Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Wadi Rum travel guide

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You're Going to Love Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum is a must-see destination in Aqaba, Jordan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wadi Rum to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Wadi Rum

Wadi Rum in June
Estimated hotel price
€53
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wadi Rum in June
Estimated hotel price
€53
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wadi Rum

Plane

Although Wadi Rum doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aqaba King Hussein Intl (AQJ), which is located 24 miles from Wadi Rum. The shortest flight to Wadi Rum from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 22h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Wadi Rum is to pick up a car hire from Amman, which is about 168 miles from Wadi Rum. You’ll find branches of Avis and Arena Rent a Car, among others, in Amman.

Plane

Although Wadi Rum doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aqaba King Hussein Intl (AQJ), which is located 24 miles from Wadi Rum. The shortest flight to Wadi Rum from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 22h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Wadi Rum is to pick up a car hire from Amman, which is about 168 miles from Wadi Rum. You’ll find branches of Avis and Arena Rent a Car, among others, in Amman.

Airports near Wadi Rum

AQJAqaba King Hussein Intl

Airlines serving Wadi Rum

Turkish Airlines
Good (4,256 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (456 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,465 reviews)

Where to stay in Wadi Rum

Average rates range from around €74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €58 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wadi Rum

Hiring a car in Wadi Rum

Expect to pay €1.30 per litre in Wadi Rum (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.56 and €20.74.

Expect to pay €1.30 per litre in Wadi Rum (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €15.56 and €20.74.