Travelling from Melbourne to Amman: what you need to know
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL) is Melbourne's main airport. Check out your options for booking a flight from Melbourne to Amman leaving from here.
Touch down at Amman's chief entry point, Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
Amman is nine hours behind Melbourne and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your Melbourne to Amman flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Melbourne to Amman
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap Melbourne to Amman flight. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your plane ticket from Melbourne to Amman.
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Flying from Melbourne
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport (MEL)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Melbourne to Amman flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Melbourne, MEL can be reached in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 40 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from Melbourne to Amman? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport:
Of the flights that depart from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport, 67.71% land on time at their destination.
Arriving in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is approximately 26 kilometres from central Amman. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 45 minutes.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Melbourne to Amman, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near AMM:
Travel at your own pace with a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and venture far and wide through Amman and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Queen Alia International Airport around one week in advance of your Melbourne to Amman flight.
Best time to go to Amman
April is the quietest month for flights from Melbourne to Amman, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Amman based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Amman is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Lock in your Melbourne to Amman ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 4ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap flights from Melbourne to Amman around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Amman
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Amman right here. Check out these options after you've booked your flight from Melbourne to Amman:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Amman Citadel, Viewpoint roman theatre and Rainbow Street are essential stops on your Amman itinerary.
Explore more of Jordan
You've visited Amman, now it's time to discover other parts of Jordan. Journey around 23 kilometres north-east to Zarqa to tick off its top attractions. From Zero salon to Al Sharaq Park and Al fajer Arabians نادي ومربط الفجر للجواد العربي, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 64 kilometres north of Amman, Irbid is another essential stop in Jordan. No visit is complete without checking out EMAR IRBIID PARK, Al Worood and Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel.