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 October
Estimated hotel price
€28
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wadi Rum in October
Estimated hotel price
€28
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 39 km from Wadi Rum. The shortest flight to Wadi Rum from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 31h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Wadi Rum is to pick up a car hire from Amman, which is about 270 km from Wadi Rum. You’ll find branches of Right Cars 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 39 km from Wadi Rum. The shortest flight to Wadi Rum from Ireland departs from Dublin and takes around 31h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Wadi Rum is to pick up a car hire from Amman, which is about 270 km from Wadi Rum. You’ll find branches of Right Cars and Arena Rent a Car, among others, in Amman.

Airports near Wadi Rum

AQJAqaba King Hussein Intl

Airlines serving Wadi Rum

Turkish Airlines
Good (4,099 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,681 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (226 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (442 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,052 reviews)

Where to stay in Wadi Rum

Average rates range from around €65 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to €54 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 €15.54 and €20.72.

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 €15.54 and €20.72.