Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), Jordan’s international airport serving Amman, is about 30 km south of the city. You can travel into Amman by Sariyah Airport Express, airport taxi or, if you’re a Royal Jordanian passenger, its City Terminal Shuttle.
- Airport to Amman: Sariyah Airport Express serves several stops, including 7th Circle.
- Bus fare: JOD 3.40 per passenger on Sariyah Airport Express.
- Taxi: The airport taxi kiosk and administrator are outside the Arrivals hall’s main exit.
- Hotel reference: QAIA is about 27.4 km from the Toledo Amman Hotel, a four-star hotel.
Transfer options from Queen Alia Airport
From QAIA, choose between the Sariyah bus, airport taxi and a passenger-restricted Royal Jordanian shuttle. The airport operates 24/7, but services have their own schedules and eligibility.
QAIA identifies Airport Taxi, Sariyah Buses and Smart Transportation Apps as transport options. The Airport Express connects the airport with Amman, while airport taxis serve Amman and other key cities. Royal Jordanian also describes a City Terminal Shuttle for its passengers.
For guests staying at the Toledo Amman Hotel, the airport is about 120 minutes away by car according to the hotel’s route information. That is a route reference, not a taxi fare or a prediction of your journey time.
Airport bus routes and stops
Sariyah Airport Express runs between QAIA and Amman, stopping at North Amman Bus Station, Housing Bank Complex and the 4th, 5th, 6th and 7th Circles. The airport stop is at the curb in front of the Arrivals hall.
At the airport, the departure point is the Arrivals station; in Amman, buses depart from North Complex and 7th Circle. The one-way passenger fare is JOD 3.40. You can buy a ticket at the airport or North Station offices, or from the driver; Visa payment is also available.
Sariyah’s published schedule gives airport departures at 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 8:30 AM, then every half-hour through 6:30 PM. Departures are hourly from 7:00 PM through 5:00 AM, and transfers run hourly on Fridays. Schedules can change, so check the official site before you go.
Taxi and private-transfer considerations
Royal Jordanian says the airport taxi kiosk and administrator are outside the Arrivals hall’s main exit. Its airport taxis serve Amman and other key cities.
The taxi information does not give a fare or journey-time range, so confirm the price and destination arrangements before setting off. QAIA also identifies Smart Transportation Apps as a transport option; check the service’s current pickup instructions before choosing one.
Royal Jordanian’s City Terminal Shuttle runs between QAIA and its City Terminal near 7th Circle every 30 minutes. The fare is JOD 4 per passenger, and the service is described for Royal Jordanian passengers.
Planning the onward trip to central Amman
Choose your airport transfer with your final stop in mind: the Sariyah bus serves several Amman locations, the taxi option serves the city, and the Royal Jordanian shuttle goes to the City Terminal near 7th Circle. From there, you can plan onward travel to your accommodation or your first stop.
If you’re arranging a day in the city, this one-day Amman itinerary from the Citadel to downtown sets out a route between those stops.
The Citadel is a hilltop landmark in Amman.
This Amman Citadel guide covers its history, highlights and visitor planning.
FAQs
What is the airport code for Queen Alia International Airport?
Its airport code is AMM.
Can you buy a Sariyah Airport Express ticket at the airport?
Yes. Tickets are available at the airport and North Station offices, or from the driver. Visa payment is also available.
Does the Royal Jordanian shuttle serve every passenger?
The City Terminal Shuttle is described as a service for Royal Jordanian passengers.
Where does the Sariyah bus stop at the airport?
The stop is at the curb in front of the Arrivals hall.