Flying from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Amman: what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Amman is 1 hour 38 minutes.
Amman's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Cairo (the location of Cairo International Airport).
The most popular route is from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). You can select from 149 services every week between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from CAI to AMM is the 00:25 EgyptAir option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 23:25 with EgyptAir.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from CAI to Amman.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
You can book a direct flight from Cairo International Airport to Amman that touches down at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
There's a good selection of carriers offering direct flights from Cairo International Airport to Amman, such as:
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from CAI to Amman with a stopover. To see all the options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Larnaca International Airport (LCA)
Antalya Airport (AYT)
Hurghada International Airport (HRG)
You won't need a visa for Jordan if you hold a passport from Egypt and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can change. So before booking your flight tickets from Cairo International Airport to Amman, check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
CAI is about 21 kilometres from central Cairo. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 31 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After a relaxed start to your vacation? Stay near CAI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cairo International Airport to Amman or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairo International Airport (CAI) to Amman
C$156 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Cairo International Airport to Amman. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$382. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CAI to Amman, book your trip 8 months ahead of your planned departure.
April is the cheapest month for tickets from Cairo International Airport to Amman. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from CAI to Amman is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when the price has fallen.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Cairo International Airport to Amman, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman takes about 43 minutes by car. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Cairo International Airport to Amman, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near AMM:
Best time to go to Amman
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Cairo International Airport to Amman while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Amman, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Amman is July, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 36ºC. Book your flights from Cairo International Airport to Amman in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from CAI to Amman in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 4ºC and 17ºC on average.
More about Amman
After locking in your flight from Cairo International Airport to Amman, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amman:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Amman Citadel, Viewpoint roman theatre and Rainbow Street are essential stops on your Amman itinerary.
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