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Aqaba, Jordan – Jordan Flag

Current Date And Time In Aqaba, Jordan

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
01:08:22 EEST
Capital: Aqaba
Currency: Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 203,000
Area: 6,900.00 km²
State Code: AQ

✈️ Aqaba, Jordan - Travel Information


Plan your trip to Aqaba, Jordan using verified regional travel data — plug socket types, voltage and frequency ratings, local emergency numbers, road traffic direction, country calling code and internet domain. A ready-to-use reference for field teams, travel planners, device shippers, remote workers and regional managers handling on-ground operations in Aqaba.

Why It Matters: Arriving in Aqaba with the wrong plug adapter can damage your devices beyond repair. Dialling the wrong emergency number wastes critical response time. Driving on the wrong side of the road is a direct safety hazard. This verified regional data helps you prepare fully before reaching Aqaba — so every trip, deployment or shipment runs without a hitch.

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🚗 Driving & General Info

Vehicles in Jordan, which includes Aqaba, follow Right-hand traffic — check road rules for Jordan before hiring a car, planning a road trip or deploying a commercial vehicle fleet in the region. This section also covers Jordan's time zone +02:00, country calling code +962 (exit prefix 00) and country internet domain .JO. Key reference for travel coordinators, fleet managers, delivery planners and field staff running ground operations in Aqaba.

AttributeValue
🚗 Driving Side➡️ Right side of road
⏰ Time Zone(s)+02:00
📞 Country Calling Code+962
☎️ International Exit Prefix00
🌐 Internet Domain.JO

🚨 Emergency Numbers

Active emergency contact numbers for Jordan — police 911, ambulance 911, fire brigade 911, general emergency 911. Store these in your phone before you reach Aqaba. In a real crisis, calling the wrong number delays help by critical minutes. These contacts are relied upon by corporate travel coordinators, health and safety officers, on-ground field staff and expat support teams as part of pre-deployment safety planning and duty-of-care procedures in Aqaba.

🚔
Police
911
🚑
Ambulance
911
🚒
Fire
911
📞
General
911

📊 Jordan At A Glance

Key United Nations development indicators for Jordan — a fast read on healthcare quality, education level and economic strength of the country you are visiting.

🌟
HDI Score
0.720
High
👤
Life Expectancy
78.0
years
📚
Literacy Rate
94.4%
adults 15+
💰
GDP Per Capita
$4,618
USD / year
💼
Unemployment
16.5%
of labour force

📊 Source: UNDP / World Bank country indicators. See the full Jordan development profile.

✈️ Nearest Airports

Airports closest to Aqaba for flight planning and ground transport arrangements.

Nearest to Aqaba
International Airport • AQJ
King Hussein International Airport
Aqaba, JO
9
km away

📍 "Nearest to Aqaba" is measured from the state's approximate geographic center, not any specific city — for the exact airport nearest a particular town, check that city's own page; the Aqaba entry above is measured from the capital's exact coordinates.

✈️ How Far Is Aqaba From Major World Cities?

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Aqaba to the world's major travel hubs, with an estimated non-stop flight time for each route. Sorted nearest first — a quick reference for comparing route options, layover planning and rough journey budgeting before checking live fares.

CityDistance (km)Distance (mi)Est. Flight Time
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)2,055 km1,277 mi~ 3h 10m
Paris (France)3,496 km2,172 mi~ 4h 52m
London (United Kingdom)3,785 km2,352 mi~ 5h 12m
Singapore (Singapore)7,892 km4,904 mi~ 10h 02m
Tokyo (Japan)9,313 km5,787 mi~ 11h 42m
New York (United States)9,327 km5,795 mi~ 11h 43m
Toronto (Canada)9,495 km5,900 mi~ 11h 55m
Los Angeles (United States)12,407 km7,709 mi~ 15h 21m
Sydney (Australia)14,057 km8,735 mi~ 17h 17m
Auckland (New Zealand)16,212 km10,074 mi~ 19h 49m

✈ Flight times are estimates for a direct flight at typical cruise speed (~850 km/h) plus taxi and climb time; actual schedules, winds and routings will vary. Distances use Aqaba's approximate geographic centre.

⏰ Local Time Offset & DST Status

Operating schedule alignment for Aqaba, Jordan is set to Eastern European Summer Time (EEST) with a current offset of UTC +03:00. Running digital systems, booking flights or arranging conference calls with regional partners in Aqaba requires syncing with local business hours to avoid logistics scheduling mismatches.

Standard ParameterCurrent Status
⏰ Active Time ZoneEastern European Summer Time (EEST)
⏱️ Active UTC OffsetUTC +03:00
📅 DST Observing StatusActive (Daylight Saving Time In Effect)
📅 DST Transition DatesObserved from February 26 (00:00) to October 30 (01:00).
🕒 Current Local Time1:08 AM on Wednesday, August 12, 2026

🌍 Time Difference From Aqaba to Major World Cities

It is currently 1:08 AM on Wednesday in Aqaba. The table below shows the live local time in the world's key business and travel hubs, and how far each one runs ahead of or behind Aqaba right now (daylight saving time is already included). Use it to plan international calls, meeting schedules and flight arrivals without time-zone mistakes.

CityCurrent Local TimeCompared To Aqaba
New York (United States)Tue, 6:08 PM7h behind
Los Angeles (United States)Tue, 3:08 PM10h behind
Toronto (Canada)Tue, 6:08 PM7h behind
London (United Kingdom)Tue, 11:08 PM2h behind
Paris (France)Wed, 12:08 AM1h behind
Dubai (United Arab Emirates)Wed, 2:08 AM1h ahead
Singapore (Singapore)Wed, 6:08 AM5h ahead
Tokyo (Japan)Wed, 7:08 AM6h ahead
Sydney (Australia)Wed, 8:08 AM7h ahead
Auckland (New Zealand)Wed, 10:08 AM9h ahead

ℹ Differences are calculated live from the IANA time-zone database, so active daylight saving periods in either location are automatically reflected.

💱 Money In Aqaba — Quick Exchange Reference

The local currency in Aqaba is the Jordanian dinar (JOD), written as د.ا. The reference values below show roughly what one unit of each major world currency converts to — handy for a quick mental benchmark when checking prices, tipping or withdrawing cash on arrival.

$ 1 US Dollar
د.ا 0.7090
JOD
€ 1 Euro
د.ا 0.8183
JOD
£ 1 British Pound
د.ا 0.9577
JOD
A$ 1 Australian Dollar
د.ا 0.5007
JOD
C$ 1 Canadian Dollar
د.ا 0.5092
JOD

💰 Indicative mid-market cross-rates, last refreshed August 12, 2026. See the full currency profile & live rates before exchanging money.

🗣️ Languages Spoken In Aqaba

Knowing which languages are used in Aqaba helps with signage, transport bookings, hiring local guides and emergency communication. English proficiency varies by region — learning a few greetings in the local language always earns goodwill.

Official language(s):
Arabic

🗣 Explore the complete language profile including regional languages and speaker statistics.

🗺️ Adjacent States Proximity Directory

Aerial distance, direction bearings and direct links to travel standards guides for neighbor states and regions closest to Aqaba. Used by logistics coordinators, supply chain managers and on-ground operational teams to plan interstate routing, cross-border deliveries and transport corridors.

Neighbor RegionDistance (mi)Distance (km)HeadingDirection
Ma’an (Jordan)63 mi101 kmNE
⬆️
Southern District (Israel)90 mi144 kmNorth (N)
⬆️
South Sinai (Egypt)92 mi148 kmWSW
⬆️
Tafielah (Jordan)97 mi156 kmNNE
⬆️
North Sinai (Egypt)98 mi158 kmWNW
⬆️

🏛️ 7 Wonders Of The World — Distance From Aqaba

The closest of the New 7 Wonders to Aqaba is the Petra (Jordan), about 98 km away. Straight-line distances from Aqaba to all seven wonders, nearest first — a fun bucket-list planner with a full visiting guide for each monument.

WonderLocationDistance (km)Distance (mi)
PetraWadi Musa, Jordan98 km61 mi
ColosseumRome, Italy2,442 km1,517 mi
Taj MahalAgra, India4,196 km2,607 mi
Great Wall of ChinaBeijing (nearest major city), China7,226 km4,490 mi
Christ the RedeemerRio de Janeiro, Brazil10,190 km6,332 mi
Chichén ItzáPisté (nearest town), Mexico11,789 km7,326 mi
Machu PicchuAguas Calientes, Peru12,407 km7,709 mi

🏛 Click any wonder for its full visiting guide — entrance fees, best time to visit, how to get there and travel tips. Or browse all 7 Wonders of the World.

🏙️ Major Travel Hubs & Cities

The top 5 largest municipalities and urban transit hubs in Aqaba by population. Listed with precise coordinates and population parameters. Direct links point to city directories containing localized map, geographic coordinates and neighborhood reference datasets.

City / Transit HubTotal PopulationLatitudeLongitude
Aqaba95,04829.5267° N35.0078° E
Tala Bay2,00029.4084° N34.9792° E
Ad Disah29.6528° N35.5112° E
Ar Rishah30.2244° N35.2167° E
al-'Aqabah32.3368° N35.4172° E

⚡ Electrical Standards

Power supply in Aqaba, Jordan runs at 230V / 50Hz using Type C/F/G socket. Always check your device's input rating before plugging in — connecting a 110V appliance to a 220–240V outlet will permanently burn it out. Carry the right plug adapter for Aqaba and a voltage converter if needed. Essential pre-arrival check for gadget travellers, hardware shippers, remote workers and field engineers setting up equipment in Aqaba.

StandardDetail
⚡ Voltage230 V
🔄 Frequency50 Hz
🔌 Plug Types
CType C: Two round pins (Europlug)
FType F: Two round pins + grounding clips (Schuko)
GType G: Three rectangular pins
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✈️ Complete Travel Intelligence Guide for Aqaba, Jordan

⚡ Electrical Infrastructure Compatibility

Before plugging in personal devices or shipping electronics to Aqaba, confirm the local voltage and power plug standard on our Jordan travel standards guide. Using the wrong voltage can instantly destroy your hardware, leading to costly and time-consuming replacements. Always carry a reliable multi-region adapter and a compatible voltage converter if your gear doesn't match local specs. Aligning your equipment with the power supply in Aqaba protects your assets from damage and keeps your projects moving.

🚨 Regional Emergency Contact Procedures

Keep the local police, ambulance and fire brigade contact numbers for Jordan saved in your phone before your arrival in Aqaba from our Jordan emergency directory. Emergency services need the correct local line to provide help without delay, as using the wrong number wastes precious time. Business travelers, expats and on-ground field staff should ensure their team has these vital emergency details accessible on the Aqaba profile overview to support safety protocols and incident management.

🚗 Road Safety, Driving Laws & Vehicle Protocols

Road traffic in Aqaba operates under Jordan's national road rules, including designated driving sides, speed restrictions and local sign systems. Arriving from a region with opposite traffic patterns requires immediate adjustment. If you are hiring a vehicle, overseeing commercial fleets or coordinating last-mile logistics in Aqaba, you must review local driving laws to ensure your team remains compliant and safe, reducing accident risks by planning routing across neighboring regions of Aqaba.

✈️ Getting to and Around Aqaba

Reaching Aqaba and moving within it requires knowing the local transport links — road access, rail connections and nearby airports all affect arrival time, freight schedules and last-mile delivery windows. Explore the Aqaba interactive map for precise geographical boundaries and routing. Planning transit routes through Aqaba's major cities in advance helps avoid delays and keeps commercial shipments and personal travel on schedule.

📞 Staying Connected in Aqaba

Reliable communication in Aqaba starts with knowing the correct dialing format and checking local SIM card availability. The country calling code +962 is required for all inbound calls — read the Jordan calling code guide. Data roaming rates vary by carrier — checking local telecom options on the main Jordan directory before arrival ensures remote staff stay reachable for real-time coordination.

💼 Running Business Operations in Aqaba

Setting up operations in Aqaba means aligning your systems with the region's official time zone configurations, international dialing format and internet domain extensions like .Jordan's official TLD. Supply chain platforms, dispatch tools, CRM software and communication systems all rely on correct regional settings. Configuring these before deploying teams or launching a regional hub in Aqaba prevents scheduling errors, routing failures and miscommunication.

📋 How to Use This Travel Intelligence Page

⚡ Before You Travel:Find the plug type and voltage for Aqaba on our Jordan travel standards directory — order the right adapter before you leave. Store emergency numbers on your phone now. If you plan to drive, hire a car or run a vehicle fleet in Aqaba, check road traffic direction in advance.
📊 Market Research Use:Use Aqaba's time zone, calling code and currency and exchange rates page to assess regional market fit, support location intelligence and back strategic decisions on commerce and regional expansion on the state profile overview.
🌍 Operational Planning:Operations teams use the country calling code, time zone and internet domain details from this page to configure VoIP systems, scheduling tools and delivery platforms for reliable cross-border performance in Aqaba.

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