Bandaranaike International Airport Taxi Fare Calculator 2026

Official Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport Taxi rates (valid today): Start your ride for Rs 80.00, plus Rs 70.00 per kilometer. Click below to calculate your fare

Popular routes from Bandaranaike International Airport

Bandaranaike International Airport To Negombo	15 LKR
Bandaranaike International Airport To Kandy	12000 LKR
Bandaranaike International Airport To Colombo City Hotel	35 LKR

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How is a taxi fare
calculated in Bandaranaike International Airport

Several factors impact the taxi fare in Bandaranaike International Airport

Taxi fare (2026)

Base fee (day)

80LKR

Price per KM

70 LKR

Waiting time per hour

120LKR

Taxi rate calculation example

Let’s say you want to get from your hotel to Bandaranaike International Airport city center and the ride is 5km. You’re traveling by day and you have 1 luggage. Your total price will be 430 LKR.

Bandaranaike International Airport Reported Prices

Bandaranaike International Airport latest reported taxi prices

4 real fares reported by travellers · reviewed by our team

Date	Time	Price	From	To	People	Driver
2024-12-19	09:00	40 USD	Bandaranaike International Airport	Bentota	2	-
2025-04-24	09:00	15000 LKR	Bandaranaike International Airport	Hikkaduwa	2	-
2025-04-24	09:00	13000 LKR	Bandaranaike International Airport	Kalutara	2	-
2025-04-24	09:00	17000 LKR	Bandaranaike International Airport	Mirissa city	2	-

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Taxi transfers from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport

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Using a taxi at Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport

Use the official taxi rank outside arrivals - not drivers who approach you inside the terminal.
Make sure the meter is running, or agree the fare before you set off.
Licensed airport taxis are safest; keep your booking confirmation if you pre-booked.
Have the address and rough distance ready so you can sense-check the price.

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Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport taxi fare - FAQ

What's the taxi fare from Colombo to Colombo city center?

Taxi fares from Colombo to Colombo city center can vary based on time of day, luggage, traffic, and the destination. Enter your route in Colombo taxi fare calculator to get an estimated price.

How much is a taxi transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport?

A 5km ride transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport costs about 430 LKR. Enter your route to get a more accurate price. In general the price is affected by several factors including the route length and the driver’s waiting time.

How do I order a taxi transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport?

You can stop a taxi on the street transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport or use a ride hailing app. We recommend using an app transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport as these services monitor the quality of the drivers and taxis on an ongoing basis.

What other ways are there to get around transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport?

if you can’t find a taxi Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport or the price is too high you can always take a bus, rent a scooter, a bicycle or a car. Walking is also a great option if it’s a short distance and the weather suits.

How do I calculate the taxi fare in Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport?

Simply enter your starting point and destination at gobytaxi.com. We’ll calculate the estimated price based on Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport taxi fares and your specific route. This will also work for destinations outside Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport.

What’s the price of Taxi transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport per KM?

The starting price of a taxi transfer from Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport is 80.0 LKR. Each KM is then priced at 70.0 LKR. if you need the driver to wait for you this will cost 120.0 LKR per hour.

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