How long is the Colombo (CMB) Airport to Dambulla City private transfer?

Approximately 2h 35m for 129.0 km on the standard road route. Real travel time varies with traffic, especially near Colombo and Negombo at peak hours.

How much does the Colombo (CMB) Airport to Dambulla City transfer cost?

Prices start at USD 64.00 for a Small car (1–2 passengers) — all-inclusive (driver, fuel, tolls, parking, air-conditioning). Larger vehicles and premium classes are priced higher; see the vehicle table on this page for the full list.

What vehicle classes are available?

Options on this route: Small car (1–2 passengers), Standard car (1–3 passengers), Standard van (1–7 passengers), Large van (1–10 passengers), Standard bus (10–30 passengers). Each vehicle is private and not shared with other guests.

Can I book this transfer for a late-night or early-morning flight?

Yes. Lakpura private transfers operate 24 hours a day including airport pick-ups and drop-offs for night and early-morning flights, with no surcharge for off-peak times.

Can I book a return transfer?

Yes — book a one-way here, then add the reverse leg as a second booking, or contact us for a round-trip arrangement.

What is included in the transfer fare?

Driver, fuel, vehicle running costs, highway tolls, parking, airport entry charges, air-conditioning, and all standard taxes. Food and any optional stops along the way are not included.

Colombo (CMB) Airport to Dambulla City Private Transfer

Q: Is the price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. The price is the same whether one passenger or the full capacity travels — choose the class that fits your group size.

Private, air-conditioned transfer from Colombo (CMB) Airport to Dambulla with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide and airport meet-and-greet.

Distance129 km

Estimated drive2h 35m

From$64

Vehicles5 options

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Pick-up

Colombo (CMB) Airport

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Drop-off

Dambulla City

Flights landing at Colombo Airport today

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Time	Flight	From	Airline
20:15	EY 396	Abu Dhabi	Etihad Airways	Select
20:45	OD 297	Kuala Lumpur	Batik Air	Select
20:50	6E 1183	Bangalore	Indigo Airlines	Select
21:05	CA 425	Chengdu Tianfu	Air China	Select
21:10	UL 309	Singapore	Srilankan Airlines	Select
21:50	AK 47	Kuala Lumpur	Air Asia Berhad	Select
22:00	FD 140	Bangkok	THAI AIR ASIA	Select
22:15	6E 1173	Chennai	Indigo Airlines	Select
22:15	UL 124	Chennai	Srilankan Airlines	Select
22:15	UL 196	Delhi	Srilankan Airlines	Select
22:30	UL 605	Melbourne	Srilankan Airlines	Select
22:50	UL 104	Male	Srilankan Airlines	Select
22:50	UL 172	Bangalore	Srilankan Airlines	Select
22:50	UL 607	Sydney Airport	Srilankan Airlines	Select
23:20	UL 144	Mumbai	Srilankan Airlines	Select
23:25	CX 611	Hong Kong	Cathay Pacific	Select
23:30	SQ 468	Singapore	Singapore Airlines	Select
23:35	MH 179	Kuala Lumpur	Malaysia Airlines	Select
23:50	UL 232	Dubai	Srilankan Airlines	Select

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Pricing is the live driver-trip fare for this exact route.

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Vehicle

Adults1

Check-in bags1

Carry-on bags1

Maximum per vehicle. More people or bags? Choose a bigger vehicle — compare our vehicles.

Your details

We'll email a confirmation voucher and dispatch your driver. Cancel free up to 24 hours before pick-up.

Pick-up date / time (your flight arrival)

Airline Arrival flight no.

Notes (child seats, luggage, special requests)

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Arrange a private airport arrival transfer from Colombo (CMB) Airport to Dambulla with Lakpura. Your English-speaking chauffeur-guide meets you in the arrivals hall and drives you straight to your Dambulla address in a private, air-conditioned vehicle — no shared rides, no waiting for other passengers. Estimated travel time is about 2 hours 35 minutes, over a one-way distance of 129 km; your chauffeur takes the best route on the day depending on traffic and weather.

Dambulla is a town in central Sri Lanka, widely known for its ancient cave temple complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

What's included

Meet-and-greet at the arrivals hall with a Lakpura name placard, plus 60 minutes' free waiting time.
Pick-up at Colombo (CMB) Airport and drop-off at any address within Dambulla.
Private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking chauffeur-guide.
500 ml bottled water per passenger.
Airport entry charges, parking, highway tolls, service charges and all taxes.
24/7 assistance by phone and WhatsApp from our dispatch team.

What's not included

Extra stops or sightseeing en route (choose our intercity transfer with stop-over for that).
Baby and booster seats (request in advance via the notes field).
Oversized luggage such as surfboards or golf bags.
Transport for differently-abled passengers (separate service).
Transport for pets.

Vehicles & capacity

Pick the vehicle that fits your group and luggage — pricing is per vehicle, not per seat:

Standard Car — up to 2 adults, 2 check-in bags and 2 carry-on bags. Service № LK3PEWWWTC
Standard Van — up to 5 adults, 5 check-in bags and 5 carry-on bags. Service № LKZDRZ638H
Large Van — up to 8 adults, 8 check-in bags and 8 carry-on bags. Service № LK7FMWDKB9
Standard Bus — up to 13 adults, 13 check-in bags and 13 carry-on bags. Service № LKYVXRHE7Y

Good to know

We track delayed inbound flights and adjust your pick-up at no extra charge.
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your pick-up time.
The fare already covers the driver's return leg — there is nothing more to pay on arrival.

Frequently asked questions

Where do I meet my driver at the airport?

Your chauffeur waits in the arrivals hall holding a Lakpura placard with the lead passenger's name. You get 60 minutes' free waiting time after landing.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

We monitor your inbound flight and move the pick-up to match — there is no extra charge for a delayed arrival.

How many people can the transfer carry?

From 1 to 15 passengers depending on the vehicle, from a Standard Car up to a Standard Bus. Pricing is per vehicle for the whole journey.

Is the price per person or per vehicle?

Per vehicle. The Colombo (CMB) Airport to Dambulla transfer starts from US$64 for the whole car, including taxes, tolls and the driver's return.