Flying from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Amman: what you need to know
Amman is eight hours ahead of Edmonton, where Edmonton International Airport is located. Amman runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your YEG to Amman flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
The journey from central Edmonton to YEG takes around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a hotel near YEG? If you've booked an early flight from Edmonton International Airport to Amman, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
69.55% of flights leaving from Edmonton International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to Amman
The best price we've found for a one-way Edmonton International Airport to Amman flight is R 7,103. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 11,885. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to pick up cheap flights from YEG to Amman if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
Scoring cheap tickets from Edmonton International Airport to Amman is more likely if you're flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across each month and bag an epic deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from YEG to Amman by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Edmonton International Airport to Amman.
Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
The distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman is roughly 40 kilometres. It'll take you about 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Edmonton International Airport to Amman, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near AMM:
Follow your own route with a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and find adventure across Amman and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Queen Alia International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from YEG to Amman.
Best time to go to Amman
Travel to Amman in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book your flights from Edmonton International Airport to Amman during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your Edmonton International Airport to Amman flight ticket, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from YEG to Amman in January when temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Amman
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amman right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Edmonton International Airport to Amman:
Viewpoint roman theatre and Amman Citadel are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Amman travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Rainbow Street.
Explore more of Jordan
You've done Amman, now it's time to explore other corners of Jordan. Journey around 290 kilometres south to Aqaba to check off its leading attractions. From Aqaba Fort to Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Petra is another essential stop in Jordan and is around 193 kilometres south of Amman. No trip is complete without dropping by Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset.
