King Hussein International Airport
King Hussein International Airport is the main air gateway for Aqaba in southern Jordan, linking the city with the wider region and serving as a practical arrival point for visitors heading to the Red Sea coast. Known by the codes AQJ and OJAQ, it is classified as a large airport and sits at a low elevation of 175 feet (53 metres), which helps make approaches and ground movement relatively straightforward. For many travellers, it is the first introduction to Aqaba’s warm climate, seaside setting, and position near some of Jordan’s best-known desert and marine landscapes.
About King Hussein International Airport
King Hussein International Airport is the main air gateway for Aqaba in southern Jordan, linking the city with the wider region and serving as a practical arrival point for visitors heading to the Red Sea coast. Known by the codes AQJ and OJAQ, it is classified as a large airport and sits at a low elevation of 175 feet (53 metres), which helps make approaches and ground movement relatively straightforward. For many travellers, it is the first introduction to Aqaba’s warm climate, seaside setting, and position near some of Jordan’s best-known desert and marine landscapes.
Overview
King Hussein International Airport is the main air gateway for Aqaba in southern Jordan, linking the city with the wider region and serving as a practical arrival point for visitors heading to the Red Sea coast. Known by the codes AQJ and OJAQ, it is classified as a large airport and sits at a low elevation of 175 feet (53 metres), which helps make approaches and ground movement relatively straightforward. For many travellers, it is the first introduction to Aqaba’s warm climate, seaside setting, and position near some of Jordan’s best-known desert and marine landscapes.
Quick facts
- Official name: King Hussein International Airport
- Location served: Aqaba, Jordan
- Airport type: large airport
- Codes: IATA AQJ, ICAO OJAQ
- Runway: 01/19, 9,855 feet, asphalt, lighted
- Time zone: Asia/Amman
What travellers should know
For visitors, the airport’s single lighted asphalt runway, designated 01/19, supports reliable operations for daytime and evening arrivals, while the Asia/Amman time zone is useful to keep in mind when checking flight times, hotel pickups, or onward transport. Because Aqaba is both a coastal city and a base for wider regional travel, this airport is especially convenient for travellers planning a beach stay, diving trip, or a broader Jordan itinerary that starts in the country’s far south. It is worth double-checking local transfer times and keeping your arrival details handy, especially if you are continuing directly into the city after landing.
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FAQ
King Hussein International Airport — frequently asked questions
Quick answers to the details travellers usually check first, from codes and locations to the practical basics that help with planning.
8 common questions
- King Hussein International Airport is located in Aqaba, Jordan (Asia), at coordinates 29.610°, 35.020°.
- Its IATA code is AQJ and its ICAO code is OJAQ.
- King Hussein International Airport serves Aqaba, Jordan. When comparing fares, check whether other airports also serve the same area — prices and transfer times can differ between them.
- King Hussein International Airport operates on Asia/Amman local time. Departure and arrival times on tickets are always shown in each airport's local time, so double-check the offset when planning connections or pick-ups.
- King Hussein International Airport sits at latitude 29.610° and longitude 35.020°. The map link in the details panel on this page opens the exact location for driving directions.
- Originfacts does not yet track scheduled routes from AQJ. Use the flight search on this page to see live airline options for your travel dates.
- Route coverage for AQJ is still being added to Originfacts. Run a search from AQJ on the flight search page to see every destination airlines currently sell for your dates.
- Yes — Originfacts lists 2 other airports in Jordan. The nearby-airports section on this page links to each of them, which is useful when comparing fares or finding an alternative departure point.