Colombo airport «Bandaranaike» (CMB) Transfers

Bandaranaike Airport transfers with Kiwitaxi

Book a transfer first.

A car with a driver will meet you at the right time and take you straight to your hotel or villa.

The driver waits inside the terminal and checks your flight. You come out, see your name on a sign, and head to the car without stress.

Traffic near Katunayake changes during the day. Trips to central Colombo are often around an hour, while Negombo can be much shorter. A ride to the southern coast may take a couple of unrushed hours.

The fixed price is shown before you pay. You know the cost in advance, so you can relax and enjoy the ride to the hotel.

Price and what it includes

The price you see online is fixed at checkout. It already covers pickup, the trip to your exact address, taxes and tolls. If you add a child seat, a short stop, or need space for large luggage, the cost updates before payment.

Why travelers pick Kiwitaxi

• 1 hour 30 minutes of free waiting for arrivals. Your driver meets you in the airport terminal with a nameplate, then helps with bags and guides you to the car.
• Door-to-door ride to your hotel or home address. No bargaining, no meter surprises; support is ready 24/7 in English.
• Flight tracking and flexible timing. Delays or late-night landings are handled; the fixed price stays the same.
• Clean cars and careful driving. Your taxi transfer has a fixed fare, and drivers know the island roads well.

Child seats are available in several sizes; just add them while booking. Surfboards, golf bags, or other large equipment can be placed in suitable cars, and the final price reflects these options.

Meeting your driver

After baggage claim and customs, walk into the arrivals hall. Wait near the main exit or the first coffee stand, the driver will hold a nameplate with your name.

If baggage is delayed, tell the driver that you are delayed. You will have their phone number and can send a quick message in your language.

For your return, you can also book a taxi from Colombo to the airport in one tap. Easy and calm, just like the first ride.

You can also book a transfer from Trincomalee Airport or a taxi from Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport with Kiwitaxi.

Bandaranaike Airport (CMB)

• Full airport name: Bandaranaike International Airport
• Also known as: Colombo International Airport, Katunayake Airport
• IATA code: CMB
• Address: Canada Friendship Road, Katunayake 11450
• City: Katunayake
• Country: Sri Lanka
• Postal code: 11450

How much does a taxi transfer from Bandaranaike Airport cost?

You see the fixed price before payment:

• to Colombo — from $35 (LKR 10,500)
• to Hikkaduwa — from $67 (LKR 20,100)
• to Unawatuna — from $67 (LKR 20,100)

How long is the ride from the airport to the city?

Most trips to Colombo take about an hour. During busy hours, it can be longer, while Negombo is usually much quicker. Your driver chooses good routes and checks traffic.

Can I book a night transfer?

Yes, you can book for any time. Drivers track your flight, wait 1 hour 30 minutes for free, and support is online 24/7.

Can I add a child seat?

Yes, add it during booking and pick the size. The system shows the updated price before payment, so you see everything in advance.

Will I have contact with the driver?

After assignment, you get the driver’s phone and car details. If baggage is slow, send a message, and they will wait inside the terminal.