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Jordan Aviation

Jordan's charter and leisure airline, flying from Amman

  • JordanCountry
  • R5IATA Code
  • JAVICAO Code
  • IndependentAlliance
  • LeisureAirline Type

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About Jordan Aviation

Jordan Aviation is a charter and leisure airline based in Amman, flying holiday routes to Egypt, Türkiye and Georgia and leasing aircraft to airlines around the world. Tickets usually include a 7 kg cabin bag and 23 kg of checked baggage, and check-in is at the airport only. This guide covers power bank rules, check-in, charter travel and how it compares with Royal Jordanian and EgyptAir.

The airline was registered in 1998 and started flying in 2000. Its small fleet includes Airbus A320 and A330, Boeing 737 and Boeing 767 aircraft, used for holiday flights, wet-lease contracts and United Nations missions.

Jordan Aviation flights to Amman
Photo: Mohammad Almashni / Unsplash

Power Bank Rules on Jordan Aviation

Jordan Aviation follows the ICAO power bank rules in force worldwide since 27 March 2026:

  • Carry power banks in cabin baggage only, never in checked bags.
  • Up to 100 Wh is allowed without approval; 100–160 Wh needs approval from the airline.
  • A maximum of two power banks per passenger, kept within reach; no charging them, or devices from them, during the flight.

Check-In in Amman

There is no online check-in, so go to the airport counter at least two hours before departure, or three hours for busy holiday flights. Queen Alia International Airport is modern and well organised.

Counters usually close 60 minutes before departure, and you will need your passport and any visa for your destination.

Families and Special Assistance

Infants under two travel on an adult’s lap. Request wheelchairs and other special assistance when you book, as charter flights have fewer staff at outstations.

Families travelling on holiday packages should check with the tour operator about seat allocation, as seats on charter flights are usually assigned at the airport. Arrive early if you want to sit together. Pushchairs can usually be checked in at the counter at no extra cost, and families with young children are often invited to board first.

Charter and Holiday Flights

Much of the flying is seasonal:

  • Many routes run only in summer or during holidays.
  • Some seats are sold through tour operators as part of holiday packages.
  • Schedules can change, so check your flight time a few days before departure.

Holiday routes to Sharm El Sheikh and Antalya are popular with Jordanian families in summer, while Tbilisi, Batumi and Trabzon attract travellers escaping the heat. Packages that include a hotel can cost less than booking flights and rooms separately.

How to Find Cheap Jordan Aviation Flights

Cheap Jordan Aviation flights: airplane flying in a blue sky
Photo: Viktor Forgacs on Unsplash
  • Book holiday packages early for summer and Eid.
  • Compare charter fares with scheduled airlines on the same route.
  • Pack within the 23 kg allowance to avoid airport charges.
  • Be flexible with dates, as charters may fly only a few days a week.
  • Compare airlines: use the FlightSelects flight search to see its fares next to Royal Jordanian, EgyptAir and others.

Jordan Aviation vs Royal Jordanian vs EgyptAir

A charter airline and two national airlines on routes from Amman.

Jordan AviationRoyal JordanianEgyptAir
HubAmmanAmmanCairo
TypeCharter and leisureFull-serviceFull-service
Online check-inNoYesYes
AllianceNoneoneworldStar Alliance

See our Royal Jordanian guide and EgyptAir guide to compare.

Arriving in Amman

Queen Alia International Airport is about 35 km south of Amman. The Airport Express bus and taxis link the airport with the city.

Jordan’s top sights, including Petra, Wadi Rum and the Dead Sea, are a few hours’ drive from Amman. The Jordan Pass combines the tourist visa fee with entry to many sites and can save money for visitors staying at least three nights.

You can also book an airport transfer in advance at a fixed price.

Is Jordan Aviation a Good Airline?

It is a practical choice for holiday routes from Amman, with included checked baggage and meals, though schedules are limited and tickets are less flexible than on scheduled airlines.

Because the airline focuses on charter work, its timetable changes from season to season, and some flights are sold only through travel agents and tour operators. If you cannot find a flight on the website, ask a Jordanian travel agent, who can usually book seats on holiday routes. For year-round flights and better connections, Royal Jordanian is usually the more flexible choice from Amman. Leased aircraft may sometimes operate flights for other airlines, so the aircraft you board may carry a different livery from the one you expect.

For more options, see our airline guides and the FlightSelects travel blog.

Facts checked in October 2026 against Wego’s airline profile and Wikipedia’s airline history. Rules change, so check the official website before you travel.

Airline Partnerships

The airline is not a member of a global airline alliance.

Codeshare & Interline Partnerships

Besides its own holiday and charter flights, it leases aircraft and crews to other airlines and flies charters for the United Nations.

Hubs & Focus Cities

Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman is the airline's base.

Popular Jordan Aviation Routes

Popular routes link Amman with Sharm El Sheikh, Istanbul, Cairo, Tbilisi, Antalya, Trabzon and Batumi, many of them seasonal. Choose a route to see recent schedules and fares.

Fares are the lowest recently found by our partners and can change quickly. Select a fare to check live prices and availability.

Jordan Aviation Reschedule & Cancellation Policy

Tickets are generally non-refundable once issued. Flights can be rescheduled for an extra charge, subject to availability.

Check your fare rules when you book, as charter flights may have different conditions.

  • Refunds Tickets are generally non-refundable once issued.
  • Changes Possible for a fee, subject to availability.
  • Charter flights Conditions set by the tour operator may apply.
  • How to change Contact the airline or your travel agent.

Jordan Aviation Seat Selection & Additional Services

Meals, snacks and drinks are served on board, and Business and Economy cabins are offered on some aircraft.

Seats are usually assigned at the airport.

  • Meals Served on board.
  • Cabins Business and Economy on some aircraft.
  • Seats Assigned at check-in.
  • Special assistance Request wheelchairs and other help in advance.

Jordan Aviation Baggage Allowance

Passengers can bring cabin baggage of up to 7 kg.

Checked baggage of up to 23 kg is usually included. Extra baggage is charged at the airport.

  • Cabin bag Up to 7 kg.
  • Checked bag Usually up to 23 kg.
  • Extra baggage Charged at the airport.

Jordan Aviation Loyalty Programme

Jordan Aviation does not run a frequent flyer programme. Most tickets are sold for charter and holiday flights, often through travel agents.

  • Programme None.
  • Booking Often through travel agents and tour operators.

Jordan Aviation: Frequently Asked Questions

01What are Jordan Aviation’s IATA and ICAO codes?

The airline's two-character IATA code is R5. It appears in flight numbers (for example R5 101), on tickets and on airport departure boards. Its three-letter ICAO code is JAV, which air traffic control and flight-tracking services use to identify the airline.

02Which airline alliance is Jordan Aviation part of?

It is not a member of a global airline alliance, although it may still have codeshare or interline agreements with individual airlines.

03Where is Jordan Aviation headquartered?

The airline is headquartered in Amman, Jordan.

04When was Jordan Aviation founded?

The airline was founded in 1998.

05What are Jordan Aviation’s main hubs?

Its main hubs and focus cities are: Amman (AMM) – Main Base.

06What is the Jordan Aviation baggage allowance?

Cabin baggage of up to 7 kg and usually one checked bag of up to 23 kg.

07Does Jordan Aviation offer online check-in?

No. Check in at the airport at least two hours before departure.

08Are Jordan Aviation tickets refundable?

Generally no, but flights can be rescheduled for a fee, subject to availability.

09Is Jordan Aviation a scheduled airline?

It mainly flies charter and holiday flights from Amman, and it also leases aircraft to other airlines.

10Where does Jordan Aviation fly?

Popular routes link Amman with Sharm El Sheikh, Istanbul, Cairo, Tbilisi, Antalya, Trabzon and Batumi, many of them seasonal.

11Can I take a power bank on Jordan Aviation?

On Jordan Aviation you can carry up to two power banks in cabin baggage (up to 100 Wh without approval, 100–160 Wh with approval), but you cannot charge them, or charge devices from them, during the flight. They are never allowed in checked bags.

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