Amman Queen Alia — Sariyah Airport Express
Queen Alia International (AMM) to Amman — Updated 2026
Amman Queen Alia International (AMM) sits 35km south of central Amman, connected to the city by the Sariyah Airport Express — a JOD 3.30 (about USD 4.65) coach that runs every 30 minutes from the terminal to 7th Circle in west Amman. This is the cheapest legitimate option: journey time 45-60 minutes depending on traffic, operating 06:00-01:00 daily. From 7th Circle you're within reach of the Sweifieh + Abdoun neighbourhoods on foot, or a short taxi/Careem to Downtown (Al-Balad) or Rainbow Street. For travellers connecting to Petra or the Dead Sea, the JETT bus company runs long-distance coaches from a station in Abdali (JETT terminal, JOD 12.50 to Petra, 3.5h) — not from the airport directly. Careem is the mainstream ride-hail app in Jordan and works reliably at the airport at JOD 20-30 (USD 28-42) to central Amman — significantly cheaper than the official yellow airport taxi (JOD 30-40 flat fare, more if driver claims "night surcharge"). AVOID unmarked drivers approaching in arrivals; the official rank + Careem pickup zone are both trustworthy.
Sariyah Airport Express stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| AMM Arrivals Curbside | 0 min | Sariyah stop marked outside T1 exit |
| Airport Motorway | ~15 min | Highway to Amman |
| King Abdullah Gardens | ~35 min | West Amman entry point |
| 7th Circle (Sariyah terminus) | 45-60 min | West Amman hub, taxi/Careem for onward |
| Downtown / Rainbow Street | + 15 min taxi | JOD 3-5 additional |
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Sariyah Airport Express vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sariyah Airport Express | JOD 3.30 | 45-60 min | Cheapest reliable option to west Amman. |
| Careem (app) | JOD 20-30 | 35-50 min | App-based, safe pickup zone. |
| Uber | JOD 22-32 | 35-50 min | Same as Careem, slightly higher. |
| Official yellow taxi | JOD 30-40 flat | 35-50 min | Kiosk in arrivals, negotiate before boarding. |
| Airport limousine (Sixt) | JOD 45-70 | 35-50 min | Premium pre-book service. |
| JETT bus (from Abdali) | JOD 12.50 to Petra | 3.5h | Long-distance; not from AMM direct. |
FAQ
How much is the Amman airport bus in 2026?+
JOD 3.30 (~USD 4.65) one-way on the Sariyah Airport Express to 7th Circle. Buy the ticket from the driver — Jordanian dinars cash preferred; some drivers accept card. No advance booking needed; departures every 30 minutes from 06:00 to 01:00.
How do I get from Amman airport to Petra?+
No direct service. Two options: (1) Sariyah bus to 7th Circle (JOD 3.30), taxi/Careem to Abdali (JOD 4-6), then JETT bus to Petra (JOD 12.50, 3.5h). Total ~JOD 20-22, 6 hours. (2) Pre-book a private transfer directly from AMM to Petra (JOD 90-140, 3h door-to-door). Option 2 wins on time; option 1 wins on cost.
Is Careem cheaper than airport taxi in Amman?+
Yes — meaningfully. Careem from AMM to central Amman runs JOD 20-30 depending on destination + time; the official yellow taxi charges JOD 30-40 flat fare (some drivers claim JOD 40-50 for nighttime). Careem shows the fare in the app before you accept. It's the standard for foreigners in 2026.
Late-night Amman airport transport?+
Sariyah runs until 01:00. After that: Careem (24/7, JOD 22-35 with a small night premium), Uber (similar), or the official taxi rank (JOD 35-45 nighttime flat, always staffed). Avoid unmarked drivers who approach inside arrivals — they overcharge 2-3× and lack meters.
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