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Taxi, bus and car rental are among the transportation options in Amman, the capital city of Jordan, to reach Queen Alia Airport. Queen Alia Airport also has ample parking spaces for those who want to travel by their car.

Taxi

You can arrive at Queen Alia Airport fast, comfortably and safely from the city center by taking the advantage of taxis. You can call a taxi, which is equipped with the latest technology, from anywhere in the city and take a taxi to catch your flight.

Bus

It is both more affordable and easier to get to Queen Alia Airport by taking the city buses in Amman. It is possible to catch your plane that is to take off from the airport by taking the city bus from wherever you are in the city. Please remember to set off at least two hours before your flight departure time.

Rent a car

You can make an enjoyable journey to Queen Alia Airport by taking the advantage of the cars you can rent from the car rental offices in the city. If you want, you can drive the car yourself or you can also rent it with a driver to get to the airport.

Airport Information

Located 30 kilometers from the city center of Amman -the capital city of Jordan, Queen Alia Airport is one of the major airports that serves in the international and civilian category in the country. Queen Alia Airport, which has a total of three terminal buildings used for domestic and international flights, also offers a large number of services to its passengers within terminal buildings.

In addition to lost property office, bank ATMs, baby care room, pharmacy, meditation (praying) room, health care center and lounges, Queen Alia Airport also has a section that offers the services of Four Seasons Hotel, Intercontinental Hotel, Amman Airport Hotel and Tikram Hotel.

Wireless internet connection is available in the Arrival and Departure halls for the convenience of passengers and there are also various places for eating, drinking, and shopping. Grab & Go, Grab & Fly Cafe, Blue Fig, World News Cafe, Shawarma Rama, Jareer, Brasserie & Bar, Catalina Cafe & Bar, Crumz, Popeyes, Mc Donald’s, Kalha, Starbucks, Freeze Creamery Ice Cream and Zalatimo are among the eating and drinking places. Snax, Nuts & More, WH Smith, Duty Free Shop and Aldeasa are some of the places you can do shopping at the airport.

In Entebbe, there is a heavy traffic in general. Although traffic flow is comfortable late at night and early in the morning, traffic during the day is rather heavy. Besides, the drivers in the city don't follow traffic rules. For this reason, renting a car may sometimes be troublesome for those who are not so familiar with Entebbe traffic. However, it is possible to find the offices of many car rental companies in the city center. Considering the heavy traffic, you can prefer motorbike to the car if you are experienced at riding a motorbike. However, you should bear in mind that the most injury cases in Uganda are caused by motorbike accidents. If you are going to ride a motorcycle, at least you should wear your helmet. If possible, it would be a good idea to wear special protective clothing (such as jackets, knee pads).

Public transportation in Entebbe may sometimes be very challenging. Especially the careless and dangerous driving of the drivers as well as the old and neglected cars may be frightening for tourists. Means of public transport in the city are the minibuses, which are especially preferred at short distances, and the buses. These vehicles, which are extremely low in price, cover even the shortest distances at a longer time than they should due to the extremely crowded and heavy traffic. Motorcycle taxis called Boda Boda are the most preferred means of transportation in Entebbe.

The fact that motorbikes are smaller and have more agility compared to cars come with great advantages in heavy and complicated traffic. However, you should always remember to take the necessary precautions for your safety. Besides Boda Boda, the motorcycle taxis, you can also find normal taxis easily in the city center.

Taxis in Entebbe generally don't have fixed stands and a legal status. So anyone may serve his/her car as a taxi if you ask, or they may sometimes offer to pick you up. Taxi service in the city is not very reliable because there are not any regulations for taxis here. None of the taxis has a taximeter; even when they have, the taximeters are mostly broken. For this reason, it is absolutely necessary to negotiate and agree with the driver in advance about the destination and taxi fare. Generally speaking, you shouldn't hesitate to bargain because the taxi fares are very high, especially if you are a tourist.

If you want to take a taxi, always try to prefer a taxi that your hotel or, if possible, someone you know recommends you take. Entebbe International Airport serves not only Entebbe city but also many other surrounding cities. Transportation from these cities to Entebbe International Airport is mostly provided through Kampala. It is very easy to reach Entebbe International Airport from Kampala by small minibuses. These minibuses depart every 30 minutes or hourly depending on the density. Ticket only costs 3000 UGX, it means 1 dollar. However, the tourists may sometimes be charged twice a ticket price. The journey takes about one hour. If the traffic is not heavy, the journey time is much shorter.

You can also get to the city center from Entebbe International Airport in a very short time. Taxi is the most preferred transportation option from the airport to Entebbe city center, which is very close to the airport. You can also reach the city center by renting a car at the airport. Another alternative is the shuttle-like transfer vehicles run by Uganda Airport Transfers Company.

Taxi

You can easily find a taxi in front of the airport exit. If possible, try to take a taxi you are recommended or ask your hotel to arrange a taxi for you. As there is no taximeter in the taxis in Entebbe, remember to bargain with the driver about the taxi fare in advance. Don't pay the taxi fare in advance.

Rent a car

You can find the car rental offices of Hertz and Europcar at the airport. You also save time by renting your car online in advance. Please remember that you must have an international driver's license to rent a car. If you want to take advantage of this option, you should bear in mind that Entebbe traffic is generally quite dense and complicated. In addition renting a car, you can also rent a motorbike, which is a very common option in Entebbe.

If you want, you can also rent a car with a driver as well. Unlike the standard airport shuttle services, Uganda Airport Transfers, which is a private company, provides transfer services with various vehicles. Transfer vehicles vary from standard 3-person cars to 25-person buses. Each vehicle takes a luggage per seat. Another different service provided by this company is that it offers "door-to-door" service rather than traveling on a specific route. In addition, you can also benefit from the taxi services provided by this company.

Hotel Shuttle Services

A limited number of hotels offer airport shuttle services since Entebbe International Airport and the city center are very close to each other. However, even if your hotel doesn't provide shuttle service, they can arrange an option to pick you up at the airport upon your request.