You have two different transfer options when travelling from Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport to the city centre, a taxi or a bus. The quickest way to make the 32 km journey is to take an Amman airport taxi. The journey will take around 45 minutes in normal traffic and will cost approximately 28€ (22 JOD). The Sariyah Airport Express Bus is a much cheaper transfer option at 3.15€ (2.50 JOD) for a one-way ticket and the journey will take around 60 minutes.
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Transfer Options from Amman Airport to City Centre
Fern CollOctober 18, 2022
Comparison of the options
| OPTION | PRICE | DURATION | AVAILABILITY | |
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| Welcome Pickups | €40 | 40min | 24/7 | Book |
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| Taxi | €28 | 40min | 24/7 | |
| Bus | €6.30 | 60min | 06:30–00:00 | |
How to get from Amman Airport to City Centre by taxi
Taking an Amman airport taxi to the city centre is the quickest and most convenient option. Taxis cost around 28€ (22 JOD) based on a taximeter and will take around 45 minutes to reach the city centre of Amman.
Taxi fare from Amman Airport to the city centre
Taxis at Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport don’t have a flat rate fee to the city centre, instead, they charge using a taximeter based on distance. The total cost of the journey will depend on the exact destination in the city centre but will be around 28€ (22 JOD). The price of this journey may increase after 21:00 pm.
Taxi prices
Day time
(05:00–24:00)
(05:00–24:00)
Night time
(00:00–05:00)
(00:00–05:00)
Duration
AMM TO CITY CENTRE
€28
€28
40 min
AMM TO PETRA
€107
€107
150 min
Cost
28€
Trip Duration
40 Min.
Rates may vary unless booked in advance
Convenience
Safety
Value for Money
Taxis are available 24/7 at Amman Airport
Where do I get it from?
Taxis are readily available outside the arrivals hall at Amman airport. The official airport taxis are yellow and service taxis are white. The difference is that the white taxis operate as a bus service with a flat rate fee, leaving only when they have 4 passengers, while the yellow cars are traditional taxis.
Convenience
Imagine landing in Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport after a long flight and then hopping into a spacious, air-conditioned taxi that will take you directly to your hotel in the city centre with no fuss. Taking an airport taxi is the only way to avoid waiting in the heat and navigating public transport.
Editor’s Note
There are two types of taxis at Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport, yellow and white. The yellow taxis operate as normal, private cars, while the white taxis are more like a bus, travelling along a set route with a set price, and only leaving when all 4 seats are full.
Useful Tips
How to get from Amman Airport to City Centre by bus
If you’re travelling on a budget, taking the Sariyah Airport Express Bus from Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport to the city centre may be a great option. A one-way ticket costs just 3.15€ (2.50 JOD) and takes around 60 minutes in normal traffic.
How much is the bus from Amman Airport to City Centre?
A one-way ticket for the Sariyah Airport Express Bus from Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport to the city centre is 3.15€ (2.50 JOD). You can purchase your ticket from one of the many kiosks in the arrivals hall.
Cost
3.15€
Trip Duration
60 Min.
There's a waiting time of up to 60 minutes
Convenience
Safety
Value for Money
The Sariyah Airport Express Bus is available from 06:30 am to 00:00 am.
Where do I get it from?
You can find the Sariyah Airport Express Bus stop just outside of the main terminal building. Simply walk out of the exit doors and head to the North Terminal 2 and you will see the big yellow bus waiting for you.
Convenience
Although the Sariyah Airport Express Bus is a cheap transfer option to the city centre, it’s by far the slowest. There’s a waiting time of up to 60 minutes and thanks to the long route and stops, the journey will take a further 60 minutes. If you are on a time constraint, you may want to consider a different transport option.
Editor’s Note
The Sariyah Airport Express Bus stops at Tabarbour bus station in the city centre of Amman where you can then easily change to a different line to reach your hotel.
Useful Tips
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get from Amman Airport to the City Centre?
When travelling from Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport to the city centre you have two transfer options, taxi or bus. The taxi will take 40 minutes and cost around 28€ (22 JOD), while the bus costs just 3.15€ (2.50 JOD) but takes 60 minutes to reach the city centre.
Is there a bus from Amman Airport?
Yes. The Sariyah Airport Express Bus operates from Amman airport from 06:30am to 00:00pm, takes 60 minutes to reach the city centre of Amman and costs 3.15€ (2.50 JOD) one-way.
How far is Amman Airport from the City Centre?
Amman Queen Alia (AMM) airport is located 32 km away from the city centre of Amman. The journey takes 40 minutes by taxi and 60 minutes by bus in normal traffic.
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