AMM
Amman
Jordan
5,764 km
3,582 miles
SJZ
Velas
Portugal
Distance
5,764 km
3,582 mi / 3,112 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Asia/Amman
Heading
297°
west northwest

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AMM SJZ
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Sao Jorge Airport
IATA Code AMM SJZ
ICAO Code OJAI LPSJ
City Amman Velas
Country Jordan Portugal
Timezone Asia/Amman Atlantic/Azores
Elevation 2,395 ft 311 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 38.670000, -28.180000

Amman (AMM) to Velas (SJZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 5,764 kilometers (3,582 miles / 3,112 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:59 in Amman, it's 05:59 in Velas. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,084 feet between the two airports. Sao Jorge Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Velas (SJZ) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 77° (east 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 Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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