Flying from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Aqaba Airport (AQJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Aqaba is UTC+3, which is two hours ahead of Madrid.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your MAD to AQJ flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Madrid Airport to Aqaba Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAD and AQJ:
Istanbul Airport
Geneva Airport
Sofia Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Madrid Airport (MAD) to Aqaba Airport (AQJ)
$904 is currently the best price for a one-way Madrid Airport to Aqaba Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,089. These prices can change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from MAD to AQJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Madrid Airport to Aqaba Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices across the month and score a great deal.
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Handy information about Madrid Airport (MAD)
Of the departures from Madrid Airport, 77% touch down on time at their destination.
To reach Madrid Airport from central Madrid, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel near MAD? If you've booked an early flight from Madrid Airport to Aqaba Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Aqaba Airport (AQJ)
Consider checking in to Mövenpick Resort & Residences Aqaba after your Madrid Airport to Aqaba Airport flight. It's only a short drive from AQJ and a comfortable option if you want to get some rest right away.
Pick up a Aqaba Airport rental car and explore Aqaba and beyond with your own wheels. Al Thuraya Car Rental, Arena Rent a Car and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Aqaba Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Aqaba Airport (AQJ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Madrid Airport to Aqaba Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Aqaba. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Aqaba is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Madrid Airport to Aqaba Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 21ºC. Search for cheap tickets from MAD to AQJ sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Jordan
You've done Aqaba, now it's time to discover other corners of Jordan. Travel around 306 kilometres north to Zarqa to check off its must-visit sights. From Jabal ar Ruşayfah to Rujm al A‘innah and Al Jabal al Abyaḑ, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Irbid is another sought-after destination in Jordan and is around 354 kilometres north of Aqaba. No journey is complete without seeing Museum of Jordanian Heritage, Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel and Irbid Great Mosque.
