The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Shelby Airport (SBX) in Shelby, United States is 10,536 kilometers (6,547 miles / 5,689 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 339°.

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 16:26 in Amman, it's 06:26 in Shelby. With a 10-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 1,048 feet between the two airports. Shelby Airport sits higher than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Shelby (SBX) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 27° (north 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 Shelby Airport (SBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.