Travelling from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Amman. Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is the city's main base, so explore your options for booking a flight from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) leaving from here.
Around 1 hour 45 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Amman to Borg El Arab Airport flight.
Borg El Arab Airport is located in Alexandria. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour behind Amman.
The most popular route is from Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE). You can pick from 5 direct services every week. Air Cairo operates a 10am departure between AMM and HBE.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Amman to HBE. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Head to the airport even earlier during popular months like January. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or go over your itinerary.
Airports in Amman
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
Amman Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) can be booked from this terminal.
You can travel on a direct flight from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport with Air Cairo. This top carrier operates services from AMM.
The preferred choice for passengers flying between AMM and HBE is Air Cairo.
Located around 32 kilometres from central Amman, AMM can be reached in about 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Amman Queen Alia International Airport:
85% of flights departing from Amman Queen Alia International Airport touch down at their destination according to schedule. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from AMM.
About Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near HBE:
Grab a Borg El Arab Airport rental car and discover Alexandria and beyond with your own set of wheels. Budget, Avis and Sixt are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around two weeks in advance of your Amman to Borg El Arab Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Borg El Arab Airport (HBE) to central Alexandria
Borg El Arab Airport is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Alexandria. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
$182 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport. Return flights start from $359. These prices may change based on availability.
To pick up cheap flights from Amman to HBE, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE)
December is when most people book flights from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport (HBE). Plan your visit to Alexandria in May for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Alexandria is August, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Amman to HBE plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Search for cheap tickets from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF).
More about Alexandria
Start your Alexandria trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Amman to Borg El Arab Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Bibliotheca Alexandria and Lighthouse of Alexandria are just a couple of the top attractions to put on your Alexandria travel itinerary. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Cleopatra Beach.
Explore more of Egypt
Alexandria has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Egypt you should also see. Around 177 kilometres southeast of Alexandria, a visit to Cairo will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Gizeh Plateau, TUTANKHAMUN'S TREASURE and River Nile.
If you're eager to discover another corner of Egypt, head for Giza, roughly 177 kilometres southeast of Alexandria. Great Sphinx of Giza, Great Pyramid of Giza and Khufu Pyramid are highlights.