Airport to Colombo Taxi Transfer Prices by Vehicle
An airport to Colombo taxi transfer with Ceylon Taxi comes at one fixed price by vehicle type, agreed before you fly — covering hotels and addresses across Colombo 1–15, with pickups and drop-offs both handled the same way.
A fixed price from Bandaranaike Airport into Colombo, confirmed before you fly.
An airport to Colombo taxi transfer with Ceylon Taxi starts from around $20 USD (Rs 6,500) for a hatchback, up to about $39 USD (Rs 12,500) for a large van — fixed, agreed before you travel, no surge pricing.
Prices are for destinations within Colombo 1–15, and cover both directions — airport pickup on arrival and hotel drop-off when you're departing. For addresses outside that zone, message us on WhatsApp or use the online booking page for a quote.
Airport to Colombo Taxi Transfer Prices by Vehicle
Every airport to Colombo taxi transfer we run is priced by vehicle type rather than by the minute, so the fare shown below is exactly what's confirmed at booking — no meter running while you sit in Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA) traffic on the way into the city. Tap "Book Now" on any vehicle to send your request straight to us on WhatsApp.
USD prices are an approximate conversion at roughly 1 USD = Rs 320 and will shift slightly with the current exchange rate. The Sri Lankan Rupee price is what's confirmed and charged at booking. See the full lineup on our fleet page.
These fixed prices apply to Colombo 1 through Colombo 15. If your hotel or address is outside that zone — further along the coast, or inland beyond the city — the price will differ. Send us the exact address on WhatsApp or use the online booking page and we'll confirm the fare before you travel.
Pickups and drop-offs for major Colombo hotels
This isn't a one-way price list. Every airport to Colombo taxi transfer we quote works in both directions — the same driver, vehicle, and fixed fare whether we're picking you up from BIA arrivals on the way in, or collecting you from your hotel for a drop-off back to the airport when you fly out. There's no separate "return" price to negotiate.
If you're staying at one of the hotels below, or anywhere nearby, the flat rates above cover your airport to Colombo taxi transfer in full, for pickup and drop-off alike:
Not staying at one of these? The same rule applies — anywhere within Colombo 1–15 is covered by the fixed prices above. Not sure which zone your hotel falls in? Just ask us on WhatsApp and we'll confirm.
What's included in the price
Every fare on this page for an airport to Colombo taxi transfer already includes standard tolls on the expressway route and your driver's waiting time at arrivals — you won't be asked for anything extra at the end of a normal transfer. What isn't included is any request outside the original booking, such as an additional stop along the way; if you'd like to add one, just mention it when you book so it's reflected in the quoted price rather than raised afterward.
How to book
Send your flight details
Flight number, arrival date and time, and your hotel or address in Colombo.
Pick your vehicle
Use the price table above, or tell us your passenger and luggage count and we'll suggest the right one.
Get your confirmed price
We confirm the fare in LKR before you travel — the figure you're quoted is what you pay.
Meet your driver in arrivals
Your driver waits in the BIA arrivals hall with a name board, ready to help with luggage.
Being upfront about pricing
The USD figures are a conversion, not a fixed dual-currency rate. We price and charge in Sri Lankan Rupees; the USD amount shown is only there to give you a quick sense of cost and will move slightly with the exchange rate day to day.
Zone 1–15 covers most of central and inner Colombo — if you're unsure whether your specific address falls inside it, it's faster to just ask us directly than to guess.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Bandaranaike Airport to Colombo?
From around $20 USD (Rs 6,500) for a hatchback up to about $39 USD (Rs 12,500) for a large van, for destinations within Colombo 1–15.
Is the price different if my hotel is outside Colombo 1–15?
Yes. These are flat rates for the Colombo 1–15 zone specifically. For anywhere further out, message us or use the online booking page for a quote.
Do prices change with traffic or time of day?
No, the fare is fixed once confirmed and does not change based on traffic, demand, or arrival time.
What vehicle should I choose for a family of five with luggage?
A small van comfortably fits 4–6 passengers with luggage; an SUV can work for smaller families with less luggage.
Will my driver be waiting inside the airport?
Yes, your driver waits in the BIA arrivals hall with a name board once you've shared your flight details.
Why travelers choose Ceylon Taxi
Ceylon Taxi
Ceylon Taxi's bookings and day-to-day operations run out of Katunayake, near Bandaranaike International Airport, handling airport transfers into Colombo and island-wide daily.
Book your airport transfer
Send your flight number and hotel — you'll get a fixed price back before you fly.