Travelling from Amman to Colombo: what you need to know
Amman's main base, Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), is where many great vacations begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Amman to Colombo.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the primary hub where you can disembark in Colombo.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Amman to Colombo.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you have a passport from Jordan and are visiting for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements can be subject to change. So before you lock in those cheap flights from Amman to Colombo, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
Flying from Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
We make it a cinch to plan a flight from Amman to Colombo with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Queen Alia International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers include:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
AMM is around 40 kilometres from central Amman. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 43 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Queen Alia International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Amman to Colombo, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) is around 16 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 39 minutes.
Getting there on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Amman to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Central Colombo is located around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Amman to Colombo has hit the runway and you've made your way out of the airport, expect a drive of around 39 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take roughly 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
There are some comfortable hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near CMB. Kick back after your flight from Amman to Colombo at any of these well-located options:
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Colombo
At the moment, C$373 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Amman to Colombo. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$734. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Amman to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your ticket from Amman to Colombo.
Finding a cheap ticket from Amman to Colombo is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Amman to Colombo. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before you book your flights from Amman to Colombo, consider which time of year is best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings cheaper hotel rates and fewer crowds.
Before locking in your flight from Amman to Colombo, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in Colombo, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Amman to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Amman to Colombo, check out our range of hotels including:
All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Colombo.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
Explore our range of car rentals once you've found your hotel and cheap flight from Amman to Colombo. Whether you're looking for a compact ride, spacious sedan or anything in between, you can easily compare companies in one go to get the best deal.
