Flying from Amman to Seoul: what you need to know
Planning your getaway starts with working out where you'll leave from in Amman. Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Amman to Seoul jetting off from here.
Hop off your plane in Seoul at Incheon International Airport (ICN) or Gimpo International Airport (GMP).
Seoul is six hours ahead of Amman and is in the UTC+9 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your Amman to Seoul flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Seoul
Booking early is often the key to locking in a cheap Amman to Seoul flight. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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Flying from Amman
Amman Queen Alia Airport (AMM)
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When browsing Amman to Seoul flights leaving from Amman Queen Alia Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Here are some options to consider:
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Zayed International Airport (AUH)
The journey from central Amman to AMM takes about 50 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 26 kms (16 miles) in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Catching an early flight from Amman to Seoul? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near Amman Queen Alia Airport:
Amman Queen Alia Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 88% of flights that depart AMM reach their destination without delay.
Arriving in Seoul
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 48 kms (30 miles) away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Amman to Seoul. Book one of these accommodation options near ICN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Incheon International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and discover more of Seoul and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Incheon International Airport around four weeks ahead of your Amman to Seoul flight.
Gimpo International Airport (GMP)
Central Seoul is approximately 18 kms (11 miles) from Gimpo International Airport (GMP). As soon as your flight from Amman to Seoul has landed and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should be around 30 minutes.
The trip will take approximately 35 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from Amman to Seoul, settle in at a hotel near GMP. These are some great options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Gimpo International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from GOGO Rent a Car, Gogo Rental Car Seoul or Hi Rent A Car and be on your way in a flash.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from GMP one week in advance. You'll also have access to a greater selection of vehicles.
Best time to go to Seoul
August is the most popular month for flights from Amman to Seoul. To skip the crowds, visit Seoul in March.
The warmest month in Seoul is August, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 32ºC. Book your Amman to Seoul ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC and 4ºC. Search for cheap flights from Amman to Seoul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Amman to Seoul, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Gyeongbokgung Palace and Bukchon Hanok Village are just the start of the top attractions to add to your Seoul travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
Seoul is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Korea just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kms (210 miles) southeast of Seoul, a trip to Busan will keep you on the move. Don't miss top attractions like Gamcheon Culture Village, Haeundae Beach and Oryukdo Skywalk.
Incheon is another sought-after destination in South Korea and is around 27 kms (17 miles) southwest of Seoul. No trip is complete without visiting Songdo Central Park, Songdo Hanok Village and Wolmi Theme Park.