Flying from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 4 hours 15 minutes.
Amman's timezone is UTC+3, making Amman two hours ahead of Zurich.
Every week, there are three Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport flights. To jet off early, take the 15:30 Royal Jordanian flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the last departure is at 15:35 with Royal Jordanian.
To ensure you get on your ZRH to AMM flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Royal Jordanian has direct flights from Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Amman — and maybe even more of Jordan if your schedule allows.
Royal Jordanian is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
Royal Jordanian tops the rankings as the most punctual carrier for ZRH to AMM flights, with 81.82% of its services landing on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
Currently, 131 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 259 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book one month before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from ZRH to AMM.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.
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Handy information about Zurich Airport (ZRH)
Of the departures from Zurich Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Zurich Airport from central Zurich, it'll take about 15 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 10 minutes.
Have an early flight from Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to ZRH:
Arriving at Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
Book a hotel close to AMM if you're taking a late Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport flight. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Hit the road running by picking up a Amman Queen Alia Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation to explore Amman and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Amman Queen Alia Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to central Amman
From Amman Queen Alia Airport, Amman is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting there by public transport takes around 50 minutes.
When to fly to Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Amman. If you want a quieter vibe, go in March.
When booking your flight from Zurich Airport to Amman Queen Alia Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ZRH to AMM sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Jordan
Amman has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Jordan you'll want to see. Around 23 kilometres north-east of Amman, a trip to Zarqa will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Jabal ar Ruşayfah, Rujm al A‘innah and Al Jabal al Abyaḑ.
Around 64 kilometres north of Amman, Irbid is another essential stop in Jordan. Experience major highlights starting with Museum of Jordanian Heritage, Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel and Irbid Great Mosque.