How to find cheap flights to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport is £128. A return plane ticket to AQJ right now is £276.
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Score a bargain on tickets to Aqaba, where Aqaba King Hussein International Airport is located, by booking ahead of time. You're more likely to land a great deal and have a wider selection of flight choices.
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Best time to go to Aqaba
May is typically the cheapest month to board a flight to Aqaba.
If you can be flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll help you find the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to AQJ.
If you want to experience Aqaba at its busiest, lock in your flights to AQJ for February. Travelling during peak seasons often means more to see and do than at other times of the year.
The quietest time of the year to travel is December. Lock in your plane tickets to Aqaba then and take in the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
Check the weather before you travel. July is the warmest time of year in Aqaba, with averages of between 19ºC and 40ºC.
Ranging from 6ºC to 21ºC, January is when temperatures are lowest.
May often brings more sun than cloud. This is the driest month in Aqaba.
On the off chance of rain, it's usually light and won't interrupt your plans. Sunny conditions and clear skies are the norm here.
Flying to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ): What you need to know
Take the fast track to Aqaba with Royal Jordanian or Turkish Airlines. These leading airlines offer nonstop flights to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport.
If you want to jet away with the carrier that has the best track record for punctuality, book your AQJ plane ticket with Turkish Airlines. Up to 90% of its flights into this hub arrive as scheduled.
You'll be touching down in the UTC+3 timezone at AQJ.
Eager to get some rest after your flight to AQJ? These hotels close to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport offer the ideal place to kick back and relax:
Whether you're making your connecting flight or flying home from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport, you're unlikely to be delayed. AQJ has a solid track record for punctuality, with up to 90% of all departing flights touching down on schedule.
Aqaba King Hussein International Airport is located in Aqaba, Aqaba Governorate, Jordan.
Getting to central Aqaba from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
The distance from AQJ to central Aqaba is about 11 kms (7 miles).
After touching down from your flight to AQJ, expect a drive to the centre of around 15 minutes.
The trip on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
If you're eager to stay near all the action in Aqaba, unpack your suitcase at one of these top hotels:
Aqaba highlights
Put these leading attractions at the top of your must-visit list after stepping off your flight to Aqaba:
Sheikh Zayed Mosque: Around 2 kms (1 mile) south of the city centre, this landmark is the ideal place to start your sightseeing around the city.
South Beach Aqaba: Looking for more reasons to visit Aqaba? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is about 8 kms (5 miles) southwest of the city centre.
How to get to Petra from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
Off to the nearby city of Petra? It's about 129 kms (80 miles) from AQJ. Allow around 1 hour 50 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Al Quwayrah
Al Quwayrah is another city that's easy to get to from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport. It's around 32 kms (20 miles) away.
It takes 50 minutes or so to drive to Al Quwayrah.
Explore more of Jordan
Madaba is another popular destination in Jordan and is roughly 241 kms (150 miles) north of Aqaba. Zero in on some of the best places like Madaba Archaeological Park, Madaba Mosaic Map and Al-Masarwa Cathedral Ruins.