Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or are just quickly passing through, our Amman Airport Guide is a great place to start planning your visit. Here, you’ll find information on services and facilities available inside the airport – including details about airport lounges, WiFi, mobile charging points, lockers, 24-hour food options, nearby hotels, and everything in between.
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I spent the night at starbucks in the arrival area. Open 24 hrs, with [a] quiet lounge room and nice arabic music background. – a traveller
AMM Airport Overview
To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Amman Queen Alia International Airport.
What to Expect
Amman Airport (code: AMM) services its passengers with a modern four-level passenger terminal with shops, a spa, and many 24-hour dining options. Free WiFi is available, and you’ll find plenty of charging areas with a variety of outlets and USB ports. The facilities are described as exceptionally clean, and airport staff as efficient, though immigration can be slow during peak times. Economy class passengers may access one of the airport’s private lounges.
Sleeping in Amman Airport
If you have an early morning connecting flight to catch, leaving the airport to get a hotel room for a few hours might not be worth your time. Getting a restful night’s sleep at Amman Airport might not be very easy, but the terminal is open 24 hours should you decide to stay and make a go of it.
According to traveller reviews, the airside is the best spot for a night’s rest at Amman Airport. Good news if you are already through security, but not so great if you hope to rest at the airport before an early morning flight.
- Airside – International Departures Area near Gates 228 and 203
If you are planning to stay overnight on the landside, one traveller has reported an area pre-security as a decent spot:
- Landside – first floor in the right corner next to the Pharmacy. A quiet spot for a restful night’s sleep with no interruptions.
There is one report of a few slightly reclined chairs comfy for sleeping on, and the floor is carpeted, making it a bit more comfortable if you stretch out and nap there. If you choose to nap on the floor, we recommend bringing a sleep mat or a couple of extra layers to add comfort.
For uninterrupted sleep, there are hotels near the airport. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.
Read the latest traveller reviews for more tips. For more airport information, continue scrolling down to explore more in our Amman Airport Guide.
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In this guide we may refer to locations as “landside” and “airside”. Landside is the public area of the terminal located in the non-secure zone, before security. Airside is the secure area of the terminal that you must reach by going through security.
Airport Hours
The airport is open 24 hours for landside and airside access. Security checkpoints operate 24/7 in Terminal 1 (international and domestic), though some domestic gates may close briefly (~1:00 AM–4:00 AM) based on flight schedules. Overnight access requires a valid boarding pass.
Rest & Relaxation Zones
Two quiet rooms offering basic recliners and prayer facilities are available to passengers in transit: Hajj and Umrah Rest Rooms. Location: T1, Airside, Level 2, near Gate 208. Additional rest areas include padded seating near Gates 206-210.
Take precautions even when sleeping in the rest zones. In December 2019, a traveller at another airport reported that money and credit cards had been stolen from their bag even though the bag was right beside them. Protect and lock your bags as you would sleeping elsewhere in public.
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Amman Airport Hotels
If sleeping in Amman Airport sounds like a nightmare, there are a few nearby hotels that you can stay in.
- Amman Airport Hotel – Free 24-hour airport shuttle and meet & greet service available. A designated hotel employee will greet you at the airport with a name placard and accompany you back to the airport for your scheduled departure flight. Airport services must be arranged in advance. We suggest reading the reviews before booking. Day rooms are offered from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, subject to availability. » Check Rates
- Al Qatal Building – Airport transfers are not included. ($) » Check Rates
For more options, visit Tripadvisor to see a list of hotels in Amman, search for deals and read traveller reviews.
Airport Lounges
Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships
Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there are lounges that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or through a lounge membership program. Visit the individual lounge page for more details about the lounge itself and learn how to gain access with just an economy class ticket!
- Marhaba Plaza Premium Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, 1st Floor, above the Duty Free area.
- Petra Lounge – Location: North Pier, Airside, opposite Gate 208.
- Crown Lounge – Location: Terminal 1, Airside, Level 4. International flights only.
Related Pages: Amman Airport Lounges
Drinking Water
Food & Drinks
Spending a night in the airport usually comes with interrupted sleep and a serious case of midnight munchies. Luckily, if you are stuck in Amman Airport overnight, you will have a few options for late-night eateries. At the time of this update, these food concessions are open 24 hours.
- Landside: Starbucks
- Airside: Starbucks • ElForon • Hamada • Delmonte • Blue Fig • World News Café • Al Daya’a • Crumz • McDonald’s
Luggage Storage & Lockers
Luggage storage is available at T1 (landside, Level 1, near Arrivals). Rates: JOD 3-5/$4-$7 USD per item/day. Hours: 24 hours. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.
Mobile Charging
Free mobile charging units are available in T1: Airside, near Gates 206, 214 • Landside, Level 0, near Starbucks. Outlets are limited. Bring an adapter.
Showers
Showers are available in the Petra Lounge and Crown Lounge. [ see Airport Lounges above ]
WiFi/Internet
Unlimited free WiFi is available at Amman Airport. Connect to the “QAIA Free WiFi” network. Registration is not required. The signal is weak on the landside.
Security & Safety
We have not been informed of safety issues at Amman Airport, but petty theft has been reported on the landside. Sleeping in any airport can include a certain level of risk, especially when travelling alone. It’s important to take certain precautions to ensure your safety and the security of your valuables. Here are a few tips:
- Safety First. It’s a good idea to know where the security office is located and look for video cameras where you plan to sleep. You can also ask the security personnel for advice on the safest places to spend the night.
- Don’t Seclude Yourself. If you’re travelling alone, we recommend you stay near other travellers or close to security. This will help you feel more secure and deter potential thieves.
- Hide Your Valuables. It’s also important to hide your valuables. Don’t leave them out in plain view, as this could make you a target for theft. Additionally, if you are a deep sleeper, you may want to padlock your bag to something or sleep with your bag up against a wall to make it harder for someone to access zippers and pockets. We have received reports of sleepers who woke up without their phones and laptop bags. The travellers were left with just their headphones and laptop bag strap.
- Stay Alert. It’s best to stay alert and awake if you feel unsafe or uncomfortable. Drink coffee or other caffeinated beverages to help you stay awake, and remember that you can always catch up on sleep during your flight. These simple precautions can help you enjoy a safe night at the airport.
More Airport Information
ATMs / Cash Machines – Need cash? ATMs are available throughout the terminal. Fees may apply, so check your bank’s fee schedule and daily withdrawal limit if you are travelling internationally. You may also want to notify your bank of your travel plans.
Banking Services – Bank of Jordan and HBTF offer full-service banking 24 hours daily in the Arrivals Hall (landside). AJIB also provides banking services (see Currency Exchange for locations). Hours: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM • 4:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Arab Bank offers full-service banking. Location: Arrivals Hall, landside. Hours: 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM • 4:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Currency Exchange – AJIB (Arab Jordan Investment Bank) offers full-service banking and foreign currency exchange at these five locations: in front of RJ’s check-in counters • Central Area (post-Immigration) • South Pier Departures • North Pier Departures • Passport Control for Arrivals • Arrivals Hall, South Pier, landside. Hours: Open 24 hours. Global Exchange also offers currency exchange at these six locations: In front of check-in counters • North Pier, Departures, in front of Gates 208 and 210 • South Pier Departure, in front of Gate 120 • North Pier, Arrivals • South Pier, Passport Controls • Baggage Claim. Hours: Open 24 hours.
Duty-Free & Shopping – Several duty-free and retail stores can be found throughout the terminal.
Medical Care – Urgent and emergency medical care is available at the airport clinic. Location: Arrivals Hall, Ground Floor. Hours: Open 24 hours.
Pharmacy – Locations: Public Landside, Departures Hall • North Pier, near Gates 208 and 210. Hours: Open 24 hours.
Postal Services – Drop off your last-minute postcards at the airport’s post box: Jordan Post, located Landside, in the Arrivals Hall.
Prayer Rooms – Location: on the Departures and Arrivals levels.
SIM Cards – A reader tells us, “Zain, Orange, and Umniah all have stalls set up just to the right of the exit out of the terminal.” (December 2022)
Smoking – Temporarily Closed – Smoking is permitted only in designated smoking areas. Locations: Arrivals, Level 1 • Departures, Level 3.
Airport Express Bus
Car Rentals
The following companies offer car rental services on-site in both terminals: Avis • Budget • Enterprise • Europcar • Hertz • Payless • Sixt • Thrifty.
Hotel Shuttles
Some area hotels provide airport shuttle service: Amman Airport Hotel • Madina Suites (upon request).
See also Airport Hotels above.
Ride Sharing
Uber and Careem are available throughout Jordan. A ride to the city centre will cost you about 4,000 – 6,000 JD (5-8 euros).
Taxis
Taxis are readily available for hire in the ground transportation area of Queen Alia Airport. Rates are fixed and are displayed near the designated taxi park at the airport’s terminal exits.
Last updated: 2025-02-28
This guide is for informational purposes only to assist with your planning. All information, including rates and hours, is subject to change at any time without notice. The information in this airport guide is based on information collected and/or received from the airports, lounges, hotels, transportation providers, and their websites. We are not representatives of any of the above-mentioned service providers. To report errors or to add/update any items mentioned in the guide: update the airport guide or write a review.