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King Hussein Intl (OJAQ/AQJ) — Aqaba, Jordan

At a glance

Operating hours
04:00–20:30 UTC
Customs
04:00–20:30 UTC
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1
Tower
118.1
Runways
01/19
Elevation
175 ft

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Runways 2/4
Frequencies 3/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: OJAQ
  • Name: King Hussein Intl
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 29.611601
  • Longitude: 35.018101
  • Elevation: 175 ft
  • Country: Jordan
  • Municipality: Aqaba
  • IATA Code: AQJ
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: OJAC
  • Timezone: Asia/Amman
  • Distance from City: 9.5 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 01/19

  • Designation: 01/19
  • Dimensions: N/A
  • Surface: N/A
  • PCN: 054FAWU
  • Lighting: Simple approach CAT I
  • NAVAIDs: VOR-DME (AQB 113.1), NDB (AQC 326), ILS CAT I RWY 01
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: RWY 01 right-hand circuit, RWY 19 left-hand circuit. ILS equipped on RWY 01 only.

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.100 MHz
  • Ground: 121.900 MHz
  • Operations: 119.200 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 04:00 – 20:30
Tuesday 04:00 – 20:30
Wednesday 04:00 – 20:30
Thursday 04:00 – 20:30
Friday 04:00 – 20:30
Saturday 04:00 – 20:30
Sunday 04:00 – 20:30
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: 04:00-20:30 UTC (07:00-23:30 local). ATS communications H24. AIS Briefing Office H24. ARO H24. Procedural ATC services only; no radar below FL150.

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +962 32012445
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +962 32034010
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: https://khiaops.com
  • Remarks: Operator: Aqaba Airports Company (AAC). Email: [email protected]. Fax: +962 32034011. Office hours 05:00-13:00 UTC (08:00-16:00 local).

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: +962 32012111 / +962 32091500, Email: [email protected]. CARC: +962 64892282 / +962 64799120 (0500Z-1300Z, weekends Fri/Sat)
  • Remarks: Not slot-coordinated. PPR not required. Landing permit required for non-scheduled flights.

Customs

  • Open: 04:00
  • Close: 20:30
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Customs available during airport operating hours (04:00-20:30 UTC / 07:00-23:30 local). International port of entry. Visa on arrival available for most nationalities. Free visa if entering and exiting through Aqaba (ASEZA special economic zone).

Fees

  • Landing Fee: 14.00 JOD per metric ton MTOW (50% discount applicable)
  • Parking Fee: First 4 hours free, then 3.00 JOD per metric ton per hour
  • Handling Mandatory: Yes
  • Currency: JOD
  • Remarks: 50% discount on landing charges. Parking over 72h requires advance request. Passenger transit fee 3.50 JOD/pax. Handling by NAS or approved providers. Landing permits required for non-scheduled flights. Overflight: JOD 2/ton MTOW en-route (JOD 10 surcharge unscheduled, JOD 40 minimum). Night lighting surcharge 35%. No CAA processing fees for permits.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-05
  • Remarks: Jet A-1 available (without icing inhibitor). Supplied by Jordan Petroleum Refinery Company (Caltex). Supplier contact: +962 6 4452267.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Visa on arrival available for many nationalities. Free visa if arriving and departing via Aqaba borders (ASEZA). APIS submission required.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: No curfew. No noise abatement. No de-icing available. All SIDs require 8,000 ft initial altitude due to terrain. Speed limit 250 KIAS below 10,000 ft unless ATC approved. RFFS Category 9. ICAO Aerodrome Reference Code D.

Alternates

HETB

  • ICAO: HETB
  • Name: Taba Intl
  • Distance (NM): 12.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

LLOV

  • ICAO: LLOV
  • Name: Ovda
  • Distance (NM): 20.2
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: Israeli security procedures apply at Ovda. APIS required 24 hours prior. Advance coordination with CAAI mandatory for GA flights.

HESC

  • ICAO: HESC
  • Name: St Catherine
  • Distance (NM): 74.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

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Jordan Permit Requirements

Medium Overflight: 1d Landing: 3d
  • 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 / GA Operations:

Private flights require CARC notification, typically processed within 24-48 hours.

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Active NOTAMs

A0553/26
caution
Only runway closed
RWY 01/19 CLSD DUE TO CONST WORK, EXC EMERG AND SPECIAL FLT.
2026-11-01 14:00 UTC 2026-11-18 18:00 UTC
A0467/26
critical
Only runway closed
RWY CLSD DUE TO CONST WORK EXC EMERG AND SPECIAL FLT.
2026-09-20 14:00 UTC 2026-11-18 18:00 UTC
A0471/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
DUE TO INCREASED MIGRATORY BIRD ACT IN THE AQABA AREA. PILOTS ARE ADVISED TO EXER CTN DRG ALL PHASES OF FLT, PARTICULARY DRG TKOF, APCH AND LDG, AND TO REP ANY OBS FLOCKS OF BIRDS TO ATC.
2026-09-17 06:02 UTC 2026-11-30 23:59 UTC

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of OJAQ?
King Hussein Intl operates from 04:00 to 20:30.
What is the tower frequency at OJAQ?
The tower frequency at King Hussein Intl is 118.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at OJAQ?
King Hussein Intl offers JET A-1.
Does OJAQ require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for King Hussein Intl (Jordan). Permit details for Jordan
Is customs available at OJAQ?
Yes, customs at King Hussein Intl is available from 04:00 to 20:30.
Where is OJAQ located?
King Hussein Intl (OJAQ) is located in Aqaba, Jordan.
What is the IATA code for OJAQ?
The IATA code for King Hussein Intl is AQJ.
Is OJAQ a port of entry?
Yes, King Hussein Intl is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.