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Flying From Amman

Amman is the capital city of Jordan, and it has a population of over 2.8 million. Serving this large population is the Queen Alia International Airport, located about 20 miles from the city center, and the Amman City Airport in East Amman. Cheap flights from Amman can be found using Orbitz.com, and international flights will likely depart from the Queen Alia Airport. The smaller Amman City Airport only handles military and domestic flights, with some routes available to nearby countries. Some of the air carriers operating out of the Queen Alia Airport include British Airways, Lufthansa, Royal Jordanian and Austrian Airlines.

Parking at Queen Alia International Airport

Parking is available at the airport on both a short-term and long-term basis. The long-term car park is a guarded area off the access road, with space for 680 vehicles. Transportation is provided from the lot to the terminal by shuttle van every 10 minutes. There are four short-term parks available near the terminals.

Transportation to Queen Alia International Airport

Transportation to the airport is provided by taxi service or public bus service. The taxis are metered, with costs of around $28 for the approximately 25-minute ride from the city to the airport. The buses are considerably less costly, with fares of around $2 for the 35-minute ride from city center.

A Meal Before Leaving

For those looking to have a meal before leaving on one of the available cheap flights from Amman, 32 North at the Grand Hyatt Amman serves a delicious breakfast buffet featuring omelets and waffles. For a more traditional meal, Diwan Shahrayar in the Le Royal Hotel Amman offers several traditional Arabic favorites.

Flights to Riyadh

Riyadh offers a vacation paradise and the best in modern business amenities for travelers. Orbitz.com can help you find options for flights to Riyadh to match any budget. Flights into the City arrive at the King Khalid Airport in Riyadh, located approximately 20 miles from the city center. The airport offers travel to major international locations, including parts of Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Major airlines serving this location include Alitalia, Air France and Air India.

Getting Around in the City

Taxi service provides the most reliable source of travel through the city of Riyadh. Taxis may operate for metered or negotiated rates. Drivers in the city often haggle with customers, especially on longer trips such as the ride from the airport, and patrons can expect to pay $15 or more for airport-to-city service. Buses run on half-hour schedules between the city and airport, and travelers typically pay less than $1 each way for this service. Few express options are available, however, and bus travel may take from 30 minutes to an hour, which is up to twice as long as taxi travel.

Weather in Riyadh

The arid climate of Riyadh offers cool winters with lows regularly reaching 32 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures in excess of 100 degrees. Travelers in the winter months should pack a heavy coat and expect cold winds to blow through the city streets. Summer travelers should dress in light fabrics that will keep them cool in the windy climate. Rain primarily falls in the months of March and April.

Attractions and Activities

Visitors to Riyadh often come to experience the nightlife of the city or explore its cultural heritage. Many important Muslim sites, including the Great Mosque and Kingdom Centre, highlight the city's history. Travelers are likely to enjoy trips into the desert with local guides, as well as the excellent golf courses available throughout Riyadh. Let Orbitz.com provide planner services along with your flights to Riyadh when you book business or personal travel.