Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Amman: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.
Athens (the location of Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport) and Amman follow the same timezone — UTC+2.
The busiest route is from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). There are eight services every week between these two airports. Aegean Airlines offers a 00:55 departure between ATH and AMM.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your ATH to Amman flight.
Delays at check-in and security are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
You can book a direct Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman ticket. Begin your journey at ATH and end it at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
Royal Jordanian is a popular airline that operates direct flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight ticket from ATH to Amman. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Take a detour (and maybe pocket some savings) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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ATH is around 19 kilometres from central Athens. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near ATH. Whether you're taking an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels have you covered:
77.19% of flights that leave from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Amman
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman flight is R 692. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,457. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book five months before your departure date. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from ATH to Amman.
Schedule your trip for September. That's the best month for landing the biggest deals on Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
Think about booking a hotel close to AMM if you're coming in on a late flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Queen Alia International Airport rental car and discover Amman and beyond with your own wheels. Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car and Auto Nation are popular outlets you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Queen Alia International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from ATH to Amman.
Best time to go to Amman
Carefully consider your travel dates before securing your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman. The city comes alive during peak season, but hotel rates are often higher and major attractions can get crowded. Go to Amman in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in an Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to Amman in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Amman
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amman right here. Explore these options once you've locked in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Amman:
Viewpoint roman theatre and Amman Citadel are just the start of the major attractions to add to your Amman itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Rainbow Street.
Explore more of Jordan
Aqaba is just one of the many places in Jordan waiting to be explored once you've seen Amman. Around 290 kilometres away to the south, popular attractions include Aqaba Fort, Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum.
Around 193 kilometres south of Amman, Petra is another favourite stop in Jordan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset.
