Which airport should I fly into for Katunayaka?

For long-haul and international flights, Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) is the main gateway near Katunayaka. The closest airport, Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), is the most convenient for transfers — weigh proximity against the breadth of flight connections.

How far is the airport from Katunayaka?

The nearest is about 1 mi (1 km) away. The table above shows the distance and an estimated transfer time for each airport within about 300 km.

How do I get from the airport into Katunayaka?

Most airports offer taxis and ride-hailing, and many add a rail, metro or bus link into the city. Tap any airport above for a full guide with ground-transport options, lounges and transit details.

Airports Near Katunayaka

The closest airports to Katunayaka, Sri Lanka: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.

The nearest airport to Katunayaka, Sri Lanka is Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), about 1 mi (1 km) away — roughly 2 min by road. It also serves as the area's main international gateway.

Code	Airport	Distance	Transfer	Type
CMB	Bandaranaike International Colombo AirportColombo, Sri Lanka	1 mi / 1 km	2 min	International
RML	Colombo Ratmalana AirportColombo, Sri Lanka	24 mi / 39 km	47 min	Regional
KCT	Koggala AirportGalle, Sri Lanka	86 mi / 139 km	2 hr	Regional
HIM	Hingurakgoda AirportPolonnaruwa Town, Sri Lanka	96 mi / 155 km	2 hr 14 min	Regional
HRI	Mattala Rajapaksa International AirportMattala, Sri Lanka	104 mi / 168 km	2 hr 26 min	International
WRZ	Weerawila International AirportWeerawila, Sri Lanka	112 mi / 180 km	2 hr 36 min	International
ADP	Ampara AirportAmpara, Sri Lanka	120 mi / 193 km	2 hr 47 min	Regional
BTC	Batticaloa AirportBatticaloa, Sri Lanka	128 mi / 206 km	2 hr 59 min	Regional

Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.

Which airport is best?

For the shortest transfer, Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB) is the most convenient at about 1 mi out. Larger airports a little farther out can offer more connections, so it's worth comparing fares before booking.

Getting to and from the airport

Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Katunayaka. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with CMB.

Hotels near the airport

For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near CMB saves a stressful morning transfer.

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Travel tips

Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.

Frequently asked questions

The nearest airport to Katunayaka is Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport (CMB), about 1 mi (1 km) away — roughly 2 min by road.