Travel to Jordan
Flying to Jordan
Jordan is most easily reached by air, with the vast majority of international flights arriving at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), located around 35 km south of Amman. This modern, well-organised airport serves as the country's main gateway and offers good onward connections into the city and beyond.
The national carrier, Royal Jordanian, operates direct flights to Amman from major cities across Europe, the Middle East, North America, and Asia. European routes commonly include London, Paris, Rome, Frankfurt, and Madrid, while long-haul services link Jordan with destinations such as New York, Chicago, and Toronto. Royal Jordanian is a member of the Oneworld alliance, making connections from partner airlines relatively straightforward.
A wide range of international airlines also fly to Amman. These include major Middle Eastern carriers such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Turkish Airlines, offering convenient one-stop connections from cities worldwide. European airlines such as Lufthansa, Air France, and British Airways also operate services, either year-round or seasonally.
Low-cost and regional airlines add further options, particularly from neighbouring countries and parts of Europe. Carriers such as Wizz Air and Pegasus Airlines often operate budget-friendly routes, though schedules may be limited or seasonal, so it is worth checking availability in advance.
For travellers heading directly to the Red Sea, King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) in Aqaba receives a smaller number of international and charter flights, particularly from Europe. This can be a convenient entry point for those planning to focus on Aqaba, Wadi Rum, or Petra, while most visitors will still find Amman the most flexible and well-connected arrival option.
Flight times:
From London to Amman: 5 hrs 11 mins (direct).
Airport guides
Airport Code: AMM. Location: Amman Queen Alia International Airport is located 32km (20 miles) south of Amman. Money: Banks, bureaux de change and ATMs are available both air- and land-side in the terminal. Read more
Travel by rail
Jordan currently has no international passenger train services.
Driving to Jordan
It is possible to enter Jordan by road from several neighbouring countries, although conditions and accessibility can change, so travellers should always check the current border status before setting off. Jordan has well-established road links with Israel and the Palestinian Territories, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq, while the border with Syria is subject to tighter controls and occasional restrictions.
From Israel and the West Bank, travellers commonly use the King Hussein Bridge (also known as the Allenby Bridge), which is the main crossing for visitors travelling between Amman and Jerusalem. Other crossings include the Sheikh Hussein Bridge in the north and the Wadi Araba Crossing in the south near Aqaba and Eilat. Entry from Saudi Arabia is possible via several desert border posts, most notably the Durra crossing near Aqaba and Al Omari on the main Amman–Riyadh route. Driving from Iraq is also possible through the Karameh/Trebil crossing, primarily used by freight and regional traffic. Driving independently requires the correct visas, insurance, and documentation, and procedures can be time-consuming at some borders.
Getting to Jordan by boat
Jordan has a short but strategically important coastline on the Red Sea, centred on the port city of Aqaba. The main maritime entry point for passengers is the ferry route between Aqaba and Egypt's Nuweiba on the Sinai Peninsula. This service is used by both locals and visitors and operates several times a week, though schedules can vary and are sometimes affected by weather or regional conditions.
Cruise ships:
Aqaba also functions as a regional port of call for a small number of cruise ships operating in the Red Sea.
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