Travelling from Amman to Colombo: what you need to know
Amman's main base, Queen Alia International Airport (AMM), is where countless awesome holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Amman to Colombo.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the primary arrival point in Colombo.
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Amman.
To ensure you make it on your Amman to Colombo flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amman to Colombo
To find cheap Amman to Colombo flights, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Getting cheap plane tickets from Amman to Colombo is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag an awesome deal.
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Flying from Amman
Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
We make it simple to book an Amman to Colombo flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Queen Alia International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
To get to AMM from central Amman, it'll take around 45 minutes if you're planning to drive. It's roughly 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Amman to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to Queen Alia International Airport:
Queen Alia International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 85.48% of flights that depart AMM arrive at their destination as scheduled.
Arriving in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo takes about 40 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 13 kilometres away.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 15 minutes.
Book a hotel close to RML if you have a late flight from Amman to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is about 27 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Amman to Colombo has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 40 minutes.
If you hop on public transport, you'll reach the centre in 1 hour 30 minutes or so.
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Bandaranaike International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Sr Rent A Car, Green Motion or Sixt and be on your way in a flash.
Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride two weeks before your arrival at CMB will help you save.
Best time to go to Colombo
Before you book your flights from Amman to Amman, consider which time of year is best for you. High season in Amman offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while the off-season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your Amman to Colombo ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap flights from Amman to Colombo in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC (72ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) 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, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be tricky to know where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are major attractions which should be on any good Colombo itinerary.
Explore more of Sri Lanka
You've seen Colombo, now it's time to explore more of Sri Lanka. Travel around 18 kilometres south to Moratuwa to tick off its must-visit sights. From Boat House to Angulana Beach and Dilmah Conservation One Earth Arboretum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Jaffna is another sought-after destination in Sri Lanka and is around 306 kilometres north of Colombo. No journey is complete without dropping by Jaffna Fort, Dambakola Patuna Sangamitta Temple and Jaffna Public Library.