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Kandy to Colombo Airport (CMB)

Private transfer & shared ride — 118 km, about 3 hours door to door.

Private carfrom $52.50
AC van (up to 6)from $69

Downhill nearly all the way: leave the lake behind, drop through the Kadugannawa pass and let your driver time the run to Katunayake around the Kegalle-road traffic. Works well for evening departures.

  • Pinnawala's elephants, an easy detour near Kegalle
  • Bible Rock views at the Kadugannawa pass
  • Temple of the Sacred Tooth Relic beside Kandy Lake
  • Royal Botanic Gardens at Peradeniya, on Kandy's edge
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Kandy to Colombo Airport (CMB) — questions

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

The drive is about 3 hours on 118 km of road. Your driver takes the fastest safe route and can add stops along the way.

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

A private car is from $52.50 and an air-conditioned van (up to 6 people) from $69, 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 Kandy 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.