โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
30
minutes
Domestic โ International
60
minutes
Interline Connections
90
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
King Hussein Air College serves Mafraq in Jordan.
๐ Connection Tips
Allow at least 30 minutes for transfers in this compact airport.
โฐ Minimum Connection Times
Domestic โ Domestic
40
minutes
Domestic โ International
75
minutes
International โ Domestic
75
minutes
International โ International
90
minutes
Interline Connections
120
minutes
๐ข Terminal Information
King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) is the primary air gateway to the city of Aqaba, the Red Sea resorts, and the historic sites of Wadi Rum and Petra. Located approximately 10 kilometers north of the city center, the airport operates through a single terminal building that accommodates both domestic shuttles from Amman and a significant volume of international scheduled and charter flights. The facility has seen increasing traffic from low-cost carriers, making it a bustling entry point for tourists. The layout is manageable, with all functions housed on one level, facilitating easy movement between check-in, immigration, and boarding gates.\n\nSecurity at AQJ is rigorous, reflecting national standards. Vehicles entering the airport perimeter often undergo inspection, and passengers face multiple screening layers, including an initial baggage scan at the terminal entrance and a final security check before the departure lounge. Immigration facilities are well-staffed to handle the influx of international visitors, often processing visa-on-arrival procedures or special entry permits associated with the Aqaba Special Economic Zone (ASEZA). Travelers should ensure they have all necessary documents ready to expedite this process.\n\nThe airport offers a range of amenities tailored to leisure travelers. Airside, there is a well-stocked duty-free areaโcapitalizing on Aqaba's economic zone statusโoffering perfumes, electronics, and local Jordanian products like Dead Sea cosmetics and sweets. Several cafรฉs provide refreshments, and there is a CIP lounge for business class passengers or those with membership access. Ground transportation is readily available, with official airport taxis offering fixed-rate trips to downtown Aqaba and Tala Bay, as well as car rental counters located in the arrivals hall.
๐ Connection Tips
Summer peaks can be busy; check-in lines can form.
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