Jordan Travel News

Air Arabia launches four weekly non-stop flights between Sharjah International Airport and Amman City Airport from 15 November 2026.

Royal Jordanian launches a weekly Amman to Tbilisi service from 22 October 2026, opening a direct connection to Georgia on an A320neo aircraft.

The US Embassy in Amman issued a security alert on 8 October warning of possible short-notice flight disruptions. What autumn travelers need to know.

Lufthansa resumes Frankfurt to Amman flights from 25 October 2026 and British Airways from 4 November, restoring major European connections to Jordan.

October and November are the best months for stargazing in Wadi Rum. Clear desert skies, cool nights, and minimal crowds make this the peak season.

Exodus Travels and G Adventures have confirmed October and November Jordan departures, with demand for Petra, Wadi Rum, and Aqaba at a four-year high.

EASA upgraded Jordan airspace bulletin on 30 September to do not operate at any altitude. Lufthansa and British Airways have suspended Amman flights.

Jordan earned $1.14 billion in tourism revenue in August 2026, up 17.2% year-on-year, as the summer peak delivered the year's strongest monthly total.

Travel demand to Jordan is recovering sharply as the autumn high season opens, with operators reporting strong bookings for Petra, Wadi Rum, and Amman.

Iran fired 20 ballistic missiles at Jordan on 9 September; Jordan intercepted 18. Emirates extends Amman cancellations to 5 October 2026.

Royal Jordanian launches direct Aqaba–Abu Dhabi and Aqaba–Riyadh flights from September 2026, boosting Red Sea coast access for Gulf visitors.

Royal Jordanian starts Amman–Delhi flights on 15 September 2026, with a Beijing service planned. New routes bring Jordan closer to South and East Asia.

Ryanair resumes Jordan flights in September 2026 after EASA advisory expires, easyJet following. Ryanair Amman winter schedule starts 27 October.

The US Embassy in Amman raised Jordan to Level 3: Reconsider Travel on 29 August 2026. Here's what the advisory says and what it means for your trip.

Jordan is stepping up its bid for global business events, with the Jordan Gate Towers nearing completion and a new Amra exhibition hub under construction.

Wizz Air relaunches its Budapest–Amman route on 26 August 2026 with two weekly year-round flights. Ryanair follows in mid-September and late October.

Jordan recorded an 8.3% rise in same-day visitors in the first seven months of 2026, with Petra receiving 236,000 visitors between January and July.

Jordan signed $120M in development deals on 12 August 2026 to transform the Bethany baptism site ahead of Christian millennium celebrations in 2030.

G Adventures restarted Jordan departures from 1 August 2026 after a three-month pause, with trips to Petra, Wadi Rum, Dead Sea and Jerash back on sale.

EASA advisory CZIB-2026-08 recommends airlines exercise caution over Jordanian airspace through 31 August 2026. Verify with your carrier before travel.

Jordan's cabinet approved a JD 5 million relief fund for Petra's tourism sector and launched Ahlan Jordan, a digital platform with packages from $180.

Jerash Festival 2026 runs 22 July to 2 August in ancient Gerasa: theatre, music, and dance in one of Jordan's most iconic Roman heritage sites.

A credible security threat at Aqaba Airport on 19 July 2026 caused temporary evacuation and flight cancellations continuing into 21 July. What to know.

Jordan's major sites continue to operate normally in July 2026. Here is the latest on visiting Petra, Wadi Rum, Jerash, and the Dead Sea.

Jordan air defences intercepted three ballistic missiles on July 15, 2026. Queen Alia Airport is operating normally. Travel guidance for visitors.

Lufthansa, British Airways and Ryanair have extended their Amman flight suspensions through October 2026 as the Middle East airspace crisis continues.

Royal Jordanian suspended all flights to the UAE, Bahrain, Kuwait, and Qatar on 12–14 July as Gulf airspace closed after regional missile strikes.

Aqaba's Red Sea reefs peak in July - 25°C+ water, 25m+ visibility and calm conditions make it one of the most productive months for diving the coral.

G Adventures resumes 18 Jordan tours from August 1, 2026, covering Petra, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea, Amman, and Jerash after a three-month pause.

The US Embassy in Amman issued a shelter-in-place order on 9 July after Jordan intercepted 8 Iranian missiles. Travellers in Jordan should stay indoors.

Ryanair returned to Amman from 3 July 2026 and Wizz Air follows in September, opening 16 low-cost European routes to Jordan.

Canada lowered its Jordan travel advisory to Level 2 on 27 June 2026. Intrepid, G Adventures and Exodus are restarting Jordan tours this summer.

French charter flights to Amman have resumed and Petra bookings are recovering: early signs Jordan's tourism sector is rebuilding in 2026.

Royal Jordanian launched twice-weekly Amman–Tashkent flights on 30 June 2026, its first route to Central Asia, operated by the Embraer E195-E2.

Amman hosted the MENA Travel Market Forum on 9-10 June 2026, drawing 2,500+ professionals from 19 countries to position Jordan as a tourism hub.

Emirates suspended Amman flights 13–22 June 2026 amid regional airspace closures. Services resumed after 22 June. Here's what happened.

The US Embassy in Jordan issued a security alert on 11 June 2026 after missiles, drones and rockets entered Jordanian airspace, disrupting flights.

Jordan makes its first-ever FIFA World Cup appearance in 2026, drawing global attention to Amman, Petra, and Wadi Rum as tourism surges.

US State Department Jordan advisory 2026 - Level 3, but Petra, Wadi Rum and Amman remain open. What the 7 June Embassy alert means for visitors.

The UK FCDO lifted its Jordan travel warning on 3 June 2026. Petra, Wadi Rum, Amman and Aqaba are now on the safe list for British travellers.