Aqaba Airport Guide

Whether you have a layover, overnight sleepover or you are just quickly passing through, our Aqaba 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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AQJ Airport Overview

aqaba airport guide To help you plan your layover or overnight sleepover, here is a quick run-down about what to expect during your time at Aqaba King Hussein International Airport.

What to Expect

Aqaba Airport (code: AQJ) has a single terminal with two gates, which serve a few year-round destinations and several seasonal routes. Facilities are minimal, with a single cafe and a few small shops. Free WiFi helps pass the time.

Sleeping in Aqaba Airport

We do not have any recent sleep-related airport reviews, but past reviews indicate that seating is uncomfortable, and you should be prepared to sleep on the floor. Have a backup plan if you’re planning to spend the night. For uninterrupted sleep, nearby hotels offer shuttle service. See Airport Hotels in the guide below.

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Airport Hours

As of this update, we cannot confirm the airport’s hours of operation. We recommend reading a few reviews before deciding to sleep in the airport overnight. If you know the airport hours, click here to update this airport guide.

Rest & Relaxation Zones

There are no dedicated sleeping areas, quiet areas or rest zones. If this information has changed, click here to update this guide.

Cots

The airport does not provide cots to stranded travellers. If this has changed, click here to update the guide.

Airport Hotels

There are no hotels at Aqaba Airport, but several hotels are within a short drive of the terminal.

Golden Pillar Hotel (2.9 mi / 4.7 km) Budget hotel.
Cloud7 Residence Ayla Aqaba (4.8 mi / 7.7 km) Upscale hotel.
Oryx Hotel Aqaba (5.0 mi / 8.0 km) Upscale hotel.
Hyatt Regency Aqaba Ayla Resort (5.2 mi / 8.4 km) Luxury resort.

Airport Lounges

Pay-per-use, Single Visit Passes & Lounge Memberships

Regardless of what class of service you are flying, there is a lounge that you can enter by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass, and/or participating in a lounge membership program.

Pearl Lounge – Location: Airside, in the Departures Terminal near Gate 3. Hours: open 24 hours. Showers: No. Dedicated Rest Zone: No. Sleep Facilities: No. Lounge Access: Pay at the door (USD 25) • Prepaid lounge passes • Lounge membership programs (Pearl Assist Membership) • Other access via eligible premium airline/cardholder status.

Drinking Water

Information is unavailable. Does the airport have water fountains or water bottle refill stations? Click here to update this guide.

Food & Drinks

There is a small café or snack counter in the terminal that serves light food and drinks. Hours are unknown.

Mobile Charging

A reader tells us there are three charging sockets before you go through to departures.

Luggage Storage & Lockers

There are no official luggage storage services or lockers. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

Showers

There is no public shower facility. If this is incorrect, click here to update this guide.

WiFi/Internet

Free WiFi is available at Aqaba Airport.

Security & Safety

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

More Services, Facilities & Things To Do On A Layover

Banking Services – Basic banking services are available through Arab Bank. An ATM may also be available, but this is not confirmed.
Currency Exchange – Currency exchange services are offered by Arab Bank.
Duty-Free & Shopping – A small duty-free shop and a limited gift shop are available.
Medical Services – An airport medical clinic is available if you feel unwell or are injured.
Postal Services – A post office is available for sending mail and postcards.

Airlines

Aqaba Airport is served by the following airlines: Air Cairo • EasyJet • Emirates • Nordwind Airlines • Qatar Airways • Royal Jordanian • Ryanair • Smartwings • Turkish Airlines • Ural Airlines.

Airport Transportation: Getting To/From The Airport

Hotel Shuttles

See Airport Hotels above.

Taxis

Metered taxis are available for hire in the ground transportation area during airport hours of operation.

Last updated: 2026-02-04

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.