Travelling from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ): What you need to know
Istanbul Airport (IST) is Istanbul's main airport. Explore your options for reserving a flight from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) departing from here.
Expect to be in the air for 2 hours 35 minutes. That's the average duration of a direct Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport flight.
Aqaba (where Aqaba King Hussein International Airport is located) and Istanbul share the UTC+3 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
You can choose from 2 direct services every week between Istanbul Airport (IST) and Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ). This is the most popular route, with Turkish Airlines offering a 3pm departure from IST to AQJ.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Istanbul to AQJ. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Fly without interruptions from Istanbul Airport (IST). Nonstop flights from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) can be booked from here.
Turkish Airlines is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport taking off from IST.
The top choice among passengers flying between IST and AQJ is Turkish Airlines.
IST is about 40 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Istanbul Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Split up your flight from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross another place off your list. Some great stopovers between Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport and AQJ include:
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)
With public transport, you can travel from central Istanbul to SAW in about 1 hour 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 48 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your Istanbul to AQJ flight? Check in to a hotel near Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport before your break officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
68% of flights out of Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
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Getting from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to central Aqaba
Central Aqaba is around 11 kilometres from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport and takes about 15 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
At the moment, ₹ 18,427 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 37,598. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ). February is the busiest month to travel to Aqaba. If you like your getaways a little more chill, think about going in December.
Lock in a Istanbul to AQJ plane ticket departing in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Aqaba to range from 19ºC to 40ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport in January when temperatures are between 6ºC and 21ºC.
More about Aqaba
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Aqaba right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Istanbul to Aqaba King Hussein International Airport:
Your Aqaba visit won't be complete without checking out the sights. Attractions worth exploring include Sheikh Zayed Mosque, South Beach and South Beach Aqaba.
Explore more of Jordan
Around 241 kilometres north of Aqaba, Madaba is another essential stop in Jordan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Madaba Archaeological Park, Madaba Mosaic Map and Al-Masarwa Cathedral Ruins.