Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport
Airport Airport
Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport (ADJ) is a smaller airfield located north of Amman that handles regional and general aviation, some regional scheduled services and charter flights. It is not Jordan’s primary international gateway - that role belongs to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Marka has relatively low annual passenger numbers compared with AMM.
Terminal Guide for Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport #
Marka has a single small passenger terminal oriented to regional and short‑haul operations. Facilities and retail options are limited compared with the larger Queen Alia complex; expect short walking distances and straightforward arrivals/ departures procedures.
Getting to and From Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport #
Marka sits within the greater Amman urban area, typically a 10-20 minute drive from central Amman depending on traffic. Public transport options are limited; taxis, private transfers and rental cars are the usual choices. Transfers to Queen Alia International (AMM) require a road transfer of around 30-60 minutes depending on traffic.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport #
Facilities are basic and focused on short‑haul passengers: a small arrivals area, limited food and beverage options and taxi/transfer desks. There is limited retail or lounge space and car hire is available from local providers. For a wider range of services, central Amman provides more options.
Tips for Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport #
- Marka is closer to Amman city centre than Queen Alia (AMM) - verify which Amman airport your ticket uses; transfers from Marka are usually faster for downtown arrivals.
- Expect limited public transport - taxis and private transfers are the most common choices to/from Marka.
Weather & Climate near Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport #
Marka International (Amman Civil) Airport's climate is classified as Cold Semi-Arid - Cold Semi-Arid climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 4°C to 32°C. Semi-arid with limited rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 12°C and lows of 4°C. The wettest month with 60 mm of rain.
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February
February is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 4°C. Moderate rainfall (58 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cool with highs of 16°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (48 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 22°C and lows of 10°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and mostly sunny skies.
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June
June is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 17°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 9°C. Moderate rainfall (30 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 5°C. Moderate rainfall (52 mm).
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