Flying from Amman to Phoenix: what you need to know
Amman's main base, Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Amman to Phoenix.
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the primary point of entry to Phoenix.
The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7, which is nine hours behind Amman.
Leave plenty of time to catch your Amman to Phoenix flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Phoenix
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap Amman to Phoenix flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Amman to Phoenix is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from Amman to Phoenix by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Alternatively, sort your Amman to Phoenix flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best.'
Flying from Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially save on your Amman to Phoenix flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Queen Alia International Airport. Take a break (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Central Amman to AMM is around 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Planning to catch an early flight from Amman to Phoenix? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Queen Alia International Airport:
Queen Alia International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from AMM arrive at their destination as scheduled 85.48% of the time.
Arriving in Phoenix
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)
Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) is approximately 24 kilometres from central Phoenix. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes around 35 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 55 minutes.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Amman to Phoenix. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
As soon as your flight from Amman to Phoenix has hit the runway, you can get to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Phoenix is roughly 6 kilometres from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take around 35 minutes.
Europcar, Dollar and Thrifty make picking up a Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport rental car easy and quick. These companies are located around or in the terminal and will get you on your way in no time.
Lock in the best price by securing your ride from PHX one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
Step off your flight from Amman to Phoenix and go directly to your hotel or start taking in the sights right away. Central Phoenix is around 40 kilometres from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA) and usually takes 40 minutes to reach by car.
Start your trip without worrying about how to get to your destination with a Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport rental car. You can book your wheels with reliable companies here like Dollar, Alamo and Budget.
Plan ahead and put that extra money in your pocket. Book your ride from AZA two weeks before your flight from Amman to Phoenix for the most affordable rates.
The address for Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport is 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
Best time to go to Phoenix
Plan your trip to Amman in peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are typically higher. Alternatively, schedule your flights from Amman to Amman in the off-season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
Book an Amman to Phoenix ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Phoenix to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap flights from Amman to Phoenix around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Phoenix
Once you've booked your flight from Amman to Phoenix, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are top attractions which should be on any good Phoenix itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've done Phoenix, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Travel around 483 kilometres west to San Diego to tick off its leading sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 418 kilometres north-west of Phoenix, Las Vegas is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Las Vegas Strip, Fountains of Bellagio and Fremont Street Experience.
