Airport Comparison
Amman (AMM) to Jijiga (JIJ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport (JIJ) in Jijiga, Ethiopia is 2,590 kilometers (1,609 miles / 1,398 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying south southeast at a heading of 163°.
This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.
This is an international route connecting Jordan with Ethiopia. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 01:50 in Amman, it's 01:50 in Jijiga.
There is a significant elevation difference of 3,543 feet between the two airports. Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport sits higher than Queen Alia International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Jijiga (JIJ) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 345° (north northwest). 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 Jigjiga Garad Wilwal Airport (JIJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.