Travelling from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM): What you need to know
Chicago is home to a couple of airports that set the stage for your next getaway. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) flying out of O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW).
11 hours 50 minutes is the average duration of a direct Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport flight.
The timezone in Amman is UTC+2, which is seven hours ahead of Chicago. Queen Alia International Airport is located in Amman.
Take your pick of 7 direct flights each week between O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). This is the most popular route, with Royal Jordanian offering a 10:35am departure from ORD to AMM.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Chicago to AMM.
Heading away during a peak period like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) will have you travelling directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) depart from this terminal.
Royal Jordanian is a popular airline that offers direct flights from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport jetting out of ORD.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between ORD and AMM is Royal Jordanian.
Royal Jordanian takes the lead in punctuality. An exceptional 83.33% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Chicago to AMM that include a stopover. To explore all your options departing from O'Hare International Airport (ORD), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between ORD and AMM include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Chicago, ORD can be reached in about 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
When it comes to O'Hare International Airport's on-time performance, 74.85% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Consider adding a stopover to your journey at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) departing Chicago Midway International Airport.
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take you 20 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Get your holiday started early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Chicago to AMM flight, stay in one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77.88%. This figure gives an insight into how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from the centre of Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes on public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport flight one of the easiest parts of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. In other words, that's how frequently flights departing this airport arrive as planned.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
If you have a late flight from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near AMM:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and explore beyond Amman's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around one week in advance of your Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport is ₹ 33,199. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 67,164. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Chicago to AMM. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. April is the quietest month to visit Amman. August is when most people book flights from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Before locking in your Chicago to AMM flight ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 36ºC.
January has temperatures of between 4ºC and 17ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Amman
Start your Amman trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Chicago to Queen Alia International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
Umayyad Mosque and Roman Amphitheatre are just two of the major attractions to put on your Amman itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to National Archaeological Museum.
Explore more of Jordan
Amman has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Jordan waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south of Amman, a trip to Aqaba will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Sheikh Zayed Mosque, South Beach and South Beach.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in Jordan, head for Petra, roughly 161 kilometres south of Amman. Siq, Al Khazneh (The Treasury) and The Great Temple are among the biggest draws.