Top Transfer Options: Aqaba Airport to City Centre

The unique port city of Aqaba is a complete cultural experience, but with stunning beaches to match. Located on the Gulf of the Red Sea, Aqaba has countless lagoons, coves and beaches to enjoy, but further inland, you can also find some incredible historic sites, such as the Islamic-era Aqaba Fort and the all-white Sharif Hussein Bin Ali Mosque.

Unless you’re looking to rent a car for the duration of your stay in Aqaba, you have only one way to get from Aqaba Airport to the city; taking a taxi. You can pre-book a taxi or take one of the local cabs from outside the airport and your journey time downtown will be 15 minutes. If you choose a local Aqaba Airport taxi, you can expect to pay a fixed fare of €12 (JOD 10) for that journey.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€12	15min	24/7

How to get a taxi from Aqaba Airport to Aqaba

Taking a taxi from Aqaba Airport to the city is the only way to travel if you want to avoid the hassle of renting your own car. The journey time in an airport taxi will be just 15 minutes.

How much is a taxi from Aqaba Airport to the city centre?

The local drivers offer a fixed fare for the journey from Aqaba Airport to the city which is usually €12 (JOD 10). If you get quoted a higher amount, it’d be worth negotiating. The fare must be paid to your driver in cash.

Cost

€12 (JOD 10)

Trip Duration

15 Min.

*Prices may vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Aqaba Airport.

Where do I find a taxi at Aqaba Airport?

The local airport taxis can be found just outside of the Arrivals Hall, as you walk through the exit doors of the main terminal building.

Convenience

Dealing with the paperwork, long lines and wait times when trying to rent a car in a foreign country can put a real downer on the start of your vacation. Instead, you can take a quick, reliable and stress-free transfer using a local airport taxi or a pre-booked private transfer. Taking a taxi from Aqaba Airport to Aqaba will eliminate any wait times and will mean you can relax and enjoy the view as you’re being transported straight to the door of your hotel or apartment.

Editor’s Note

If you're landing during peak travel times and don't want to wait for a local taxi, you can pre-book your transfers with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups and enjoy a guaranteed on-time pickup and door-to-door service, every time.

Useful Tips

The fixed fare is only for journeys from Aqaba Airport to the city. All other fares will be decided on by your driver.

Be sure to bring cash in the local currency to pay for your taxi ride.

You can fit up to 4 passengers in a standard Aqaba Airport taxi.

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How can I get from Aqaba Airport to the city?

There’s only one transfer option from Aqaba Airport to the city centre, taking a taxi. You can pre-book your transfer with a trusted company such as Welcome Pickups, or take a local taxi from outside the airport. The journey time will be 15 minutes.

How much is a taxi from Aqaba Airport to Aqaba city centre?

The cost of a local taxi from Aqaba Airport to Aqaba will be a fixed fare of €12 (JOD 10), as long as you’re travelling inside the city centre ring.

How far is Aqaba from Aqaba Airport?

The distance from Aqaba Airport to the city is 10 km. Taking a private transfer or a local airport taxi will take just 15 minutes to reach Aqaba City.

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