Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Amman: what you need to know
The timezone in Amman is UTC+2. The city is two hours ahead of London, where London Gatwick Airport is located.
To avoid rushing for your LGW to Amman flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from LGW to Amman. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search. Give yourself a breather (and maybe even a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular options:
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Traveling from central London to LGW takes around 30 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometers in 1 hour 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Planning to catch an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amman? Avoid rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to LGW:
69.26% of flights that take off from London Gatwick Airport reach their destination on schedule.
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Amman
The lowest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Amman flight is $65. The cheapest price for a return flight is $222. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from LGW to Amman. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
Scoring cheap tickets from London Gatwick Airport to Amman is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to get the best prices throughout the month and score an awesome deal.
Save time looking for cheap flights from LGW to Amman by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Find an affordable flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amman with the help of our filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports 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 40 kilometers away.
Book a hotel near AMM if you're coming in on a late flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amman. Choose one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Go where the road takes you with a Queen Alia International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Right Cars, Arena Rent a Car or Auto Nation and discover more of Amman and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Queen Alia International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from LGW to Amman.
Best time to go to Amman
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amman. The city buzzes in high season, but hotel prices are generally higher and major attractions can get crowded. Visit Amman in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Amman is July, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF). Lock in your London Gatwick Airport to Amman flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
January has average temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from LGW to Amman around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Amman
Start your Amman trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Amman, explore our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. Viewpoint roman theatre, Amman Citadel and Rainbow Street are top sights which should feature on any good Amman itinerary.
Explore more of Jordan
You've visited Amman, now it's time to discover more of Jordan. Journey around 290 kilometers south to Aqaba to tick off its top attractions. From Aqaba Fort to Mamluk Castle and Aqaba Museum, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 193 kilometers south of Amman, Petra is another essential stop in Jordan. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Al-Khubtha Trail, Haut-lieu du Sacrifice and Watching the sunset.