Queen Alia Intl (OJAI/AMM) — Amman, Jordan
Queen Alia Intl (OJAI/AMM) serves Amman, Jordan. This is a major international airport with 2 runways (08L/26R, 08R/26L). Field elevation is 2395 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: OJAI
- Name: Queen Alia Intl
- Type: large_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 31.722601
- Longitude: 35.993198
- Elevation: 2395 ft
- Country: Jordan
- Municipality: Amman
- IATA Code: AMM
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: OJAC
- Timezone: Asia/Amman
- Distance from City: 30.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 08L/26R
- Designation: 08L/26R
- Dimensions: 12008 X 200
- Surface: Asphalt
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: HIRL, REIL
- NAVAIDs: ILS, NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I (26R), RNAV (GNSS), VOR/DME
- Remarks: N/A
Runway 08R/26L
- Designation: 08R/26L
- Dimensions: 12008 X 200
- Surface: Concrete
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: HIRL, REIL
- NAVAIDs: ILS, NDB, VOR-DME
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I (26L), RNAV (GNSS)
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 119.800 MHz
- Ground: 121.900 MHz
- Operations: 128.900 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 127.600, 128.900, 119.800, 121.900 MHz
- ATIS: 127.600 MHz
Operation Hours
Queen Alia Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport and ATC H24. ARFF Category 9
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +962 64453200
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +962 65002777
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: https://www.qaiairport.com
- Remarks: Airport operator: Airport International Group (AIG). Email: [email protected]. Address: 39052 Amman 11104, Jordan. Airlines inquiries: [email protected]
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: Yes
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: Landing permits required for non-scheduled/private flights. Apply via licensed Aircraft Service Supervision Agent, 48h prior. Slots required. CARC general contact: +962 64892282, [email protected]. AIS/ARO Briefing Office (H24): +962 64451134, Fax +962 64451136. Airport Info Desk: +962 64451739
- Remarks: Landing permit required for non-scheduled flights via CARC. Slot coordination for scheduled operations. Documents: AOC, Airworthiness Certificate, Registration, Noise Certificate, Insurance, Radio License
Customs
- Open: 00:00
- Close: 23:59
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Full CIQ available H24. Duty-free allowance: 200 cigarettes, 1L spirits (18+). Must declare cash over JOD 10,000 or equivalent
Fees
- Landing Fee: 1.500 JOD per tonne MTOW (first 25t), 2.250 JOD per tonne (25-100t), 2.550 JOD per tonne (100t+)
- Parking Fee: 0.150 JOD per tonne per hour (first 25t), 0.105 JOD per tonne per hour (25-100t), 0.060 JOD per tonne per hour (100t+)
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: JOD
- Remarks: Landing minimum JOD 30. First 2 hours parking free. Night surcharge 35% (sunset+30min to sunrise-30min). ATC surcharge 10%. Parking >72h requires advance request. CARC permit fee: JOD 20 per non-scheduled landing. Handlers: Jordan Airport Management Company (AIG), Royal Jordanian Ground Services
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: Available H24. Supplied by Jordan Petroleum Refinery Company via FUEL24 and other providers. Prices issued monthly, higher cost than Gulf states. No avgas available
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: Visa on arrival for 150+ nationalities. Single entry JOD 40, double JOD 60, multiple JOD 120. Valid 30 days. Crew enter on GENDEC. E-gates available for Jordanian citizens
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: 3
- Remarks: No curfew. GPS interference/jamming reported in Amman FIR (EASA advisory). ARFF Category 9
Alternates
OJAM
- ICAO: OJAM
- Name: Marka Intl
- Distance (NM): 15.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Port of entry. Visa on arrival available for many nationalities. APIS submission required. Customs and immigration tel: +962 6 489 1401. Jordan Pass available for tourism
LLBG
- ICAO: LLBG
- Name: Ben Gurion
- Distance (NM): 59.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: H24 immigration. Extensive security screening on all operations. GA requires advance documentation and local Israeli citizen contact to vouch for crew.
LLHA
- ICAO: LLHA
- Name: Haifa
- Distance (NM): 81.1
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: ASOC (Aviation Security Operations Center) conducts security/background checks on aircraft, crew, and passengers. Permit lead time: minimum 4 business days recommended (72h official minimum). Permit revisions: 24–48 hours. Crew and passengers must hold passports from countries with Israeli diplomatic relations. ETA-IL electronic travel authorization required since Jan 2025 for visa-exempt nationalities. Applications in English only.
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Jordan Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: Yes
- Landing Permit: Yes
- Overflight Lead Time: 4 business days (official); 24 hours possible if docs complete
- Landing Lead Time: 4 business days (official)
Private flights require CARC notification, typically processed within 24-48 hours.
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- What is the tower frequency at OJAI?
- The tower frequency at Queen Alia Intl is 119.800 MHz.
- What fuel is available at OJAI?
- Queen Alia Intl offers JET A-1.
- Does OJAI require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Queen Alia Intl (Jordan).
- Is customs available at OJAI?
- Yes, customs at Queen Alia Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
- Does OJAI require slots or PPR?
- Slots are required at Queen Alia Intl.
- Where is OJAI located?
- Queen Alia Intl (OJAI) is located in Amman, Jordan.
- What is the IATA code for OJAI?
- The IATA code for Queen Alia Intl is AMM.
- How long is the runway at OJAI?
- The main runway at Queen Alia Intl (08L/26R) measures 12008 X 200.
- Does OJAI have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Queen Alia Intl has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runways 08L/26R, 08R/26L.
- Is OJAI a port of entry?
- Yes, Queen Alia Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.