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Cheap flights from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

AMS — CMB
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Amsterdam Schiphol to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl are usually found in May or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Amsterdam to Colombo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Amsterdam (AMS) to Colombo (CMB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

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July

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May

Average price

£765
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Best time to book a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Amsterdam to Colombo. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport, you should look to book at least 90 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £818). Flying from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,291). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AMS to CMB?

Find hourly flight availability from Amsterdam to Colombo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Colombo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Colombo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Colombo. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andEtihad Airways from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,611 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,241 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air India
5.5
Fair
2,929 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,322 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl?

    Most people fly from Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) if they book a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl. On average, Schiphol has 0 outbound flights to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl per day from 4 airlines. Amsterdam Schiphol is conveniently located just 7.1 mi from Amsterdam’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £478, Etihad Airways will fly you from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and back. In addition to Etihad Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Air India and Qatar Airways - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £545 and £594, respectively. You may be able to fly from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport for 28% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Amsterdam to Colombo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Amsterdam to Colombo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Amsterdam to Colombo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Amsterdam to Colombo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Amsterdam to Colombo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Amsterdam to Colombo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (average of £818). Flying from Amsterdam to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of £1,291). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Amsterdam to Colombo

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Amsterdam to Colombo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Etihad AirwaysCheapest£478Average£601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air IndiaCheapest£545Average£849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest£594Average£1,034FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest£829Average£1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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