Travelling from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Colombo: what you need to know
Queen Alia International Airport is located in Amman. Based in the UTC+5:30 timezone, Colombo is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Amman.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from AMM to Colombo.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from AMM to Colombo. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up the journey at one of these airports:
Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH)
Kuwait International Airport (KWI)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
If you have a passport from Jordan, you will need an e-visa to visit Sri Lanka. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. The rules may differ if you're travelling for work or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you make travel plans and certainly before you fly.
AMM is around 40 kilometres from central Amman. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 43 minutes or so to arrive, depending on traffic conditions.
Want a leisurely start to your holiday? Stay near AMM. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
How to find the cheapest flights from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) to Colombo
P13,247 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo. A return flight starts from P19,327. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from AMM to Colombo, book as early as possible. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
After your flight from AMM to Colombo, rest your head at a hotel close to CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Before you book your flights from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Colombo offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season brings better hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo for March to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 24ºC to 33ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from AMM to Colombo in January when temperatures average between 22ºC and 32ºC.
More about Colombo
Start your Colombo trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Queen Alia International Airport to Colombo, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are top sights which should be on every Colombo itinerary.
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