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Flight deals from Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Amsterdam.$840 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $840, select.
Amsterdam.$895 per passenger.Departing Sat, 27 Sep, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia and Pegasus Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Pegasus Airlines, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $895, select.
Amsterdam.$1,076 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Sep, returning Mon, 29 Sep.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,076, select.
Amsterdam.$1,115 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 19 Nov.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,115, select.
Amsterdam.$1,142 per passenger.Departing Thu, 21 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Thu, 21 May, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,142, select.
Amsterdam.$1,150 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,150, select.
Amsterdam.$1,158 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Apr, returning Tue, 28 Apr.Return flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,158, select.
Amsterdam.$1,172 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Feb, returning Wed, 4 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Colombo Bandaranayake on Fri, 6 Feb, arriving in Amsterdam Schiphol.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Amsterdam Schiphol on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,172, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol flights are currently cheapest in February.
Aug
from $1,634
Sep
from $1,076
Oct
from $1,150
Nov
from $1,115
Dec
from $1,252
Jan
from $1,407
Feb
from $840
Mar
from $1,308
Apr
from $1,158
May
from $1,142
Jun
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Jul
from $1,507

Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Colombo 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$840
Cheapest month to flyFebruary

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol is $840. 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 to Amsterdam Schiphol. But we found flights with one stop from $840.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol.
The cheapest month to fly from Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Colombo to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport on Tuesday, 3 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Colombo 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Amsterdam Schiphol is Air Arabia .

Flying from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): What you need to know

  • Planning your trip starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) leaving from here.

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is located in Amsterdam. The city runs on the UTC+1 timezone and is four hours 30 minutes behind Colombo.

  • For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Colombo to AMS.

  • High season means busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to keep to your schedule.

Airports in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • The journey from central Colombo to RML takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Booked an early flight from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Colombo Ratmalana Airport:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Break up your flight from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with a stop so you can stretch your legs or cross a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Bandaranaike International Airport and AMS are:

    • Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

  • CMB is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. It'll take 40 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Flying out early in the morning? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Bandaranaike International Airport the day before your Colombo to AMS flight:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Bandaranaike International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 75.71%.

About Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

Getting from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to central Amsterdam

  • Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to central Amsterdam is roughly 13 kilometres. If you're renting a car or taking a cab, do a little research to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times may vary depending on traffic and the time of day.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 5 minutes when travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is $483. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $840. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Colombo to AMS. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol tickets across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Colombo to AMS.

  • Discover the best deal on a flight from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol with the help of the filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best.'

The best time to fly from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)

  • February is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS), while June is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Amsterdam based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book a Colombo to AMS flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Amsterdam to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF).

More about Amsterdam

  • After booking your flight from Colombo to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, find a hotel that puts you in a great location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Amsterdam:

  • Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Amsterdam to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Stichting Het Rijksmuseum.

Explore more of the Netherlands

  • You've visited Amsterdam, now it's time to discover more of the Netherlands. Travel around 113 kilometres south-east to Eindhoven to check off its must-visit sights. From Van Gogh - Roosegaarde Cycle Path to Taste Eindhoven Foodtours and Designhuis, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Groningen is another favourite destination in the Netherlands and is around 161 kilometres north-east of Amsterdam. No trip is complete without seeing Noorderplantsoen, Noorderplantsoen Park and Martiniplaza.

Plan the rest of your trip from Colombo to Amsterdam

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.