Holiday destination
Jordan
Jordan is one of the Middle East's most rewarding destinations, home to the rose-red city of Petra, the desert landscapes of Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea. Amman, the capital, has a Roman theatre and a hilltop Citadel. Distances are short, so touring is easy.
Region: Middle East
Trip types on sale: Tours.
Places
Amman
Jordan's capital, with a Roman theatre and the Citadel, and a base for Petra.
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Best time to go
March to May and September to November; summer is very hot and winter can be cold at night.
Who it suits
History lovers, adventurous travellers and couples.
Getting there
Non-stop flights from London to Amman (AMM) take about 5 hours.
Practical
- Time: 3 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 2 hours ahead in summer.
- Currency: Jordanian dinar
- Language: Arabic; English is widely spoken.
Typical daytime highs
- Spring (March to May). Typical daytime highs around 20 to 27°C in spring (March to May).
- Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 31 to 33°C in summer (June to August).
- Autumn (September to November). Typical daytime highs around 23 to 29°C in autumn (September to November).
- Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 12 to 14°C in winter (December to February).
These are typical ranges, not a forecast.
Things to do
- Explore Petra
- Stay in a desert camp in Wadi Rum
- Float in the Dead Sea
- Visit Amman's Citadel and Roman theatre
- See the Roman city of Jerash
Questions
How long is the flight to Jordan?
About 5 hours from London to Amman.
How far is Petra from Amman?
About 3 hours by road.
UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.