Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ): what you need to know
Aqaba's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Aqaba two hours ahead of London.
To ensure you catch your LGW to AQJ flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LGW and AQJ include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
Sofia Airport
Geneve Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
At the moment, Rs37,633 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs79,383. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from LGW to AQJ if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
Landing cheap flights from LGW to AQJ is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
69.26% of flights that leave from London Gatwick Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach London Gatwick Airport from central London, it'll take around 1 hour 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 80 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near LGW:
Arriving at King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport flight. ENG-Murjan Apartment is a comfortable option near AQJ. Or check in and relax at Aqaba Recreational Centre before heading to your final destination.
Begin your adventure by picking up a King Hussein International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Al Thuraya Car Hire, Arena Rent a Car or Dollar and experience the lesser-explored corners of Aqaba and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your ride from King Hussein International Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to central Aqaba
King Hussein International Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from the centre of Aqaba. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport is April, while March is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Aqaba based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Aqaba is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from London Gatwick Airport to King Hussein International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from LGW to AQJ sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Jordan
Zarqa is just one of the many places in Jordan waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Aqaba. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, popular attractions include Zero salon, Al Sharaq Park and Al fajer Arabians نادي ومربط الفجر للجواد العربي.
Around 354 kilometres north of Aqaba, Irbid is another favourite stop in Jordan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at EMAR IRBIID PARK, Al Worood and Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel.