Explore the latest Royal Jordanian (RJ) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026
IATA: RJoneworldFounded 1963HQ: Amman, Jordan
About Royal Jordanian
Explore the latest Royal Jordanian (RJ) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Royal Jordanian was founded on December 9, 1963. It is the national airline of Jordan. The company's head office is located in Amman, Jordan. The company's main hub is Amman-Queen Alia. The airline is also based in Aqaba-King Hussein. Royal Jordanian is a member of the Arab Air Carriers Organization and the global aviation alliance Oneworld. Royal Jordanian operates scheduled international flights on four continents. In total, the company serves 43 destinations. Royal Jordanian fleet consists of 25 planes.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Each Economy Class passenger is allowed one carry-on bag. Passengers in Crown Class (except those traveling on Embraer aircraft where the limit is one piece of carry-on baggage per all passengers) are allowed two pieces of carry-on baggage. Maximum dimensions for small bags/portfolios: 23 cm x 36 cm x 56 cm (depth x height x width). Maximum weight: 7 kg. Passengers are allowed 30 kg in Crown Class and 20 kg in Economy Class. Any baggage exceeding the check-in baggage allowance will be charged per kg.
A limited number of pets are allowed on each flight: 2 in the cabin and 4 in the hold. Small cats and dogs can travel in the economy class section of Royal Jordanian flights if the journey duration does not exceed 5 hours. To be accepted on board, the combined weight of your pet and carrier must not exceed 7 kg. For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must not exceed 50 cm x 40 cm x 26. For pets traveling as checked baggage, there are no restrictions on the size, but carriers over 250 cm are charged a fee for each additional 50 cm.
Infants are passengers under the age of 24 months. Infants do not have a separate seat and must sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. The cost of international flights is 10% of the regular adult fare. If one adult travels with two infants, a child ticket must be purchased for one of the infants.
Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends four hours before departure. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure.
Children ages 5-12 years old: accepted to travel from/to RJ gateways and points beyond, except when traveling to USA and Canada, where they are accepted to travel only to RJ gateways. Children ages 12-18: Only accepted on flights to/from USA or Canada. They are accepted to travel to points beyond RJ gateways, provided onward travel is on the same day connection and the minimum connecting time is three hours.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Royal Jordanian.
Can Royal Jordanian Crown passengers take two cabin bags on Embraer aircraft?
No. Crown normally permits two 7 kg pieces, but only one on Embraer aircraft. Economy permits one 7 kg piece. Each bag must not exceed 23×41×51 cm or 115 cm combined dimensions, including wheels, handles and pockets.
What personal item can I take in addition to a Royal Jordanian cabin bag?
One personal item up to 20×40×35 cm and 5 kg is allowed under the seat ahead. Listed mobility aids and infant items have separate exceptions.
When can I check in online with Royal Jordanian, and are any routes excluded?
Eligible flights open 24 to 4 hours before departure. The published exclusions include Amman departures to Jeddah, Madinah, London, Manchester, Washington, New York, Chicago, Detroit, Montreal and Toronto, and charter flights numbered 6000–6999.
Do Royal Jordanian check-in deadlines differ between Amman, Chicago and Algeria?
Yes. Amman counters close 45 minutes before departure, or 30 minutes for Aqaba. Chicago closes 80 minutes before departure; departures from Algeria close 75 minutes before departure. Allow the required airport arrival time as well.
Can I wait until boarding to request a Royal Jordanian bassinet?
Book early. Bassinet seats are offered on selected flights for infants under 9 months and are allocated on a first-come basis.
What seating is required for one adult with two infants on Royal Jordanian?
A maximum of two infants per adult is allowed. At least one additional full-fare seat must be purchased, and one infant must be able to sit upright in that seat or an approved car seat.
When should I request a Royal Jordanian special meal, and is it allergen-free?
Request it through Manage Your Booking at least 24 hours before departure. Royal Jordanian cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment or meals without traces or cross-contact.
Can a Royal Jordanian unaccompanied minor use the Amman City Terminal?
No. The published procedure requires forms and the delivering and collecting adults’ details at an RJ office before ticket issuance. Unaccompanied minors must check in at Queen Alia International Airport rather than the Amman City Terminal.
Can a 12–14-year-old travelling alone connect from Royal Jordanian to American Airlines in the US?
The published policy does not permit this arrangement. US travel treats under-15s as unaccompanied minors, restricts ages 12–15 beyond US RJ gateways, and states that American Airlines does not accept interline unaccompanied minors.
How do Royal Jordanian economy baggage brands differ for departures from Canada?
Excluding exceptional fares such as Super Special Instant Purchase, Super Saver and Save allow one piece; Value Plus and Flex allow two. Each is limited to 23 kg and 158 cm combined dimensions. Check the applicable carrier rule when another airline’s flight number appears on the first sector.
Royal Jordanian Flights, Routes & Travel Guide
Explore the latest Royal Jordanian (RJ) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026
IATA: RJoneworldFounded 1963HQ: Amman, Jordan
About Royal Jordanian
Explore the latest Royal Jordanian (RJ) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Royal Jordanian was founded on December 9, 1963. It is the national airline of Jordan. The company's head office is located in Amman, Jordan. The company's main hub is Amman-Queen Alia. The airline is also based in Aqaba-King Hussein. Royal Jordanian is a member of the Arab Air Carriers Organization and the global aviation alliance Oneworld. Royal Jordanian operates scheduled international flights on four continents. In total, the company serves 43 destinations. Royal Jordanian fleet consists of 25 planes.
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.
Baggage
Each Economy Class passenger is allowed one carry-on bag. Passengers in Crown Class (except those traveling on Embraer aircraft where the limit is one piece of carry-on baggage per all passengers) are allowed two pieces of carry-on baggage. Maximum dimensions for small bags/portfolios: 23 cm x 36 cm x 56 cm (depth x height x width). Maximum weight: 7 kg. Passengers are allowed 30 kg in Crown Class and 20 kg in Economy Class. Any baggage exceeding the check-in baggage allowance will be charged per kg.
A limited number of pets are allowed on each flight: 2 in the cabin and 4 in the hold. Small cats and dogs can travel in the economy class section of Royal Jordanian flights if the journey duration does not exceed 5 hours. To be accepted on board, the combined weight of your pet and carrier must not exceed 7 kg. For pets traveling in the cabin, carriers must not exceed 50 cm x 40 cm x 26. For pets traveling as checked baggage, there are no restrictions on the size, but carriers over 250 cm are charged a fee for each additional 50 cm.
Infants are passengers under the age of 24 months. Infants do not have a separate seat and must sit on the lap of an accompanying adult. The cost of international flights is 10% of the regular adult fare. If one adult travels with two infants, a child ticket must be purchased for one of the infants.
Check-in can be done online (via the website or mobile app) or at the airport. Online check-in begins 24 hours before departure and ends four hours before departure. Check-in desks open three hours before departure and close 60 minutes before departure.
Children ages 5-12 years old: accepted to travel from/to RJ gateways and points beyond, except when traveling to USA and Canada, where they are accepted to travel only to RJ gateways. Children ages 12-18: Only accepted on flights to/from USA or Canada. They are accepted to travel to points beyond RJ gateways, provided onward travel is on the same day connection and the minimum connecting time is three hours.
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Royal Jordanian.
Can Royal Jordanian Crown passengers take two cabin bags on Embraer aircraft?
No. Crown normally permits two 7 kg pieces, but only one on Embraer aircraft. Economy permits one 7 kg piece. Each bag must not exceed 23×41×51 cm or 115 cm combined dimensions, including wheels, handles and pockets.
What personal item can I take in addition to a Royal Jordanian cabin bag?
One personal item up to 20×40×35 cm and 5 kg is allowed under the seat ahead. Listed mobility aids and infant items have separate exceptions.
When can I check in online with Royal Jordanian, and are any routes excluded?
Eligible flights open 24 to 4 hours before departure. The published exclusions include Amman departures to Jeddah, Madinah, London, Manchester, Washington, New York, Chicago, Detroit, Montreal and Toronto, and charter flights numbered 6000–6999.
Do Royal Jordanian check-in deadlines differ between Amman, Chicago and Algeria?
Yes. Amman counters close 45 minutes before departure, or 30 minutes for Aqaba. Chicago closes 80 minutes before departure; departures from Algeria close 75 minutes before departure. Allow the required airport arrival time as well.
Can I wait until boarding to request a Royal Jordanian bassinet?
Book early. Bassinet seats are offered on selected flights for infants under 9 months and are allocated on a first-come basis.
What seating is required for one adult with two infants on Royal Jordanian?
A maximum of two infants per adult is allowed. At least one additional full-fare seat must be purchased, and one infant must be able to sit upright in that seat or an approved car seat.
When should I request a Royal Jordanian special meal, and is it allergen-free?
Request it through Manage Your Booking at least 24 hours before departure. Royal Jordanian cannot guarantee an allergen-free environment or meals without traces or cross-contact.
Can a Royal Jordanian unaccompanied minor use the Amman City Terminal?
No. The published procedure requires forms and the delivering and collecting adults’ details at an RJ office before ticket issuance. Unaccompanied minors must check in at Queen Alia International Airport rather than the Amman City Terminal.
Can a 12–14-year-old travelling alone connect from Royal Jordanian to American Airlines in the US?
The published policy does not permit this arrangement. US travel treats under-15s as unaccompanied minors, restricts ages 12–15 beyond US RJ gateways, and states that American Airlines does not accept interline unaccompanied minors.
How do Royal Jordanian economy baggage brands differ for departures from Canada?
Excluding exceptional fares such as Super Special Instant Purchase, Super Saver and Save allow one piece; Value Plus and Flex allow two. Each is limited to 23 kg and 158 cm combined dimensions. Check the applicable carrier rule when another airline’s flight number appears on the first sector.
