Travelling from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ): what you need to know
The timezone in Aqaba is UTC+2, which is one hour behind Kuwait.
Your KWI to AQJ flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between KWI and AQJ:
Queen Alia International Airport
Cairo International Airport
Istanbul Ataturk Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuwait International Airport (KWI) to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
ر.ق. 685 is the best price for a one-way Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport flight. A return flight starts at ر.ق. 1,246. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from KWI to AQJ, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Select your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport.
Handy information about Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
81.62% of flights departing from Kuwait International Airport arrive at their destination as planned. Given its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when jetting out of KWI.
Central Kuwait to Kuwait International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near KWI. Whether you have an early flight from Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
Stay within a quick transfer of arrivals if you're getting in on a late Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport flight. ENG-Murjan Apartment is a good option near AQJ. Or check in and enjoy some rest at Aqaba Recreational Centre before continuing to your final destination.
Pick up a King Hussein International Airport rental car and discover Aqaba and beyond with your own set of wheels. Al Thuraya Car Hire, Arena Rent a Car and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from King Hussein International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.
Getting from King Hussein International Airport (AQJ) to central Aqaba
King Hussein International Airport to central Aqaba has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Hussein International Airport (AQJ)
March is the most popular month for flights from Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit Aqaba in April.
The warmest month in Aqaba is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 40ºC. Book your flights from Kuwait International Airport to King Hussein International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 6ºC and 21ºC. Look for cheap tickets from KWI to AQJ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Jordan
Zarqa is just one of the many places in Jordan waiting to be discovered once you've seen Aqaba. Around 306 kilometres away to the north, top sights here include Zero salon, Al Sharaq Park and Al fajer Arabians نادي ومربط الفجر للجواد العربي.
Irbid is another sought-after destination in Jordan and is around 354 kilometres north of Aqaba. No journey is complete without a visit to EMAR IRBIID PARK, Al Worood and Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel.
