Exterior of Queen Alia International Airport terminal building at dusk with aircraft on the apron

Queen Alia International Airport

AMM

Regional hub for Royal Jordanian serving around 8 million passengers annually

2 Terminals
8.3 million passengers/year
Security wait: 15–45 minutes
FastTrack: Under 5 minutes
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What Is FastTrack Security?

FastTrack Security is a dedicated, pre-bookable security lane available at participating airports worldwide. It allows all passengers — regardless of airline or ticket class — to bypass the standard security queue and pass through a separate, less crowded checkpoint.

By booking FastTrack in advance, you secure a spot in a priority lane that typically has significantly shorter wait times than the regular queue. This means less time standing in line and more time enjoying the terminal, shopping, or simply relaxing before your flight.

FastTrack Security is available to everyone — families, solo travellers, business passengers, and leisure flyers alike. There are no membership requirements or loyalty programme tiers needed to access the service.

What FastTrack Is Not

  • Not airport lounge access — FastTrack only covers the security screening process
  • Not priority boarding — your boarding process remains as per your airline's policy
  • Not immigration fast-track — passport control and border checks are separate from security screening

Airport Overview

Airport NameQueen Alia International Airport
IATA CodeAMM
CityAmman
CountryJordan
Terminals2
Annual Passengers8.3 million
TimezoneAsia/Amman
AddressQueen Alia International Airport, Al-Juwaida, Amman 11941, Jordan

About Queen Alia International Airport

Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) is the main international gateway for Jordan and the primary hub for Royal Jordanian. The airport lies approximately 14 km south of Amman's city centre and handles a mix of scheduled, charter and transit traffic across Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.

Passenger operations run through a single modern passenger terminal with two airside concourses (Concourse A and Concourse B) connected to a central check-in and arrivals hall. Ground transport options include the airport express bus to Amman, licensed airport taxis, ride-hailing services and hotel shuttle arrangements. Road transfer time to Amman is typically 25–40 minutes depending on traffic.

Security Information

Departing passengers use the central check-in hall before proceeding through security screening located on the departures level. Standard screening includes X-ray of carry-on baggage, metal detectors and random hand searches. Liquids are restricted to 100 ml containers in a clear resealable bag. Boarding pass and passport must be presented at security and again at the gate. Domestic-style short connections are uncommon; most transit passengers remain airside and follow transfer signage.

Security staff operate priority lanes for premium cabin passengers and members of certain airline status programmes; Fast Track lanes reduce contact points and bypass the longest queueing areas. Additional checks may be performed for flights to destinations with heightened security requirements.

Terminal Guide

Main Terminal (Departures)

departuressecurity
Entrance: After check-in and baggage drop in the central hall follow signs for Departures > Security > Fast Track. Priority lane is located to the right of the main security queue near Gate Zones B1–B6.
Hours: 00:00 – 23:59 (Operational 24/7; individual shifts may close FastTrack lane during low-traffic overnight hours.)
Royal JordanianBritish AirwaysLufthansaAir FranceTurkish AirlinesEmiratesEgyptAirQatar Airways
FastTrack Available

Arrivals & Immigration Hall

Arrivals
arrivalsimmigration
Entrance: Arrivals passport control is reached after baggage claim; look for signs to Immigration. There is no general FastTrack lane for passport control, but some airlines and diplomatic delegations may have separate processing.
Hours: 00:00 – 23:59 (Immigration operates according to flight schedule.)
Royal JordanianBritish AirwaysLufthansaAir FranceTurkish AirlinesEmiratesEgyptAirQatar Airways
FastTrack not available at this terminal
How to use your passQR code at entrance / on-screen confirmation

Accessibility

All public areas on the departures level are step-free with elevators to concourses; assistance available on request from airline desks.

Good to know

FastTrack is available to premium cabin passengers, eligible status holders and customers with valid FastTrack vouchers. During peak periods staff may open additional priority lanes to manage flow.

How It Works

1

Book and receive voucher

Purchase a FastTrack pass and receive a voucher or QR code by email or mobile app.

2

Check in with your airline

Complete check-in and baggage drop as normal at the airline counter; FastTrack does not replace check-in.

3

Present voucher at FastTrack entrance

At the departures security entrance present your QR code/voucher, boarding pass and passport to staff and proceed through the priority lane.

4

Proceed to gate

After security, follow the concourse signage to your departure gate and be at the gate for boarding as required by your airline.

What's Included

Included

  • Access to priority departures security lane at AMM
  • One-time entry per voucher
  • Assistance from FastTrack staff at the security entrance

Not Included

  • Airline check-in or hold-baggage drop
  • Immigration or arrival passport control priority
  • Lounge entry, boarding priority or gate-side assistance
  • FastTrack during airline- or airport-initiated closures

Required Documents

  • Valid passport or national ID
  • Same-day boarding pass (mobile or printed)
  • FastTrack QR code or printed voucher

Restrictions

  • Not valid for flights departing from non-passenger or cargo areas
  • Not valid for groups over airport-specified size without prior arrangement
  • Not valid where security requirements mandate secondary screening
  • Not valid for arriving passengers seeking immigration priority

Hours & Booking Rules

TerminalOpensClosesExceptions
Main Terminal (Departures)00:0023:59Operational 24/7; individual shifts may close FastTrack lane during low-traffic overnight hours.
Arrivals & Immigration Hall00:0023:59Immigration operates according to flight schedule.

Booking Rules

FastTrack grants priority access to the departures security lane only. A valid same-day boarding pass for a departing flight from AMM and a passport or national ID must be presented. FastTrack does not include check-in, baggage drop, lounge access, or immigration priority on arrival. The operator may refuse access for passenger groups deemed too large or for passengers requiring special screening.

Lead Times

  • Minimum booking: 0 hours before travel
  • Recommended: 2 hours before travel

Refund Policy

Non-Refundable

Refunds considered only if FastTrack lane is closed by airport staff or in case of documented service failure; terms vary and require request within 14 days with supporting evidence.

Is FastTrack Worth It at Queen Alia International Airport?

FastTrack at AMM is valuable for travellers who want to reduce the time spent in the departures hall and account for variable traffic into the airport. Priority lanes are especially helpful during peak periods such as early-morning departures, Sundays and the start of major holiday seasons.

Local tip: give yourself at least 90 minutes for international flights during weekday morning rush hours and use the FastTrack lane if you are on a tight connection — the drive from central Amman can add 20–40 minutes to your journey depending on time of day.

Average Wait Times

Standard Security15–45 minutes
FastTrack SecurityUnder 5 minutes

Who benefits from FastTrack at AMM

Royal Jordanian & business flyers

Frequent flyers and business travellers connecting through AMM save time in the departures hall and reduce stress during morning peaks.

Families travelling from Amman

Families with young children benefit from shorter waits at security and fewer lines when managing pushchairs and carry-on items.

Short-connection transit passengers

Passengers with tight connections reduce the risk of missing onward flights by using the priority lane after ground checks.

Travel Tips

Plan for Amman traffic to Queen Alia

Allow at least 60 minutes from central Amman during weekday peak hours. Taxis and ride-hailing are available at the arrivals forecourt; ask drivers to use the airport expressway to avoid inner-city congestion when possible.

Know Royal Jordanian check-in zones

Royal Jordanian typically operates from the central check-in rows; confirm your row at the airline desk to avoid unnecessary walking before security.

Connections through Concourse B

If your incoming and outgoing flights use different concourses, follow transfer signage early and use FastTrack to speed through security if you must re-clear.

Use the airport express bus for budget transfers

The airport express coach links AMM to Amman and is a reliable low-cost option; check timetables and allow extra time for drop-off at central stations.

Pricing

From £5.99 per person

FastTrack vs Standard Security

FeatureFastTrackStandard
Security lane accessYesNo
Baggage dropNoYes
Immigration/arrival priorityNoNo
Priority at boarding gateNoNo

Common Mistakes at Queen Alia International Airport

  1. Underestimating road traffic from Amman — allowing only 30 minutes for the transfer from the city centre on a weekday morning.
  2. Heading to the wrong concourse — some airlines operate exclusively from Concourse A or B; check your gate area before queuing.
  3. Assuming FastTrack covers baggage drop — FastTrack speeds up security screening but does not include check-in or hold-baggage drop services.
  4. Bringing liquids over 100 ml in hand luggage and then queuing again after a secondary inspection.
  5. Forgetting visa or entry requirements for destination countries and assuming airport staff will advise on visa eligibility.

What If...?

  • FastTrack lanes may be temporarily closed during heightened security alerts or when staffing is limited.
  • Groups larger than four may not be admitted through the FastTrack lane as a single party; staff reserve the right to direct group flow.
  • Transit passengers arriving from certain countries may still be directed to additional document checks even if they hold FastTrack access.
  • Priority lanes do not bypass airline document checks at the gate; irregularities with boarding passes or visas will still require normal processing.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Written by FastTrack Editorial Team · Source: Queen Alia International Airport official website

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