Queen Alia International Airport
Daylight today(Aug 29, 2026, local time)
About 12h 55m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Queen Alia International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport is an international airport located in Zizya, 30 kilometers south of Amman, the capital and largest city of Jordan. It is the largest airport in the country, named after Queen Alia (1948–1977), who died in a helicopter crash in 1977. The airport is home to the country's flag carrier, Royal Jordanian, and serves as a hub for Jordan Aviation.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
OJAINOTAMs
OJAIReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08L / 26R | 12,008 ft / 3,660 m | 200 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 08R / 26L | 12,008 ft / 3,660 m | 200 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | AMMAN APP | 128.900 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.800 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 30% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1% | 1,946 ft | |
| Feb | 1% | 2,073 ft | |
| Mar | 2% | 2,451 ft | |
| Apr | 2% | 3,097 ft | |
| May | 3% | 3,684 ft | |
| Jun | 2% | 4,122 ft | |
| Jul | 3% | 4,413 ft | |
| Aug | 2% | 4,352 ft | |
| Sep | 2% | 4,003 ft | |
| Oct | 2% | 3,424 ft | |
| Nov | 1% | 2,756 ft | |
| Dec | 1% | 2,191 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~1,946–4,413 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Queen Alia International Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Queen Alia International Airport?
The ICAO code for Queen Alia International Airport is OJAI, and its IATA code is AMM.
Where is Queen Alia International Airport located?
Queen Alia International Airport is large airport located in Amman, Jordan, at an elevation of 2,395 ft (730 m).
How many runways does Queen Alia International Airport have?
Queen Alia International Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 12,008 ft / 3,660 m.
Which airlines fly to Queen Alia International Airport?
Airlines historically serving Queen Alia International Airport include Afriqiyah Airways, Air Algerie, Air Arabia, Air Arabia Egypt, Air Berlin, Air France, among 38 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Queen Alia International Airport?
Historical data lists 54 nonstop destinations from Queen Alia International Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Queen Alia International Airport in?
Queen Alia International Airport is in the Asia/Amman time zone (UTC+03:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Queen Alia International Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Queen Alia International Airport is approximately 4.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Queen Alia International Airport?
The nearest airport to Queen Alia International Airport is Highway H Highway Strip (JO-0009), about 12.2 nm to the ene, followed by Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport and Zarqa Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Queen Alia International Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.