Jeddah, Saudi Arabia → Amman, Jordan · ✈ 2h 1min · 🚗 19h 37min
652 nautical miles · Time difference: -1h behind · Direction: northwest
The distance from Jeddah to Amman 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 Jeddah, Saudi Arabia to Amman, Jordan 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.
Amman is located northwest of Jeddah. Jeddah is in Asia, in the Makkah region of Saudi Arabia, while Amman is in Asia, in Amman, Jordan. 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 Jeddah to Amman. 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 Jeddah to Amman 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.
Jeddah sits at 21.4858°N, 39.1925°E, while Amman is located at 31.9454°N, 35.9284°E. The initial compass bearing from Jeddah to Amman is 345° (NNW), so a great-circle flight path leaves Jeddah heading roughly NNW. 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 Jeddah and Amman 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.
Amman is roughly 1 hour behind Jeddah. When it is 09:00 in Jeddah, it is approximately 08:00 in Amman. Daylight saving time can shift the offset by an hour during certain months, so confirm the exact difference for your specific travel dates.
Jeddah is a major city in Saudi Arabia with a population of approximately 4,697,000. Located in the Makkah region, it is an important hub in Asia. Jeddah is a significant metropolitan area in Saudi Arabia with good domestic and international transport connections.
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Amman is a notable city in Jordan with a population of approximately 4,007,526. Situated in the Amman region, it serves as a key destination in Asia. Amman offers solid transport connections and a variety of arrival options as a major city in Jordan.
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 Jeddah-Amman route is about 3.0% of Earth's circumference. A commercial jet covers this distance in about 2h 1min.
The straight-line distance from Jeddah to Amman 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.
Amman is approximately -1h behind compared to Jeddah.
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.