Galle to Colombo Airport (CMB)
Private transfer — 153 km, about 2½ hours door to door.
Galle to the departure gate without touching Colombo: join the Southern Expressway at the edge of town and you're at Katunayake in around two and a quarter hours. Perfect after one last morning on the ramparts.
- Galle Fort's Dutch ramparts and lighthouse
- Expressway all the way — Colombo never slows you down
- Unawatuna's swimming beach, ten minutes from the fort
- Boutique cafés in the fort's old merchant streets
Galle to Colombo Airport (CMB) — questions
How long does the Galle to Colombo Airport (CMB) transfer take?
The drive is about 2½ hours on 153 km of road. Your driver takes the fastest safe route and can add stops along the way.
How much is a taxi from Galle to Colombo Airport (CMB)?
A private car is from $67.50 and an air-conditioned van (up to 6 people) from $89, fixed and door to door — the price you see is the price you pay.
Is there a shared option on this route?
This corridor is private-only, so you get the whole vehicle to yourself. If you'd like a shared seat, message us and we'll suggest the nearest shared service.
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 Galle 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.