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Would you like to see a magnificent country with an authentic blend of modern and old? Jordan, where the desert and the sea date, is a great representative of Arab culture on the one hand and a west-facing country on the other. Book your cheap flight ticket now and enjoy Jordan!
Jordan
Jordan is ready to charm you with its history, culture, nature, and delicious food. Pegasus Airlines direct flights to Jordan operate between İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen Airport and Jordan Queen Alia International Airport (also known as the Amman International Airport). This hub offers different transportation options to reach some of the most beautiful destinations in Jordan. You will have various options of transportation both within the city and outside of Amman.
Transportation To/From Jordan Queen Alia International Airport
Travellers who arrive at Jordan Queen Alia International Airport will have three options to travel from the airport to the city centre: bus, taxi, and rent a car.
The airport bus from Amman city centre to Queen Alia International Airport would be the most affordable option. This bus departs from the North Bus Station in Amman. The bus follows the North Bus Station - Housing Bank Complex - Fourth Circle - Fifth Circle - Six Circle - Seventh Circle – QAIA route from the city centre to the airport. The departure from Amman and departure from the airport start at 06:30 AM and finish at 00:00.
You can call the Jordan Airport Bus Line, +962 6 4891348 or + 962 6 4891073, for more information about the schedule and prices.
Public Transport
The public transportation in Jordan is relatively limited compared to some other countries in the Middle East. Currently, no active train lines operate between cities in Jordan that can be used for inner-city transportation. However, the inner bus lines are convenient to travel to different districts in Amman. The buses might not follow a strict timetable to leave the stop. In some cases, the buses only leave the initial bus stop when the bus is full. For this reason, it is not always possible to give an exact timetable for the buses in Jordan. In addition to buses, taxis are also a popular mode of transport to travel in Amman, Aqaba, and other cities in Jordan.
Jordan does not offer a tourist travel card. However, tourists can purchase the same bus tickets as the locals if they want to take public transport to discover Amman or other cities in Jordan.
Transportation Between Cities in Jordan
Travellers who visit Jordan will find lots of things to do and lots of places to discover in other cities, which would require a trip from Amman to other cities in Jordan. There are bus lines from Amman to Petra, from Amman to Aqaba, and other destinations to discover the beauties of this country. There is one domestic flight option to travel between cities in Jordan, between Amman and Aqaba. This flight will offer you one of the most incredible desert views in the country.
Where to Stay in Jordan?
Depending on your visiting purpose, you can find various accommodation opportunities in Jordan. If you would like to shop and experience the taste of the local food, you can pick a hotel in the city center of Amman. If you would like to enjoy historical attractions such as Petra, there are various luxury hotels close to Antique City.
If you'd like to enjoy the sea, then we suggest you check the hotels near the Dead Sea or Aqaba. All in all, our suggestion for Jordan is to book your accommodation in advance depending on the purpose of your journey.
You can also have a look at our hotel reservation page to find the best accommodation in Jordan. Also, consider our hotel reservation page to find the best accommodation in Jordan.
Things to Do in Jordan
Both the historical richness and natural beauty of Jordan are quite many. Here are the must-see attractions of Jordan:
- Amman city: Amman, the capital of Jordan, has been an important settlement since ancient times. Today it is a modern city famous for its skyscrapers. You can visit many historical monuments in the city, or you can shop in the shopping centers.
- Amman Al Balad: Al Balad region of Amman city is famous for its street food. You can try hummus, falafel or many other local dishes here in this authentic neighborhood.
- Dead Sea: Also known as "Lut Lake", it is one of the saltiest lakes in the world. This lake is below sea level and it is the lowest point in the world. You can cool off in the lake, but beware! Don't put your head in water because it's too salty.
- Petra: This ancient city is a hidden paradise! You can go to the city by crossing a long corridor. As being one of the wonders of the world, Petra will fascinate you with its monastery, “Treasure” area, and stone-carved structures.
- Wadi Rum: You can watch the sunrise and sunset in this unique desert and take a safari tour. This is where the desert scenes of famous movies such as “Transformers” and “Arabian Lawrance” were shot.
- Aqaba: Jordan's only port city, Aqaba, has great importance for both trade and tourism. Aqaba has fantastic beaches. You can enjoy the blue shores in one of the various holiday resorts here.
You can consult our Jordan Travel Guide for many other attractions in Jordan.
Below, you can find a piece of useful information that may be helpful during your Jordan trip.
Things to Know Before Visiting Jordan
- Jordan does not require a visa for Turkish citizens, in their travel less than 90 days. European citizens should get a visa on their arrival at Jordan.
- There is more than one type of climate in Jordan. The dry tropical climate prevails in the valley and the hot climate in the mountains. In summer, it can be up to 50 degrees in the valley. Winters in Jordan are usually warm but can be cold in the desert.
- In Jordan, public transport mostly consists of buses. Although public buses are much more affordable compared to a taxi, usually buses do not follow a timetable. For that reason, when you are in a rush, we suggest you use a taxi. On the other hand, when you have time, you can experience public buses because they have a great variety of routes.
- There is no public transport card used in the country.
Essential Numbers
Country code: +962
General emergencies: 911 and 112
Ambulance: 911 and 112
Police: 911 and 112
Fire: 911 and 112
Amman Queen Alia International Airport: +962 6 500 2777
Jordan Airports
We fly to Amman, the capital and the biggest city of Jordan, directly from Ankara and Antalya.
Amman Queen Alia International Airport
The distance between the airport and the city center is 30 km. To get to the city center, you can either take a taxi which takes you to the city center in 45 minutes; or take a bus called Sariyah Airport Express Bus. The bus reaches the city center in 60 minutes and it works between 06.30 and 00.00.
Car Rental in Jordan
You can also rent a car with Pegasus privileges if you want to consider a more comfortable option for city transportation when you arrive in Jordan for business or leisure.
FAQ
Jordan is a blend of ancient and modern culture. On the one hand, you'd see all the modern attractions and luxury in shopping, accommodating and eating; on the other hand, you would be fascinated by countries' historical heritage. One of the wonders of the world, Petra, is definitely worth to see. Moreover, you can enjoy the Dead Sea as well as the azure beaches of Jordan.
Summer temperature can go up to 50 Celsius degrees in Jordan. Therefore, the best season to visit Jordan is September-October and April-May.
Jordan uses GMT +2 time zone.
Jordan’s official language is Arabic.
The currency of Jordan is Jordanian Dinar.
In Jordan, the official weekly off day is Friday.
