Colombo city to Colombo Airport (CMB)
Private transfer & shared ride — 35 km, about 45 minutes door to door.
From Fort or Kollupitiya to Katunayake in under an hour once you're on the expressway. Your driver pads the pickup time around Colombo's rush hour, so early flights are never a squeeze.
- Galle Face Green for a sunset stroll
- Gangaramaya Temple beside Beira Lake
- Pettah's bazaars and the old Fort district
- Lotus Tower on the skyline as you cross the Kelani
Colombo city to Colombo Airport (CMB) — questions
How long does the Colombo city to Colombo Airport (CMB) transfer take?
The drive is about 45 minutes on 35 km of road. Your driver takes the fastest safe route and can add stops along the way.
How much is a taxi from Colombo city to Colombo Airport (CMB)?
A private car is from $29 and an air-conditioned van (up to 6 people) from $50, fixed and door to door — the price you see is the price you pay. A shared seat is from $19 per person.
Is there a cheaper shared option?
Yes — this route runs on our Airport–Cultural Triangle shared service (Wed & Sat). A single seat is from $19, ideal for solo travellers and couples happy to share.
Can we stop along the way?
Of course. A private transfer is door to door and yours for the trip — tell your driver where you'd like to stop for photos, lunch or a quick sight and they'll build it in.
How do I book the Colombo city to Colombo Airport (CMB) transfer?
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