Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Wadi Musa travel guide

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With a population of 14,000, Wadi Musa is a must-see destination in Ma'an, Jordan. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Wadi Musa to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Wadi Musa

Wadi Musa in October
Estimated hotel price
AED 483
1 night at 3-star hotel
Wadi Musa in October
Estimated hotel price
AED 483
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Wadi Musa

Plane

Although Wadi Musa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aqaba King Hussein Intl (AQJ), which is located 91 km from Wadi Musa. The shortest flight to Wadi Musa from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 8h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wadi Musa is to pick up a car hire from Amman, which is about 188 km from Wadi Musa. You’ll find branches of Arena Rent a Car and Europcar, among others, in Amman.

Plane

Although Wadi Musa doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aqaba King Hussein Intl (AQJ), which is located 91 km from Wadi Musa. The shortest flight to Wadi Musa from the United Arab Emirates departs from Dubai and takes around 8h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Wadi Musa is to pick up a car hire from Amman, which is about 188 km from Wadi Musa. You’ll find branches of Arena Rent a Car and Europcar, among others, in Amman.

Airports near Wadi Musa

AQJAqaba King Hussein Intl

Airlines serving Wadi Musa

Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (201 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Royal Jordanian
Good (386 reviews)
Air Cairo
Good (30 reviews)

Where to stay in Wadi Musa

From 5-star hotels such as the Petra Marriott Hotel to great affordable options like the Petra Bubble Luxotel, Wadi Musa offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around AED 213 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 418 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Esperanza Petra and Al Rashid Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Wadi Musa

Most booked hotels in Wadi Musa

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Petra Sella Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.8, Excellent reviews)
AED 235+
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Petra Guest House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, Excellent reviews)
AED 482+
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Mövenpick Resort Petra
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
AED 557+
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Petra Marriott Hotel
5 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
AED 624+
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Hiring a car in Wadi Musa

Expect to pay AED 5.77 per litre in Wadi Musa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 69.20 and AED 92.26.

Expect to pay AED 5.77 per litre in Wadi Musa (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 69.20 and AED 92.26.

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