Flying from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Around 2 hours 22 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul.
Queen Alia International Airport is located in Amman. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Amman.
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is the most traveled route, with 76 departures a week to choose from. If you prefer starting your day later, the last flight from AMM to IST is with Royal Jordanian at 18:00. Choose the first departure operated by Turkish Airlines at 01:40 if you want to get going early.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from AMM to Istanbul. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer queues in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Nonstop flights from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Istanbul are available for booking. Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is where you'll complete your journey.
Top carriers that offer direct flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul include:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from AMM to Istanbul with a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
You can enter Türkiye (Turkey) for tourism purposes without a visa if you hold a passport from Jordan. But before reserving your cheap tickets from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul, make sure you have the most up-to-date information. Visa rules can change, and you may need some documentation if your trip is for work or other reasons.
Central Amman to AMM is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 43 minutes to reach there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near AMM. Whether you're catching an early flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Istanbul
Rs31,153 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs51,488. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Lock in cheap tickets from AMM to Istanbul by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul. If you're looking to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.
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Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 48 kilometres. It'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from the centre of Istanbul. Once you've hopped off your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can also travel by public transport, which will take roughly 1 hour and 30 minutes.
After your flight from AMM to Istanbul, rest your head at a hotel close to SAW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul. August is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you like a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Before booking a flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Istanbul, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 30ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 2ºC and 11ºC. Search for cheap flights from AMM to Istanbul sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Istanbul:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are essential stops on your Istanbul itinerary.
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