Marka Intl (OJAM/ADJ) — Amman, Jordan
Marka Intl (OJAM/ADJ) serves Amman, Jordan. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (06/24). Field elevation is 2555 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: OJAM
- Name: Marka Intl
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: 31.9727
- Longitude: 35.9916
- Elevation: 2555 ft
- Country: Jordan
- Municipality: Amman
- IATA Code: ADJ
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: OJAC
- Timezone: Asia/Amman
- Distance from City: 5.0 km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 06/24
- Designation: 06/24
- Dimensions: N/A
- Surface: N/A
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: N/A
- NAVAIDs: N/A
- Approach Types: N/A
- Remarks: RWY 06 elev 2555 ft, RWY 24 elev 2458 ft. Headings 061/241 true. Fire category 8. Traffic pattern altitude 3555 ft MSL. Full runway rehabilitation completed 2024-2025 by NRV/Norvia (30M EUR project): pavement rehabilitation, runway strip grading/expansion, drainage, lighting, service roads. Runway extended to 3,286m in 1976
Frequencies
- Tower: 118.100 MHz
- Ground: 121.700 MHz
- Operations: 128.900 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: 128.900 MHz
- ATIS: No ATIS — confirmed, OJAM does not have ATIS service MHz
Operation Hours
Marka Intl operates 24 hours (H24). See all 24-hour airports worldwide →
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Airport and ATC operate H24. Magnetic variation 4°E
Contacts
- AIS Tel: +962 6 489 1659
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: +962 6 489 1400
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: http://jac.jo
- Remarks: Jordan Airports Company (JAC), official operator since 2009. Email: [email protected]. ATC tel +962 6 489 1659, fax +962 6 489 1266. Masterjet handling: +962 6 488 8500
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: Yes
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: PPR not required for landing at OJAM. Landing permit issued by CARC: +962 6 489 2282 / +962 6 479 9120, fax +962 6 489 1653. CARC website: carc.gov.jo. Parking slot is mandatory
- Remarks: Landing slots required. Landing permit mandatory via CARC: +962 6 489 2282 / +962 6 479 9120, fax +962 6 489 1653, carc.gov.jo. Submit AOC, airworthiness certificate, registration, noise certificate, insurance, radio license. AIP Amendment 24/25 entered force 25 Dec 2025 with new aerodrome certification
Customs
- Open: 00:00
- Close: 23:59
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: Customs H24. Tel: +962 6 489 1401
Fees
- Landing Fee: Based on MTOW; approximately 16 JOD per metric ton for international flights
- Parking Fee: First 4 hours free; approximately 4 JOD per metric ton per hour thereafter
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: JOD
- Remarks: Landing permits required for non-scheduled flights. Navigation charges: 2 JOD per tonne MTOW for scheduled, 2 JOD per tonne + 10 JOD for non-scheduled. Handlers: Masterjet, Jetex, Arab Wings, Petra Aviation, UAS, iJET
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: Jet A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: Jet A-1 available. Supplied at airport. Contact handling agent for current pricing.
- Fuel Type: AVGAS
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-05
- Remarks: AVGAS reported available per AcuKwik. Confirm availability with handler before arrival.
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- 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
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: N/A
- Curfew End: N/A
- Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
- Remarks: MTOW limited to 80,000 kg (80 tonnes) — updated Dec 2025 after runway rehabilitation. Suitable for A320/B737. Daytime flights only initially (to minimize impact on residents). Joint civil/military airport. Bird activity reported. Chapter 2 operations restricted. Previous 75t/30-person limit lifted with Dec 2025 aerodrome recertification
Alternates
OJAI
- ICAO: OJAI
- Name: Queen Alia Intl
- Distance (NM): 15.0
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration 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
LLBG
- ICAO: LLBG
- Name: Ben Gurion
- Distance (NM): 56.3
- 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): 69.5
- 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.
OSDI
- ICAO: OSDI
- Name: Damascus Intl
- Distance (NM): 90.4
- Has IFR: Yes
- Port of Entry: Yes
- Immigration Remarks: Damascus is the nominal primary port of entry. Visa required. Airport operational status must be confirmed. International sanctions and conflict severely affect operations.
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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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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What is the tower frequency at OJAM?
- The tower frequency at Marka Intl is 118.1 MHz.
- What fuel is available at OJAM?
- Marka Intl offers Jet A-1, AVGAS.
- Does OJAM require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Marka Intl (Jordan).
- Is customs available at OJAM?
- Yes, customs at Marka Intl is available from 00:00 to 23:59.
- Does OJAM require slots or PPR?
- Slots are required at Marka Intl.
- Where is OJAM located?
- Marka Intl (OJAM) is located in Amman, Jordan.
- What is the IATA code for OJAM?
- The IATA code for Marka Intl is ADJ.
- Is OJAM a port of entry?
- Yes, Marka Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.