AMM
Amman
Jordan
4,869 km
3,026 miles
SXJ
Shanshan
China
Distance
4,869 km
3,026 mi / 2,629 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+5h
Asia/Amman
Heading
59°
east northeast

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AMM SXJ
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Shanshan Airport
IATA Code AMM SXJ
ICAO Code OJAI ZWSS
City Amman Shanshan
Country Jordan China
Timezone Asia/Amman Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 2,395 ft 0 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 42.910000, 90.250000

Amman (AMM) to Shanshan (SXJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Shanshan Airport (SXJ) in Shanshan, China is 4,869 kilometers (3,026 miles / 2,629 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 China. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 13:08 in Amman, it's 18:08 in Shanshan. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,395 feet between the two airports. Shanshan Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Shanshan (SXJ) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 274° (west). 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 Shanshan Airport (SXJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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