Travelling from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Amman: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 15 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman.
Amman is one hour behind Jeddah, where King Abdulaziz International Airport is located. Amman observes the UTC+2 timezone.
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is the most traveled route, with 50 weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, the last flight from JED to AMM is with Saudia at 22:30. Go for the first departure operated by Saudia at 01:00 if you want to fly out earlier.
Give yourself enough time to catch your JED to Amman flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Direct King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman tickets are available for booking. Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) will be where your journey ends.
You'll find a good selection of carriers that offer direct flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman, including:
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore a different city. When browsing for plane tickets from JED to Amman, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH)
Central Jeddah to JED is around 14 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near JED. Whether you have an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are all about convenience:
King Abdulaziz International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from JED land at their destination as scheduled 81.7% of the time.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to Amman
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman flight is Rs22,104. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs56,664. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to land cheap flights from JED to Amman if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
Landing cheap tickets from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest fares across each month and land a fantastic deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is around 40 kilometres from central Amman. If you're grabbing a taxi or a ride-share, the drive takes about 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMM instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and explore beyond Amman's usual tourist stops.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Queen Alia International Airport about one week ahead of your flight from JED to Amman.
Best time to go to Amman
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman. The city buzzes during high season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Amman in the off-season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Amman is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 17ºC. Search for a cheap ticket from JED to Amman around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amman
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amman right here. Check out these hotels after you've booked your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to Amman:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Viewpoint roman theatre, Amman Citadel and Rainbow Street are must-visits when exploring Amman.
Explore more of Jordan
Aqaba is just one of the many places in Jordan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Amman. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Aqaba Fort, Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Jordan, consider Petra, roughly 193 kilometres south of Amman. Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset are key highlights.