Colombo Airport → Colombo private transfer
From CMB to central Colombo (Fort, Galle Face, Kollupitiya) is about 35 km. On the Colombo–Katunayake Expressway (E03) it takes 45–60 minutes; at rush hour the last few kilometres in the city can add 30 minutes.
- Distance35 km
- Drive time55 min
- Pricefrom $30
Every trip is driven by a vetted local partner in Sri Lanka. Your confirmation names the driver, the car and its plate; on chauffeur-guide bookings also the SLTDA licence number.
Colombo Airport → Colombo: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Axio / Prius / Premio | $30 ≈ Rs 10,000 | $15 | $10 | — | — |
| Minivan (KDH) up to 6 Toyota HiAce KDH, high roof | $42 ≈ Rs 14,000 | $21 | $14 | $11 | $7 |
| SUV up to 4 Prado / Montero class, leather, more legroom | $65 ≈ Rs 21,500 | $33 | $22 | $16 | — |
| Coach up to 20 Toyota Coaster, up to 20 seats | $110 ≈ Rs 36,500 | $55 | $37 | $28 | $18 |
Prices updated 20 October 2026.
The road
E03 expressway from the airport to Peliyagoda, then across the Kelani bridge into the city. The toll is included in the price.
Good to know
- If you fly in at night and continue south the next morning, a Negombo hotel is closer to the airport; a Colombo hotel saves an hour the next day on the way to Galle or Bentota.
- Hotels in Mount Lavinia and Dehiwala are south of the centre — add 20–30 minutes.
Included
- Private air-conditioned car and an English-speaking driver
- Fuel, expressway tolls and parking
- Meet & greet with a name sign at CMB arrivals, flight tracking, 60 min free waiting after landing
- No night surcharge for airport pickups
- Short stops on the way (up to 30 min in total)
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before; pay the driver at the end — no prepayment for transfers
Questions
How much is a taxi from Colombo airport to Colombo city?
With us: $30 for a sedan, toll included, fixed. Ride-hailing apps can be cheaper if you have a local SIM; airport taxi counters charge similar or higher.
How long does it take?
45–60 minutes on the expressway, up to 1.5 hours at evening rush hour.
Is the expressway toll extra?
No. Tolls and parking are included in every RideLKA price.