Queen Alia Airport serves Amman, Jordan's capital, approximately 35 km south of the city.
It is the country's main access point, the gateway to Petra, the Dead Sea, and the Wadi Rum desert.
How to get to Queen Alia International Airport
By Car
By Train
By Bus
Average travel time to AMM
Parking near Queen Alia International Airport
A multi-story parking structure stands next to the terminal.
Rates are in line with the standards of a medium-size Middle Eastern regional hub.
How to get to Amman from AMM
By Train
By Bus
By Taxi
Airport transfers you can book in advance
Shuttles and private transfers you can book online, picked from the best rated by travelers.
Airport Transfer - Queen Alia International Airport to Amman
From Queen Alia Airport to Amman
Both Ways Private Transfer: Amman City or Airport to Petra
Airport Transfer To and From Amman
Car rental at Queen Alia International Airport
The major international car rental companies have desks in the arrivals area, very useful for reaching Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea autonomously.
License, passport, and credit card are the basic documents; IDP is almost always required.
Hotels near Queen Alia International Airport
At Queen Alia
The Amman Airport Hotel is about 3.5 km from the terminal with a free shuttle; the private villas for short layovers are 5-10 minutes' drive from the airport.
Best for: Dawn departures and one-night layovers, when the 30-45 minutes to Amman aren't worth covering twice.
- No risk of running late for an early-morning flight
- The private villas offer self check-in and their own pool, handy for late-night arrivals
- The area is all terminals, car parks and the road to the desert: nothing to do on foot
- The private villas need booking carefully: they're short-term rentals run by individuals, not chains with uniform standards
Recommended hotels
- Amman Airport Hotel 304 rooms about 3.5 km from the Queen Alia terminals, with a free shuttle; pool and gym for anyone who just needs to rest between two flights. View availability
- Private Airport Pool Villa Queen Alia Airport Private villa with pool about 10 minutes from the terminals, designed for families or groups in transit who want more space than a hotel room. View availability
Fifth Circle and Abdali
About 35 km and 30-45 minutes by car from Queen Alia depending on traffic along the Airport Highway; it's the same area where the city's upscale hotels are concentrated.
Best for: For travelers with a day or more in Amman who are willing to accept a 30-45-minute transfer from Queen Alia in exchange for being at the heart of the capital's life.
- The district with the highest concentration of luxury hotels and international restaurants in Amman
- A convenient base for the Citadel, the Roman theater and Rainbow Street, all just a few minutes away by taxi
- Two 30-45-minute transfers (there and back) are a burden if you're only staying one night
- Outside the hotels and their restaurants, Fifth Circle is built more for offices than for strolling
Recommended hotels
- Four Seasons Hotel Amman At Fifth Circle, between the Sweifiyah residential district and the Shmeisani financial district; a landmark for anyone wanting the highest level of service in the city. View availability
- Fairmont Amman On Beirut Street, also at Fifth Circle, about 3 minutes' drive from Abdali Boulevard: convenient both for the business district and for going out to dinner. View availability
Airport services
Shopping & Duty Free
Lounges & relaxation
Connectivity & Wi-Fi
Families & Children
Terminal guide
The terminal is modern, among the most award-winning in the Middle East for service quality.
Before international flights it's prudent to present yourself with 3 hours' margin.
Map of Queen Alia International Airport
Frequently asked questions
Q. How does the taxi from Queen Alia to Amman work?
You buy a fixed-fare coupon (22-25 JOD) at the dedicated counter near the taxi rank, then hand it to the driver: no negotiation needed, the price is set by law.
Q. Is the Jordan Pass worth it?
Yes, almost always for those visiting Petra: it includes the free visa (with a minimum stay of 3 nights) and entry to over 40 attractions, saving money compared with paying separately for the visa and tickets.
Q. How far is Petra from Amman airport?
About 3 hours by car: many visitors reach it on an organised tour or by renting a car directly at the airport.
Q. How much does a visa on arrival for Jordan cost?
40 JOD (about 56 USD) if purchased separately; free if included in the Jordan Pass for stays of at least 3 nights.
Flight board
Real-time status of arriving and departing flights
