Travelling from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can start your journey from in Istanbul. Explore your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when searching for a flight from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 45 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport flight.
Amman is one hour behind Istanbul. Queen Alia International Airport is located in Amman, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is the most popular route. There are 48 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with Royal Jordanian at 11:55pm. Choose the first IST to AMM departure operated by Royal Jordanian at 12:30am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Istanbul to AMM.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to keep to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Go straight to your destination from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) can be booked from here.
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport out of IST include:
The airline most travellers choose when flying between IST and AMM is Turkish Airlines.
IST is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour 45 minutes.
Have an early flight from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
You can book a direct Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) flight ticket out of Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW). Work out whether departing from SAW makes the most sense for you.
You can board a direct flight from Istanbul to AMM with Pegasus. This is one of the main airlines that operates this route out of SAW.
On the SAW to AMM route, Pegasus is the preferred choice of many.
Book with Pegasus if you're looking for punctuality. Its flights between Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and Queen Alia International Airport land as scheduled 86.89% of the time.
You can get to SAW from central Istanbul in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Istanbul to AMM flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Sabiha Gokcen International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Sabiha Gokcen International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 76.93%.
About Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Reserve a hotel near AMM if you have a late flight from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport. Select one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Go where the road takes you with a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and chase adventure across Amman and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride around one week ahead of your Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
At the moment, Rs21,489 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs54,745. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Istanbul to AMM, book early. Airlines typically offer lower prices when flights first go on sale.
Affordable Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport tickets are easier to find if you're not locked into specific dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across each month and then choose the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. April is the quietest month to go to Amman. August is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), which may be ideal if you're after more action.
Before locking in your Istanbul to AMM flight ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 36ºC.
January sees temperatures of between 4ºC and 17ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Amman
Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Queen Alia International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amman:
All great holidays should include some sightseeing. Umayyad Mosque, Roman Amphitheatre and National Archaeological Museum are must-do's during your Amman adventure.
Explore more of Jordan
You've visited Amman, now it's time to discover more of Jordan. Travel about 257 kilometres south to Aqaba to check off its popular sights. From Sheikh Zayed Mosque to South Beach and South Beach, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Petra is another sought-after destination in Jordan and is around 161 kilometres south of Amman. No journey is complete without visiting Siq, Al Khazneh (The Treasury) and The Great Temple.
