Airport
King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
King Hussein International Airport is the main gateway to Aqaba and Jordan's southern Red Sea coast, serving the city centre and nearby destinations such as Tala Bay, Wadi Rum and Petra. Compare transfer options to Aqaba and the surrounding region, and plan your journey with ease.
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About King Hussein International Airport
King Hussein International Airport is the main airport serving Aqaba and the southern Red Sea region of Jordan. Opened in May 1972, it provides domestic and international connections for leisure and business travellers visiting Aqaba, Tala Bay, Wadi Rum and Petra.
Located north of Aqaba city centre, the airport operates through a single passenger terminal that handles arrivals, departures, check-in, security and passenger services for both domestic and international flights.
The airport is connected to Aqaba by road, with taxis, private transfers and rental cars providing onward travel to the city centre and nearby destinations.
Passenger facilities include a duty-free shop, cafés and restaurants, currency exchange, ATMs, free Wi-Fi, a passenger lounge and car parking, making it a convenient gateway to Jordan's Red Sea coast.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
King Hussein International Airport operates through one main passenger terminal. The single terminal handles both domestic and international flights and houses arrivals, departures, check-in and passenger services in one building.
Ground Transportation Services to and from King Hussein International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from King Hussein International Airport to hotels, resorts and city destinations across Aqaba, Tala Bay and the surrounding Red Sea region.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or journeys around Aqaba.
Car Rental
Rent a car from King Hussein International Airport for independent travel around Aqaba and onward journeys to Wadi Rum, Petra and other regional destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between King Hussein International Airport, hotels, resorts, event venues and other destinations in southern Jordan.
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