Colombo Airport to Sigiriya taxi
About 146 km and around 3 hours 16 minutes without traffic. See the fare for every vehicle, then book on WhatsApp.
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Colombo Airport to Sigiriya taxi price
The price of every vehicle for a one-way drop and for a return trip.
| Vehicle | One way | Return | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget CarAlto | Kwid | Rs. 16,300 (~$49) | Rs. 28,600 (~$86) | Book now |
| Mini CarAqua | Wagon R | Spacia | Rs. 17,500 (~$53) | Rs. 29,500 (~$89) | Book now |
| Sedan CarPrius | Grace | Insight | Rs. 20,500 (~$62) | Rs. 36,300 (~$109) | Book now |
| SUVVezel | Rs. 21,600 (~$65) | Rs. 39,400 (~$119) | Book now |
| Mini VanEvery | Clipper | Rs. 19,000 (~$57) | Rs. 32,500 (~$98) | Book now |
| KDH Flat-roof | Rs. 26,800 (~$81) | Rs. 46,700 (~$141) | Book now |
| KDH High-roof | Rs. 31,300 (~$94) | Rs. 54,700 (~$165) | Book now |
| Non A/C VanHiace | Caravan | Rs. 23,100 (~$70) | Rs. 41,400 (~$125) | Book now |
| Hiace 13 Seater | Rs. 35,000 (~$105) | Rs. 57,700 (~$174) | Book now |
| VIP Cars/Van | Rs. 34,300 (~$103) | Rs. 59,200 (~$178) | Book now |
Approximate prices at our current rates for the route to Sigiriya. Return prices are for the round trip. Use the fare calculator at the top of this page for your exact pickup and drop. Fares do not include highway toll fees, and a long waiting time or extra stops can change the fare.
Taxi from Colombo Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya
Distance, drive time, tolls and what to expect on this trip.
The drive from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Katunayake to Sigiriya is about 146 km and takes around 3 hours 16 minutes without traffic. The fastest route uses the E04 expressway, so highway toll fees are extra. To compare, tick Avoid the expressway in the fare calculator at the top of this page and you see the fare on normal roads.
Sigiriya, home of the ancient Sigiriya rock fortress, is in the centre of the island in the Cultural Triangle. Many visitors combine it with Dambulla and Habarana.
Your pickup or drop can be any hotel, house, lodge or address. Enter it in the fare calculator at the top of this page and the fare is worked out for your exact route.
Sigiriya to Colombo Airport taxi
Going the other way? Choose Sigiriya as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early for your flight: the drive takes about 3 hours 16 minutes without traffic, and traffic can add time.
Waiting, stops and payment
The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip. You can pay by cash, online transfer or QR payment.
Sigiriya airport taxi questions
Quick answers about the trip between Colombo Airport and Sigiriya.
How far is Sigiriya from Colombo Airport (CMB)?
It is about 146 km by road from Bandaranaike International Airport.
Do you have an airport taxi from Katunayake to Sigiriya?
Yes. Our Katunayake airport taxi takes you from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Sigiriya. Choose the airport as your pickup and Sigiriya as your drop in the fare calculator, check the price of every vehicle and book on WhatsApp.
How long does the drive from Colombo Airport to Sigiriya take?
It takes around 3 hours 16 minutes without traffic. Traffic, road works and weather can make it longer, so allow extra time.
How much is a taxi from Colombo Airport to Sigiriya?
The starting price is Rs. 16,300 for a one-way drop in our lowest-priced vehicle, the Budget Car. See the price of every vehicle in the table above, or use the fare calculator for your exact pickup and drop.
Do the fares to Sigiriya include toll fees?
No. This route uses the E04 expressway, and highway toll fees are extra. Tick Avoid the expressway in the fare calculator to compare the fare on normal roads.
Can I book a taxi from Sigiriya to Colombo Airport?
Yes. Choose Sigiriya as the pickup and Colombo Airport as the drop, or press the swap arrows in the fare calculator. Leave early, because the drive takes around 3 hours 16 minutes without traffic.
Can I add stops or ask the driver to wait?
Yes. The fare can change if we need to wait a long time or if you add extra stops. Tell us on WhatsApp and we will confirm the price before your trip.
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