Cairo Aqaba Flights Find The Cheapest Price For Cairo Aqaba flights With Travco Holidays! Aqaba is the only coastal city in Jordan and the largest and most populous city on the Gulf of Aqaba. Situated in southernmost Jordan, Aqaba is the administrative center of the Aqaba Governorate. The city had a population of 148,398 in 2015, Today, Aqaba plays a major role in the development of the Jordanian economy, through the vibrant trade and tourism sectors. Aqaba Airport (also known as King Hussein International Airport) serves the city of Aqaba in Jordan. besides that, Aqaba Airport is located just 9.7 kilometers from Aqaba city center. as well as being an important industrial center and a growing tourist destination. The airport, which is located near the borders with Israel, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, is served mainly by Royal Jordanian, but in the northern summer, the airport is served by a variety of European airlines operating seasonal services.