Direct (nonstop) flights from Amman to Aqaba

2 airlines fly nonstop from Queen Alia International (AMM) to Aqaba (AQJ). It's 156 miles (251 km), about 1h in the air. Operated by Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines.

AMM
Queen Alia International
🇯🇴 Amman, Jordan
AQJ
Aqaba
🇯🇴 Aqaba, Jordan
Flight Time
1h
Distance
156 mi
251 km
CO₂/pax
29 kg
−91 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Royal Jordanian +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Royal Jordanian Royal Jordanian Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Royal Jordanian RJ Royal Jordanian
Route
AMM → AQJ
Flight Time
1h
Distance
156 mi
Turkish Airlines TK Turkish Airlines
Route
AMM → AQJ
Flight Time
1h
Distance
156 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Amman to Aqaba with one stop · direct emits 29 kg CO₂ per passenger

AMM CAI (Cairo) AQJ
Leg 1: 1h 30m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (219 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 120 kg CO₂ (+314% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → CAI
1h 30m · 293 mi
View AMM to CAI flights →
Leg 2
CAI → AQJ
1h 5m · 219 mi
View CAI to AQJ flights →
AMM IST (Istanbul) AQJ
Leg 1: 2h 40m (771 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (877 mi) Total: ~5h 20m 🍃 330 kg CO₂ (+1038% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → IST
2h 40m · 771 mi
View AMM to IST flights →
Leg 2
IST → AQJ
2h 40m · 877 mi
View IST to AQJ flights →

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Amman to Aqaba?

A nonstop flight from Amman (AMM) to Aqaba (AQJ) takes approximately 1 hours. The distance is 156 miles (251 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Amman to Aqaba?

2 airlines: Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Amman to Aqaba?

Yes. 2 airlines: Royal Jordanian, Turkish Airlines.

How far is Amman from Aqaba?

The flight distance from Amman to Aqaba is 156 miles (251 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Amman to Aqaba?

At 1h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Amman to Aqaba?

Roughly 29 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 145 km.

Is the return flight from Aqaba to Amman also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Amman to Aqaba?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Queen Alia International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.