Airport Comparison
| AMM | CIU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Queen Alia International Airport | Chippewa County International Airport |
| IATA Code | AMM | CIU |
| ICAO Code | OJAI | KCIU |
| City | Amman | Sault Ste Marie |
| Country | Jordan | United States |
| Timezone | Asia/Amman | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 2,395 ft | 799 ft |
| Coordinates | 31.720000, 35.990000 | 46.250000, -84.470000 |
Amman (AMM) to Sault Ste Marie (CIU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) in Sault Ste Marie, United States is 9,487 kilometers (5,895 miles / 5,123 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 323°.
This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.
This is an international route connecting Jordan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 19:27 in Amman, it's 11:27 in Sault Ste Marie. With a 8-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,596 feet between the two airports. Chippewa County International Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.
The return flight from Sault Ste Marie (CIU) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Chippewa County International Airport (CIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.