Amman, Jordan → Jeddah, Saudi Arabia · ✈ 2h 1min · 🚗 19h 37min
652 nautical miles · Time difference: +1h ahead · Direction: southeast
The distance from Amman to Jeddah is 1,207 km (750 miles). The fastest way to travel is by flight. A direct flight takes approximately 2h 1min.
The straight-line distance from Amman, Jordan to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia is approximately 1,207 kilometers (750 miles or 652 nautical miles). This measurement uses the Haversine formula, computing the great-circle distance — the shortest path between two points on Earth's surface.
Jeddah is located southeast of Amman. Amman is in Asia, in the Amman region of Jordan, while Jeddah is in Asia, in Makkah, Saudi Arabia. Both cities are in Asia.
| Mode | Distance | Est. Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Flight | 1,207 km | ~2h 1min | Best option for speed |
| 🚗 Drive | ~1,569 km | ~19h 37min | Long journey, consider stops |
| 🚂 Regular Train | ~1,448 km | ~12h 4min | Scenic but slow |
Our recommendation: flight is typically the best way to travel from Amman to Jeddah. For 1,207 km, flying saves significant time and is usually the most practical choice.
Based on an estimated road distance of 1,569 km, fuel costs for driving from Amman to Jeddah are approximately $126–$235 USD (at $0.08–$0.15 per km, depending on vehicle efficiency and local fuel prices). Additional costs may include tolls, parking, and accommodation for longer trips.
Amman sits at 31.9454°N, 35.9284°E, while Jeddah is located at 21.4858°N, 39.1925°E. The initial compass bearing from Amman to Jeddah is 164° (SSE), so a great-circle flight path leaves Amman heading roughly SSE. Because the Earth is curved, the actual heading shifts gradually along the route — pilots and navigation systems update it continuously instead of holding a single fixed compass bearing.
The latitude difference is 10.46° and the longitude difference is 3.26°. Each degree of latitude represents about 111 km, which is one reason cross-latitude routes feel longer even when the map looks similar to east–west journeys.
The geographic midpoint between Amman and Jeddah is approximately 26.7249°N, 37.6357°E. This is the great-circle halfway position — the spot where you would be exactly 604 km from each city. For road trips, a stop near this latitude/longitude makes for a natural overnight or lunch break.
Jeddah is roughly 1 hour ahead of Amman. When it is 09:00 in Amman, it is approximately 10:00 in Jeddah. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Amman is a major city in Jordan with a population of approximately 4,007,526. Located in the Amman region, it is an important hub in Asia. Amman is a significant metropolitan area in Jordan with good domestic and international transport connections.
Jeddah is a notable city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 4,697,000. Situated in the Makkah region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Jeddah offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Saudi Arabia.
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1,207 km is a long-distance route that typically requires air travel. This is comparable to spanning a large continent. For context, London to Dubai is about 5,500 km.
At 1,207 km, the Amman-Jeddah route is about 3.0% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 1min.
The straight-line distance from Amman to Jeddah is approximately 1,207 kilometers (750 miles, 652 nautical miles).
A direct flight takes approximately 2h 1min, based on 800 km/h cruising speed plus 30 minutes for takeoff and landing.
Estimated driving time is approximately 19h 37min, based on 80 km/h average speed and roads being ~30% longer than straight-line distance.
Jeddah is approximately +1h ahead compared to Amman.
The estimated road distance is approximately 1,569 km, which is about 30% longer than the 1,207 km straight-line distance.
📍 Data: Coordinates from OpenStreetMap contributors. Distances calculated using the Haversine formula. Travel times are estimates only. Last verified: April 21, 2026.