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Flight deals from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Amsterdam.$887 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Sep, returning Tue, 23 Sep.Return flight with KLM.Outbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 16 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 23 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $887, select.
Amsterdam.$1,009 per passenger.Departing Mon, 16 Mar, returning Wed, 25 Mar.Return flight with Air France and KLM.Outbound indirect flight with Air France, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 16 Mar, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with KLM, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,009, select.
Amsterdam.$1,038 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,038, select.
Amsterdam.$1,040 per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 Aug, returning Thu, 4 Sep.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 28 Aug, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 4 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,040, select.
Amsterdam.$1,097 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Fri, 28 Nov.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Fri, 28 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,097, select.
Amsterdam.$1,097 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Thu, 14 May.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 14 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,097, select.
Amsterdam.$1,117 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,117, select.
Amsterdam.$1,124 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb, returning Thu, 12 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Thu, 12 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,124, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $1,670
Aug
from $1,125
Sep
from $887
Oct
from $1,117
Nov
from $1,097
Dec
from $1,339
Jan
from $1,356
Feb
from $1,137
Mar
from $1,009
Apr
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May
from $1,097
Jun
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Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Amsterdam Schiphol.

Colombo to Amsterdam: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$887
Cheapest month to flySeptember

Finding cheap flights from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol is $887. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol. But we found flights with one or more stops from $887.
As of July 2025, there are no flights flying from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Tuesday, 16 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo Bandaranayake Airport and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Amsterdam Schiphol but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Amsterdam is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, KLM offers the cheapest flight tickets to Amsterdam Schiphol.

Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Amsterdam is UTC+1, which is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CMB to AMS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months such as February. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. Here are the top stopovers between CMB and AMS:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport

    • Hamad International Airport

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • Currently, $491 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. The best price for a return ticket is $887. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CMB to AMS. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.

  • Finding cheap flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across every month and score a great deal.

  • Finding cheap flights from CMB to AMS couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Of all flights departing from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a trip time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to CMB:

Arriving at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol flight. Book one of these accommodation options near AMS instead:

  • Explore without limits with an Amsterdam Airport Schiphol rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Green Motion, Keddy By Europcar or Alamo and venture far and wide through Amsterdam and beyond.

  • Booking your vehicle from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol around four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.

Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 23 kilometres away.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 5 minutes.

When to fly to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. June is the busiest month to head to Amsterdam. If you want a quieter vibe, go in January.

  • When booking your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Amsterdam, with temperatures ranging from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CMB to AMS in February. Average temperatures are between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF) then.

Explore more of Netherlands

  • You've done Amsterdam, now it's time to discover other corners of Netherlands. Journey around 56 kilometres south-west to Rotterdam to tick off its popular sights. From Markthal to Erasmus Bridge and Euromast Tower, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Netherlands, consider The Hague, about 56 kilometres south-west of Amsterdam. Galerie Pulchri, Faizul-Islam Mosque and The Hague Centre for Strategic Studies are key reasons to visit.

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