Flying from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 10 minutes.
The timezone in Abu Dhabi is UTC+4, which is two hours ahead of Aqaba.
Flights from AQJ to AUH start at 09:05 — the earliest with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. The last service of the day is at 11:25 with Wizz Air Abu Dhabi. In total, there are seven weekly King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your AQJ to AUH flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as March? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi offers direct flights from King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Abu Dhabi — and maybe even more of United Arab Emirates if you have time.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Wizz Air Abu Dhabi.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between AQJ and AUH:
Cairo International Airport
Queen Alia International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Right now, Rs39,742 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs79,365. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.
Get cheap tickets from AQJ to AUH by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
May is the cheapest month for flights from King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
King Hussein International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're less likely to experience disruptions. Departures from AQJ land at their destination as scheduled 89.06% of the time.
To get to King Hussein International Airport from central Aqaba, it takes around 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 10 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Got an early flight from King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport? Stay at a hotel near AQJ, like ENG-Murjan Apartment. Aqaba Recreational Centre will also put you moments from check-in.
Arriving at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
If you're arriving on a late King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near AUH:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Abu Dhabi International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hertz, Alamo or Europcar and see more of Abu Dhabi and beyond.
Reserve your vehicle from Abu Dhabi International Airport several weeks before your trip to get the best possible rate. If you're travelling during a peak period, it's wise to book even earlier.
Getting from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) to central Abu Dhabi
From Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
February is the busiest month for flights from King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Abu Dhabi in April.
Before locking in your flight from King Hussein International Airport to Abu Dhabi International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Abu Dhabi, with temperatures ranging from 29ºC to 43ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from AQJ to AUH in January. Temperatures average between 14ºC and 25ºC then.
Explore more of United Arab Emirates
Dubai is just one of the many places in United Arab Emirates waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Abu Dhabi. Around 121 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall Heart and Desert safari tourism.
Sharjah is another sought-after destination in United Arab Emirates and is around 145 kilometres north-east of Abu Dhabi. No journey is complete without dropping by Al majaz waterfront, Petrofac and Al Montazah Park.
