Flying from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul is 2 hours 35 minutes.
Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which is the same as Aqaba (the location of Aqaba King Hussein International Airport).
Allow plenty of time to catch your AQJ to Istanbul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.
Start your trip at AQJ and travel nonstop to Istanbul Airport (IST). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul tickets.
Book your ticket with Turkish Airlines. This leading carrier operates direct flights from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your plane ticket from AQJ to Istanbul. All you need to do is deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these airports:
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN)
Located around 8 kilometres from central Aqaba, AQJ can be reached in about 15 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to AQJ? If you're catching an early flight from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Aqaba King Hussein International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 90% of flights that depart AQJ arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Istanbul
R 4,047 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul flight. A return plane ticket right now is R 7,273. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from AQJ to Istanbul if you book early. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Airport (IST)
The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is roughly 40 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Istanbul Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from AQJ to Istanbul.
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
After your flight from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul has touched down, you can get to the city centre in around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
The journey will take roughly 1 hour 40 minutes on public transport.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to SAW. Here are a few options where you can check in after your AQJ to Istanbul flight:
Avoid paying more than you need to. Booking your ride four weeks before your arrival at SAW can land you a better rate.
Best time to go to Istanbul
August is the busiest month for flights from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to Istanbul in February.
Lock in a Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 21ºC (70ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AQJ to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).
More about Istanbul
Once you've booked your flight from Aqaba King Hussein International Airport to Istanbul, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Istanbul:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Historic Areas of Istanbul, Hagia Sophia Museum and Hagia Sophia History Museum are attractions you won't want to skip in Istanbul.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Ankara is just one of the many places in Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Istanbul. Around 354 kilometres away to the east, well-known attractions include The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.
Izmir is another sought-after destination in Türkiye (Turkey) and is around 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. No trip is complete without dropping by Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square.
