Flying from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Amman: what you need to know
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 20 minutes. That's the average time for a direct flight from King Khaled International Airport to Amman.
King Khaled International Airport is located in Riyadh. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Amman is one hour behind Riyadh.
The most popular route is from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). You can select from 51 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from RUH to AMM is the 03:10 Royal Jordanian option. If you'd rather fly out later on, the final departure is at 21:50 with flynas.
Leave plenty of time to get on your RUH to Amman flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Direct King Khaled International Airport to Amman tickets are available for booking. Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is where you'll be touching down.
Well-known carriers that operate direct flights from King Khaled International Airport to Amman include:
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from RUH to Amman. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz International Airport (MED)
Central Riyadh to RUH is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Need a convenient place to stay before your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Amman? Riyadh Airport Marriott Hotel and Makarem Riyadh Hotel are near RUH. They're a particularly good choice if you're taking off early.
King Khaled International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 86.76% of flights that take off from RUH arrive at their destination without delay.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Khaled International Airport (RUH) to Amman
The lowest price we've found for a one-way King Khaled International Airport to Amman flight is ج.م. 3,841. The cheapest price for a return flight is ج.م. 10,553. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To snag cheap flights from RUH to Amman, reserve your trip three months before your planned departure.
The best month for landing cheap King Khaled International Airport to Amman tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from RUH to Amman.
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Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is around 40 kilometres from the centre of Amman. If you're catching a taxi or a ride-share, the drive will take roughly 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from King Khaled International Airport to Amman. Book one of these accommodation options near AMM instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and experience the lesser-explored corners of Amman and beyond.
Booking your ride from Queen Alia International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from RUH to Amman can help you get the lowest rate.
Best time to go to Amman
Visit Amman during high season if you want a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book your flights from King Khaled International Airport to Amman in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.
Before booking a King Khaled International Airport to Amman plane ticket, think about the weather you're most comfortable in. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 36ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from RUH to Amman in January when temperatures average between 4ºC and 17ºC.
More about Amman
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Amman right here. Browse these options after you've booked your flight from King Khaled International Airport to Amman:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Viewpoint roman theatre, Amman Citadel and Rainbow Street are top sights which should feature on any good Amman itinerary.
Explore more of Jordan
Aqaba is just one of the many cities in Jordan waiting to be explored once you've seen Amman. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Aqaba Fort, Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum.
Petra is another favourite destination in Jordan and is around 193 kilometres south of Amman. No journey is complete without a visit to Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset.