Direct (nonstop) flights from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh

2 airlines fly nonstop from Queen Alia International (AMM) to Sharm El Sheikh Airport (SSH). It's 275 miles (442 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Jordan Aviation, Royal Jordanian.

AMM
Queen Alia International
🇯🇴 Amman, Jordan
SSH
Sharm El Sheikh Airport
🇪🇬 Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
275 mi
442 km
CO₂/pax
51 kg
−49 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Jordan Aviation +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Jordan Aviation Jordan Aviation Royal Jordanian Royal Jordanian

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Jordan Aviation R5 Jordan Aviation
Route
AMM → SSH
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
275 mi
Royal Jordanian RJ Royal Jordanian
Route
AMM → SSH
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
275 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh with one stop · direct emits 51 kg CO₂ per passenger

AMM HRG (Hurghada) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 20m (339 mi) Leg 2: 50m (65 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 100 kg CO₂ (+96% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → HRG
1h 20m · 339 mi
View AMM to HRG flights →
Leg 2
HRG → SSH
50m · 65 mi
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AMM CAI (Cairo) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 30m (293 mi) Leg 2: 1h (232 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+139% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → CAI
1h 30m · 293 mi
View AMM to CAI flights →
Leg 2
CAI → SSH
1h · 232 mi
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AMM BGW (Baghdad) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 35m (492 mi) Leg 2: 2h (689 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 244 kg CO₂ (+378% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → BGW
1h 35m · 492 mi
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Leg 2
BGW → SSH
2h · 689 mi
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AMM HBE (Alexandria) SSH
Leg 1: 1h 45m (376 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (348 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+212% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → HBE
1h 45m · 376 mi
View AMM to HBE flights →
Leg 2
HBE → SSH
1h 55m · 348 mi
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AMM JED (Jeddah) SSH
Leg 1: 2h 10m (719 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (527 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 256 kg CO₂ (+402% vs. direct)
Leg 1
AMM → JED
2h 10m · 719 mi
View AMM to JED flights →
Leg 2
JED → SSH
1h 35m · 527 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh?

A nonstop flight from Amman (AMM) to Sharm el Sheikh (SSH) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 275 miles (442 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh?

2 airlines: Jordan Aviation, Royal Jordanian.

Is there a nonstop flight from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh?

Yes. 2 airlines: Jordan Aviation, Royal Jordanian.

How far is Amman from Sharm el Sheikh?

The flight distance from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh is 275 miles (442 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

Do I need a visa to travel from Jordan to Egypt?

Depends on your passport. Check with the Egypt embassy or an official visa portal before booking — requirements change.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Amman to Sharm el Sheikh?

Roughly 51 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 255 km.

Is the return flight from Sharm el Sheikh 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 Sharm el Sheikh?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. For long-haul, booking 2-3 months out tends to help. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

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

3 hours before departure for international flights. You need time for check-in, security, and immigration.