trip is complete without visiting Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.