AMM
Amman
Jordan
11,921 km
7,407 miles
PJB
Payson
United States
Distance
11,921 km
7,407 mi / 6,437 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Asia/Amman
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AMM PJB
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Payson Airport
IATA Code AMM PJB
ICAO Code OJAI KPAN
City Amman Payson
Country Jordan United States
Timezone Asia/Amman America/Phoenix
Elevation 2,395 ft 5,157 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 34.260000, -111.340000

Amman (AMM) to Payson (PJB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Payson Airport (PJB) in Payson, United States is 11,921 kilometers (7,407 miles / 6,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Jordan with United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:19 in Amman, it's 01:19 in Payson. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,762 feet between the two airports. Payson Airport sits higher than Queen Alia International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Payson (PJB) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 29° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) and Payson Airport (PJB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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