Flying from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Aqaba is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Jeddah.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your JED to AQJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from King Abdulaziz International Airport to King Hussein International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between JED and AQJ:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED) to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
110 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way King Abdulaziz International Airport to King Hussein International Airport flight. Return flights start from 259 €. These fares may change depending on availability.
To score cheap tickets from JED to AQJ, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to King Hussein International Airport.
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Handy information about King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
King Abdulaziz International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 81.7% of flights that take off from JED arrive at their destination on time.
To get to King Abdulaziz International Airport from central Jeddah, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Searching for a convenient hotel near JED? If you've booked an early flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to King Hussein International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
Stay within a short transfer of arrivals if you're landing on a late King Abdulaziz International Airport to King Hussein International Airport flight. ENG-Murjan Apartment is a comfortable option close to AQJ. Or check in and recharge your batteries at Aqaba Recreational Centre before travelling to your final destination.
Travel at your own pace with a King Hussein International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Al Thuraya Car Hire, Arena Rent a Car or Dollar and discover more of Aqaba and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from King Hussein International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to central Aqaba
King Hussein International Airport to the centre of Aqaba has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
March is the most popular month for flights from King Abdulaziz International Airport to King Hussein International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Aqaba in April.
Lock in your flight from King Abdulaziz International Airport to King Hussein International Airport for July if you'd like to go to Aqaba during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 40ºC (104ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JED to AQJ in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) on average.
Explore more of Jordan
Zarqa is just one of the many cities in Jordan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Aqaba. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, check out popular attractions including Zero salon, Al Sharaq Park and Al fajer Arabians نادي ومربط الفجر للجواد العربي.
Irbid is another sought-after destination in Jordan and is around 354 kilometres north of Aqaba. No journey is complete without seeing EMAR IRBIID PARK, Al Worood and Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel.