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Ella to Colombo Airport (CMB)

Approx. 335 km · 5h 5.0 on Tripadvisor
Most flexible

Private transfer

Door to door · runs every day · your own vehicle

AC carup to 3 travellers + bags$140total, fixed
AC vanup to 6 travellers + bags$189total, fixed
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Shared ride

No shared van here

We don't run a shared van between Ella and Colombo Airport (CMB), and it isn't a route travellers pool either. A private transfer covers it door to door at a fixed price — and for three or more it often works out close to a seat price anyway.

Downhill through the Ella Gap, then expressway the rest of the way to Katunayake. Keep a sensible buffer for hill-road traffic when planning your flight connection.

  • Ravana Falls, right beside the hill road
  • The Ella Gap, where the hills fall away to the plains
  • Buduruwagala's rock-cut Buddhas, a short detour at Wellawaya
  • Nine Arch Bridge and Little Adam's Peak once you're in
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Ella to Colombo Airport (CMB) — questions

How long does the Ella to Colombo Airport (CMB) transfer take?

Plan for approx. 335 km · 5h by road. Your driver takes the fastest safe route and can add stops along the way.

How much is a taxi from Ella to Colombo Airport (CMB)?

A private car is from $140 and an air-conditioned van (up to 6 people) from $189, fixed and door to door — the price you see is the price you pay.

Is there a shared option on this route?

This route is private-only, so you get the whole vehicle to yourself. If you'd like to share, message us and we'll suggest the nearest route travellers are pooling.

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 Ella to Colombo Airport (CMB) transfer?

Get an instant fixed price and book online, or message us on WhatsApp and we'll arrange it. You pay securely online to confirm your booking.