Flying from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Amman: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman is 12 hours 25 minutes.
John F. Kennedy International Airport is located in New York. Based in the UTC+2 timezone, Amman is six hours ahead of New York.
With four weekly departures between the two airports, John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is the most popular route. Catch Royal Jordanian's 20:10 flight to get your trip from JFK to AMM underway.
Leave plenty of time to make your JFK to Amman flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Start your journey at JFK and fly nonstop to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). That's where you can expect to land when searching for John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman tickets.
Keep an eye out for deals with Royal Jordanian. This carrier operates direct flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and maybe even tick off a new city. When browsing for plane tickets from JFK to Amman, deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
Travelling from central New York to JFK takes around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a hotel close to JFK? If you've booked an early flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman, these stays set you up for a seamless send-off:
74.1% of flights that take off from John F. Kennedy International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
JFK's address is JFK Airport.
How to find the cheapest flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) to Amman
P18,665 is currently the lowest price for a one-way John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman flight. Return plane tickets start from P59,758. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Book two months before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from JFK to Amman.
June is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman tickets. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Airports in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to the centre of Amman takes around 45 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 40 kilometres away.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman. Book one of these accommodation options near AMM instead:
Grab a Queen Alia International Airport rental car and explore Amman and beyond with your own wheels. Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car and Auto Nation are top outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Queen Alia International Airport around one week in advance of your flight from JFK to Amman.
Best time to go to Amman
Plan your trip to Amman in peak season if you prefer a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices may be higher. Alternatively, book flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Before locking in your John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in Amman, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC (68ºF) to 36ºC (97ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from JFK to Amman in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
More about Amman
After booking your flight from John F. Kennedy International Airport to Amman, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amman:
Viewpoint roman theatre and Amman Citadel are a couple of big attractions to add to your Amman itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Rainbow Street.
Explore more of Jordan
You've seen Amman, now it's time to discover more of Jordan. Travel around 290 kilometers south to Aqaba to check off its popular sights. From Aqaba Fort to Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Petra is another must-experience destination in Jordan and is around 193 kilometers south of Amman. No journey is complete without experiencing Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset.