AMM
Amman
Jordan
8,758 km
5,442 miles
XCH
Christmas Island
CX
Distance
8,758 km
5,442 mi / 4,729 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+4h
Asia/Amman
Heading
110°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

AMM XCH
Airport Name Queen Alia International Airport Christmas Island Airport
IATA Code AMM XCH
ICAO Code OJAI YPXM
City Amman Christmas Island
Country Jordan CX
Timezone Asia/Amman Indian/Christmas
Elevation 2,395 ft 916 ft
Coordinates 31.720000, 35.990000 -10.450000, 105.690000

Amman (AMM) to Christmas Island (XCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, Jordan to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 8,758 kilometers (5,442 miles / 4,729 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying east southeast at a heading of 110°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:04 in Amman, it's 02:04 in Christmas Island. 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 1,479 feet between the two airports. Christmas Island Airport sits lower than Queen Alia International Airport.

The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Amman (AMM) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). 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 Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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