Amman – European airline Ryanair announced on Wednesday an expanded winter flight schedule to Amman, offering over 300,000 seats to 18 destinations linking Jordan with 12 European countries, including Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain.
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Jordan’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Dr. Emad Hijazin, described the announcement—including 13 new destinations—as a significant achievement for Jordan’s aviation and tourism sectors. He emphasized that this expansion strengthens Jordan’s position as a regional hub for tourism and investment, supports the national economy, and creates new jobs along the tourism value chain.
The partnership between Jordan and Ryanair, which began in 2018, has evolved into a successful collaboration based on trust, flexibility, and a shared vision to develop tourism in the Kingdom.
Ryanair highlighted that the rapid return to full operations at Queen Alia International Airport reflects practical airport management and government policies supporting business, enhancing Jordan’s status as a key Middle Eastern tourist destination.
The airline also unveiled an ambitious investment plan for Jordan, aiming to increase annual seat capacity by 360% to three million seats, launch up to 50 direct routes between European cities and Jordan, operate flights to Amman’s Marka Airport, and ensure year-round service to Aqaba, positioning Jordan as a regional aviation hub.
Ryanair CEO Eddie Wilson confirmed the company’s commitment to Jordan, announcing full resumption of flights from October, under its largest winter schedule for Amman to date, with 84 weekly flights across 18 destinations in 12 European countries. The expansion is expected to boost visitor numbers, increase economic activity, and introduce millions of European travelers to Jordan’s cultural and historical heritage.
Dr. Abdulrazzaq Arabiyat, Director General of the Jordan Tourism Board, underscored Ryanair’s strategic role in promoting Jordan as a competitive and accessible destination for European tourists since 2018. He noted that joint marketing campaigns have attracted over one million European visitors, diversified tourism markets, and achieved record results in multiple seasons. These campaigns target a wide range of travelers, from cultural and adventure enthusiasts to families, with tailored messaging for each European market.
