Royal Jordanian

Q: What are Royal Jordanian's airline codes?

Royal Jordanian's IATA code is RJ , its ICAO code is RJA , and its callsign is JORDANIAN .

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Royal Jordanian is the national airline of Jordan and a oneworld member, based at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman. This guide covers its hub, network, fleet, cabins, baggage, check-in, Royal Club and airport transportation.

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Aircraft: 60
Destinations: AMM
Hub: oneworld
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The airline

About Royal Jordanian

Schedules, aircraft assignments, terminals and fare rules can change. Confirm operational details directly with Royal Jordanian before travel.

Official name: Alia – The Royal Jordanian Airlines Company
Callsign: JORDANIAN
Country: Jordan
Founded: 1963 (as Alia)
Head office: Amman, Jordan
Alliance: oneworld (member since 2007)
Frequent-flyer program: Royal Club
Official website: rj.com

Royal Jordanian (Royal Jordanian Airlines) is the national airline of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. It was founded on 9 December 1963 as Alia, began flying later that month, and is headquartered in Amman. Its registered company name is Alia – The Royal Jordanian Airlines Company. Royal Jordanian has been a member of the oneworld alliance since April 2007.

Its hub is Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) in Amman, and it also flies from King Hussein International Airport in Aqaba. From Amman it serves around 60 destinations in the Middle East, Europe, North Africa, Asia and North America, including New York, Chicago, Detroit, Washington, Dallas-Fort Worth and Montreal, with many itineraries connecting through Amman.

The fleet of about 35 aircraft (January 2026 data) combines Airbus A320neo family and Embraer E2 jets on regional routes with Boeing 787 Dreamliners on long-haul flights.

Network

Where Royal Jordanian flies

Routes and frequencies change with the season, and some routes operate in summer only. Some flights sold with an RJ flight number are operated by oneworld or codeshare partners; check the "operated by" line when you book.

Middle East and the Gulf

Frequent flights from Amman to Cairo, Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Jeddah, Riyadh and other cities in the region, plus domestic flights to Aqaba.

Europe

Flights to London Heathrow, Paris, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Rome, Athens, Istanbul and other European cities, with more routes added in summer.

North America

Boeing 787 service from Amman to New York JFK, Detroit, Washington Dulles, Dallas-Fort Worth and Montreal, and to Chicago on a seasonal schedule.

Asia

Long-haul flights to Bangkok and Mumbai.

Aircraft

Royal Jordanian fleet

Royal Jordanian flies a mixed Airbus, Boeing and Embraer fleet of about 35 aircraft (January 2026 data), with new aircraft joining during 2026. The aircraft shown at booking is not guaranteed until departure.

Boeing 787 Dreamliner

The 787-8 and the newer 787-9 operate long-haul routes to North America, Asia and selected European cities such as London.

Airbus A320 family

A320neo, A321neo and older A320 and A321 aircraft fly regional and medium-haul routes across the Middle East, Europe and North Africa.

Embraer E2

Embraer 190-E2 and 195-E2 jets operate shorter regional routes and some European flights.

On board

Royal Jordanian cabin classes

Cabins depend on the aircraft and route. Check the seat map and fare conditions before you buy.

Crown Class

Royal Jordanian's business cabin. On the 787-9, Crown Class has 32 seats in a 1-2-1 layout; the 787-8 has a 2-2-2 layout, and narrow-body aircraft have a smaller business cabin at the front.

Economy Class

The standard cabin. Baggage, seat selection and change conditions depend on the fare you choose.

Before you fly

Practical information

Baggage Cabin bags, checked bags, missing luggage

Royal Jordanian baggage allowances depend on the fare, cabin, route and Royal Club or oneworld status.

Carry-on

Each passenger can bring cabin baggage within the size and weight limits for the cabin booked. The allowance depends on fare and cabin and is shown during booking.

Checked baggage

The checked allowance depends on fare, cabin and route, and is shown on your booking and e-ticket. Routes to and from North America have their own allowances.

Special items

Sports equipment, pets, oversized items and medical equipment follow separate rules. Check the official Royal Jordanian baggage information before you fly.

Check-in and boarding Steps before departure

Online check-in is available on rj.com and in the Royal Jordanian app. Follow the check-in and bag-drop deadlines shown in your booking, which vary by airport and route.

1 Confirm
Confirm the operating airline, airport and terminal.
2 Documents
Review passport, visa and entry requirements for your destination and any transit point.
3 Check in
Check in online or in the app as soon as it opens.
4 Boarding pass
Download the mobile boarding pass or print it.
5 Arrive early
Allow time for bag drop, security and immigration, especially on flights to North America and when connecting in Amman.

Lounges

Royal Jordanian operates the Crown Lounge at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman. Access depends on cabin, Royal Club or oneworld status, and the itinerary. Check the location and opening hours before you travel.

Loyalty program

Royal Club is Royal Jordanian's loyalty program. Members earn points on Royal Jordanian, oneworld and partner flights, and with partner businesses, and redeem them for flights and upgrades. Program rules change, so check your account for the conditions that apply to your trip.

Flight status and customer service Official sources

For current operational information, use Royal Jordanian's official services:

Royal Jordanian website

rj.com for booking, check-in, trip management and flight status

Royal Jordanian app

Available for iOS and Android, with mobile boarding passes and trip management

Where you land

Royal Jordanian airports

Royal Jordanian's main base is Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), about 30 km south of Amman. Amman also has a smaller city airport, Amman Civil Airport (Marka), so check the airport on your ticket before you book a transfer.

Queen Alia International Airport Hub

AMM · Amman

Royal Jordanian's hub and the base for almost all of its network, connecting the Middle East with Europe, Asia and North America. Flights use the airport's single passenger terminal, where the airline's lounge is located.