Travelling from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul and you'll be travelling for around 2 hours 55 minutes.
King Hussein International Airport is located in Aqaba. Operating on the UTC+3 timezone, Istanbul is 1 hour ahead of Aqaba.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from AQJ to Istanbul. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
You can catch a nonstop flight from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul that lands at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST).
Get on board with Turkish Airlines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul.
Consider adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from AQJ to Istanbul. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these popular airports:
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Sofia Airport (SOF)
You won't need a visa for Türkiye (Turkey) if you have a passport from Jordan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements are subject to change. So before organising your cheap tickets from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local consulate or embassy for up-to-date information.
To reach AQJ from central Aqaba, it'll take around 13 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
If you're catching an early flight from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra sleep) at Aqaba Recreational Centre. ENG-Murjan Apartment is another convenient accommodation option near AQJ.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Istanbul
207 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul. For a return flight on this route, the best price is 306 €. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from AQJ to Istanbul.
May is the cheapest month for tickets from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to the centre of Istanbul is about 50 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul. Stay at one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) is roughly 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. After your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul, it'll take you around 57 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from AQJ to Istanbul, settle in at a hotel close to SAW. These are some great options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the most popular month to board a flight from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Istanbul, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with the temperature ranging between 20ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Look for cheap flights from AQJ to Istanbul in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC and 11ºC on average.
More about Istanbul
Start your Istanbul trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to work out where to begin. Topkapi Palace, The Basilica Cistern and Galata Tower are top sights which should be on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
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