Traveling from Chicago to Amman: what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your trip from in Chicago. Explore your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) when reserving your flight from Chicago to Amman.
Touch down at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), the primary gateway of Amman.
Around 11 hours 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct Chicago to Amman flight.
Amman is seven hours ahead of Chicago and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
The most popular route for flights from Chicago to Amman is from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). You can choose from seven weekly services between these two airports. If you'd like to maximize your time on arrival, the earliest flight from ORD to AMM is the 10:35 Royal Jordanian service. If you prefer traveling later, the last available departure is at 20:10 with Royal Jordanian.
Allow plenty of time to make your Chicago to Amman flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Amman
To secure cheap Chicago to Amman flights, reserve your trip two months ahead of your planned departure.
The best month for picking up cheap plane tickets from Chicago to Amman is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates that offer the lowest fares.
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Flying from Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Chicago to Amman, you can depart from O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Travel from ORD to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in one continuous trip.
Look out for promotions with Royal Jordanian. This airline offers direct Chicago to Amman plane tickets out of ORD.
We make it simple to find a Chicago to Amman flight with a stopover. To see all your options leaving from O'Hare International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers include:
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
Vienna International Airport (VIE)
ORD is around 26 kilometers from central Chicago. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the center, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near O'Hare International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Amman or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights departing from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% land on schedule at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
Take a moment to recharge during your Chicago to Amman flight with a stopover. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is one of the top options between Chicago Midway International Airport and Amman.
With public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The airport is roughly 14 kilometers away. Driving will take you about 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before catching your flight from Chicago to Amman? Kick back in a hotel near Chicago Midway International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Check out these accommodation options:
Chicago Midway International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 78%. This figure provides insight into how frequently flights that depart from this airport arrive on schedule.
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
Arriving in Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to central Amman takes about 45 minutes by car. The center is roughly 26 kilometers away.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Chicago to Amman. Stay at one of these accommodation options near AMM instead:
Grab a Queen Alia International Airport rental car and explore Amman and beyond with your own wheels. Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car and Auto Nation are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Queen Alia International Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Best time to go to Amman
August is the most popular month for flights from Chicago to Amman. To avoid the crowds, visit Amman in April.
The warmest month in Amman is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your Chicago to Amman ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago to Amman in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) on average.
More about Amman
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Amman right here. Check out these options once you've locked in your flight from Chicago to Amman:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Amman Citadel, Viewpoint roman theatre and Rainbow Street are top attractions which should feature on any good Amman itinerary.
Explore more of Jordan
Zarqa is just one of the many cities in Jordan waiting to be discovered after you've seen Amman. Around 23 kilometers to the north-east, its top attractions include Zero salon, Al Sharaq Park and Al fajer Arabians نادي ومربط الفجر للجواد العربي.
Around 64 kilometers north of Amman, Irbid is another favorite stop in Jordan. Experience major highlights starting with EMAR IRBIID PARK, Al Worood and Irbid Saray Osmanli Citadel.