Riyadh to Amman (RUH–AMM) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
RUH–AMM is served by 4 airlines with nonstop service. Royal Jordanian, flynas and Faso Airways lead the route. The flight covers 801 miles in approximately 2h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 38 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RJ Royal Jordanian | 21 | 290, 32N | 2h25-2h35 | – | Oneworld | – |
| XY flynas Also: ET | 11 | 32N | 2h20 | – | – | ET |
| F3 Faso Airways | 7 | 320 | 2h40 | – | – | – |
| SV Saudia | 7 | 320 | 2h35 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
RUH: +03 · AMM: +03
When it's 6:00 PM in Riyadh, it's 6:00 PM in Amman.
Saudi passport holders enter Jordan visa-free for up to 3 months. No fee, no advance application. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. At Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Saudi nationals go through immigration quickly. The land borders at Al Haditha/Al Omari (Durra crossing) and Al Mudawwara are also open, with drive times from Tabuk to Amman running about 8 hours and Arar to Amman about 6 hours.
Jordan and Saudi Arabia share a 731 km land border and close cultural ties. Arabic is spoken in both countries with easily understood dialect differences. Saudi-registered vehicles can cross the land border with valid registration, insurance, and a customs carnet. For stays beyond 3 months, register at the nearest police station. The Jordan Pass (JOD 70 to JOD 80) covers entry to Petra and 40+ other attractions and waives the standard JOD 40 tourist visa fee, though Saudi nationals do not need the visa waiver benefit.
Direct flights from Riyadh to Amman run about 2 hours on Saudia, Royal Jordanian, and flynas. Jeddah to Amman runs about 2 hours 15 minutes. Multiple daily frequencies. Jordan uses the Jordanian dinar (JOD), trading at roughly 0.19 JOD per SAR 1 (or about 5.30 SAR per JOD 1). Card payments work at hotels and restaurants in Amman and Aqaba. Carry cash for taxis, local shops, and Petra vendors. No mandatory vaccinations. The JETT bus connects Amman to Petra (3 hours, JOD 11) and Amman to Aqaba (4 hours, JOD 9). Uber and Careem operate in Amman. The Dead Sea is 45 minutes from Amman by car.
RUH–AMM Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from RUH to AMM
King Khalid International Airport (RUH) and Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) are connected by nonstop service from Faso Airways, Royal Jordanian, Saudia and flynas. With 53 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
RUH to AMM Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from RUH to AMM ranges from 2 hours 20 minutes to 2 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 801 miles (1,289 km). There are approximately 53 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 88 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
38 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via ULH. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.