How much is a taxi from Colombo Bandaranaike Airport (CMB) to Unawatuna, Sri Lanka, and how do travelers usually book it?
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As a low-cost alternative to a private transfer, take the airport express from CMB to the railway station for about LKR 380, then continue south by train or bus for roughly LKR 400. The total is around LKR 800, but it involves a transfer and handling luggage yourself.
About LKR 800: LKR 380 express + LKR 400 train/bus
For a transfer from CMB Airport to the south coast, including Weligama, ask for the total price for a four-passenger car rather than a per-person fare. Give the exact destination, passenger count, and luggage details when comparing quotes.
CMB → Weligama, 4 passengers
On the Unawatuna–Colombo Airport route, travelers had previously found fares of about US$40, while newer quotes were reported at nearly twice that amount. Request prices from several drivers or transfer services before booking.
About US$40
A practical benchmark for a taxi from Colombo Airport to Unawatuna is around LKR 11,000–12,000 per vehicle. Before confirming, check whether expressway tolls and any late-night surcharge are included.
LKR 11,000–12,000