Airport Information – Colombo-Ratmalana Airport
Colombo-Ratmalana Airport used to be the only airport to serve the city of Colombo. It is also very close to it, only 15 km away. But since the new International Airport was built, Ratmalana became the hub for Asian and domestic flights only. Anyway it helps disposing air traffic of the island of Sri Lanka. It also hosts an aviation school.
Transfer from / to Colombo-Ratmalana Airport
Book a transfer to / from Colombo-Ratmalana Airport with Transfeero. You will always have the guarantee to get the best prices and an excellent service. All our local partners are carefully selected and in possession of all the licenses required by law. Our professional drivers will guarantee you maximum comfort for your transfer from / to Colombo-Ratmalana Airport .
Why should I book a Colombo-Ratmalana Airport transfer in advance?
You will be greeted directly by one of our professional drivers with a name tag indicating your name or the main passenger at the exit of the terminal or baggage hall. No waiting for a taxi. The other advantage of booking your transfer from Colombo-Ratmalana Airport in advance is to have a fixed price guarantee (no surprises, no hidden costs).
Taxi Rates Colombo-Ratmalana Airport
With TRANSFEERO you will always have the guarantee to find the best rates for your transfer from Colombo-Ratmalana Airport. All included at a fixed price and without surprises. A rate for a transfer from Colombo-Ratmalana Airport includes always all local taxes, tolls, parking and VAT.
How can I book online a transfer?
Very simple! Enter the airport, enter your destination or pick-up point, date, time and number of passengers. You will see the best offers for your transfer from / to Colombo-Ratmalana Airport.
Information about Colombo
Colombo is the largest city – but not the capital – of Sri Lanka and takes its name from the “Khola Amba” (mango) tree, not from Christopher Columbus. It developed during the 18th and 19th centuries thanks to the spice trading. Today it is still famous for its spices, but also for some beautiful monuments. Most popular things to visit in Colombo:
• World Trade Center skyscrapers
• Bank of Ceylon Tower
• Cinnamon Gardens
• Independence Hall
• Galla Face Green Promenade
• Jami Ul Afar Mosque
• St Paul Milagiriya Catholic Church
Transportation from Colombo-Ratmalana Airport
Best options to move around are taxis and private transfers. However, some bus and train routes are worth a look.
Transfer to Colombo-Ratmalana Airport
When the time comes for you to leave Colombo the shuttle service can provide a transfer back to the airport. Transportation will again be provided with your own driver, help with your bags if needed and the friendly, professional service we are known for. Whether you are travelling on business or holidays, we provide a convenient and affordable airport transfer to Colombo-Ratmalana Airport
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Economy Taxi |
| 🌍 Business or leisure: |
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Minibus or coach transfer |
| Destination |
Transfer time |
Distance |
Price |
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Negombo Beach |
1h 00 min |
55 Km / 34.18 Miles |
EUR 98.65
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Cinnamon Gardens |
24 min |
14 Km / 8.70 Miles |
EUR 81.02
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Jami Ul-Afar Mosque |
30 min |
18 Km / 11.18 Miles |
EUR 82.74
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Galla Face Green Promenade |
23 min |
15 Km / 9.32 Miles |
EUR 81.45
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Hikkaduwa Beach |
1h 40 min |
102 Km / 63.38 Miles |
EUR 118.86
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Unawatuna Beach |
1h 45 min |
110 Km / 68.35 Miles |
EUR 122.30
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Kandy |
2h 50 min |
158 Km / 98.18 Miles |
EUR 142.94
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Puttalam Lagoon |
3h 00 min |
167 Km / 103.77 Miles |
EUR 146.81
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Peak Wilderness |
2h 30 min |
132 Km / 82.02 Miles |
EUR 131.76
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