Flying from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT): what you need to know
Amman and Cape Town are both in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your AMM to CPT flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AMM and CPT:
Addis Ababa Bole International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
At the moment, R 9,120 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 14,633. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from AMM to CPT. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport across each month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from AMM to CPT.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.
Handy information about Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 85.48% of flights that depart AMM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Queen Alia International Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Amman. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near AMM:
Arriving at Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Pick up a Cape Town International Airport rental car and explore Cape Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Carwiz and First - Car Hire are well-known companies to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Cape Town International Airport around one week in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town
Cape Town International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Cape Town. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Cape Town International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from AMM to CPT in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Paarl is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Bretagne Rock, Skydive Africa and Paarl Trails.
If you want to check out another major destination in South Africa, head for Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Green Valley, Queen's Plain and Worcester Town Hall are key reasons to visit.