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Private transfer · 35 km · 45 min–1 hr

Colombo Airport to Colombo private transfer

Fixed price from $30 per car, the same in both directions

Fixed price from $30 per car

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The quickest way from Bandaranaike International Airport to a Colombo hotel is the Katunayake expressway. Your driver meets you at arrivals and takes you door to door.

Distance
About 35 km
Drive time
45 min–1 hr
Price from
$30 per car
Return trip
Same price both ways

Prices

Colombo Airport to Colombo taxi prices

One fixed price for the whole vehicle, not per person. Fuel, tolls, parking and the driver are included. Choose the size that fits your group and bags.

Private transfer from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Colombo, one way, per vehicle
VehiclePassengersFareBook
Car1–3from $30Book on WhatsApp: Car
SUV1–4from $40Book on WhatsApp: SUV
Van (flat roof)4–5from $40Book on WhatsApp: Van (flat roof)
Van (high roof)6–8from $45Book on WhatsApp: Van (high roof)

"From" prices in US dollars. Final price confirmed on WhatsApp. You can pay in US dollars or rupees.

How it works

From arrivals to your hotel

  1. Arrivals

    Met with your name

    Your driver waits outside the arrivals hall holding a sign with your name.

  2. Flight

    We track your flight

    Send us your flight number and we follow it. If you land early or late, your driver adjusts, at no extra cost.

  3. The drive

    Straight to your hotel

    Bags in the boot, a bottle of water in hand, and you are on your way to Colombo. Stop whenever you need to.

The route

The drive to Colombo

Colombo Airport
Colombo
Map of Sri Lanka showing the route: Colombo Airport, Colombo.
  1. StartColombo Airport (CMB)
  2. EndColombo35 km · 45 min–1 hr

Short stops for food, photos or a break are always free. Just tell your driver.

Other ways to travel

Train or bus?

Airport buses run to Colombo, but with luggage and a late flight a fixed-price car is much easier.

A private car costs more than a bus, but it leaves when you are ready, carries all your bags and takes you to the door. Split between two or more people, the difference is often small.

Return trip

Colombo to Colombo Airport transfer

Flying home from Colombo? A private taxi from Colombo to Colombo Airport costs the same as the way in, from $30 per car. Tell us your flight time and we will plan the pickup so you reach the airport about three hours before departure.

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What's in the price

Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle, just for your group
  • English-speaking driver
  • Fuel, expressway tolls and parking
  • Meet and greet at arrivals with a name sign
  • Flight tracking, no charge for delays
  • Short stops for food, photos and toilet breaks

Paid separately

  • Entrance tickets at stops
  • Long sightseeing detours (ask us for a price)
  • Tips

FAQ

Questions about this transfer

How much is a private transfer from Colombo Airport to Colombo?

A private car from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Colombo costs from about $30, for the whole car, not per person. Larger vehicles cost more; see the table above. Fuel, tolls, parking and the driver are all included, and the final price is confirmed on WhatsApp.

How long does it take to get from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Colombo?

The drive is about 35 km and takes 45 min–1 hr without long stops, depending on traffic and the time of day.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

We track your flight number, so your driver will be there when you land, even if it is late. There is no extra charge for delays.

Can we stop on the way?

Yes. Short stops for food, photos or a toilet break are always free. Longer sightseeing stops can be added; just tell us in advance.

Can I book the return trip from Colombo?

Yes. The fare is the same in both directions, and your driver will collect you from your hotel in Colombo.

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