Airport Hubs:
AMM → Downtown Amman, 7th Circle & Tabarbour Updated for 2026

How to Get from Queen Alia Airport (AMM) to Downtown Amman

Distance 32 km
Fastest 35 min
From 3.40 JOD (~$4.80)
Top Pick Sariyah Airport Express Bus
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Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is situated 32 km south of Amman. The most cost-effective transit option is the Sariyah Airport Express Bus, which runs every 30 to 60 minutes around the clock, delivers passengers to 7th Circle in 45 minutes and the North Bus Station (Tabarbour) in 60 minutes, and costs only 3.40 JOD (~$4.80 USD / €4.40 EUR). An official airport yellow taxi operates on a regulated government tariff of 22.50 JOD (~$32.00 USD), taking 35 to 45 minutes.

Amman is the ancient and modern crossroads of Jordan, built across hilly jebels crowned by the Roman Citadel and Temple of Hercules, bustling souks in Downtown (Balad), and modern cafés in Rainbow Street.

All Transfer Options Compared (2026 Fares)

Transport Option Typical Time 2026 Fare Frequency Best For Booking / Info
Sariyah Airport Express Bus Best Overall
45–60 min
3.40 JOD
~$4.80 / €4.40
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Official Airport Yellow Taxi Fastest
35–45 min
22.50 JOD
~$32.00 / €29.50
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Detailed Step-by-Step Transfer Options

Option #1 Best Overall

Sariyah Airport Express Bus

3.40 JOD ~$4.80 / €4.40
Travel time 45–60 min
Frequency Every 30-60 min (24/7)
Operating hours 24/7 continuous
Where to buy tickets Purchase ticket from the Sariyah kiosk outside terminal arrivals.
Main advantage: Very affordable (3.40 JOD); operates 24/7; comfortable highway coach with air conditioning.
Keep in mind: Drops at highway circles (7th Circle) rather than hotel front doors.

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Exit the arrivals hall to the ground transportation curb.
  2. Buy your 3.40 JOD ticket at the dedicated Sariyah booth.
  3. Board the bus and alight at 7th Circle or Tabarbour.
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Option #2 Fastest

Official Airport Yellow Taxi

22.50 JOD ~$32.00 / €29.50
Travel time 35–45 min
Frequency On demand (1-3 min)
Operating hours 24/7 continuous
Where to buy tickets Official taxi counter outside the terminal exit doors.
Main advantage: Strictly regulated flat fare (22.50 JOD); direct door-to-door transit to any Amman hotel.
Keep in mind: Higher cost than the express bus.

Step-by-step from arrivals:

  1. Walk directly to the official taxi booking counter outside arrivals.
  2. State your destination and receive a printed voucher with the fixed price.
  3. Hand the voucher to your assigned driver for a seamless drive into the city.
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Tickets, Luggage & Late-Night Arrivals

How Tickets & Payments Work

Sariyah bus tickets can be purchased at the official Sariyah kiosk right by the terminal exit before boarding (cash in Jordanian Dinars or card accepted).

Traveling with Suitcases

Sariyah coaches are full-size highway buses with ample underfloor luggage storage.

Arriving After Midnight

Sariyah buses operate 24 hours a day with hourly departures overnight; official airport taxis operate continuously with fixed posted rates.

Common Mistakes & Airport Scams to Avoid

  • Hailing an unauthorized driver inside the terminal—official airport yellow taxis operate strictly from the designated kiosk outside with fixed government rate slips.
  • Assuming the Sariyah bus drops directly at your hotel; you will likely need a short 2-3 JOD yellow cab ride from 7th Circle to your hotel in Jabal Amman or Weibdeh.
  • Airport yellow taxis have official fixed tariffs displayed at the counter (approx. 22.50 JOD to Amman); buy a pre-printed voucher at the official desk to avoid driver overcharging.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Where does the Sariyah bus stop in Amman?

Key stops include 7th Circle (convenient for western Amman hotels), 6th Circle, 5th Circle, 4th Circle, Housing Bank Complex, and the North Bus Station (Tabarbour).

What is the official taxi fare from Queen Alia Airport to Amman?

The regulated government flat fare to most districts in Amman is 22.50 JOD (approx. $32 USD). A posted tariff board lists all destination zones.