Private Transfer
Bandaranaike Airport (BIA) → Hikkaduwa
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
141 km
Duration
2.5 – 3 hours
Starting from
$71
Trip type
One-way
Bandaranaike Airport (BIA) to Hikkaduwa Transfer
From Bandaranaike Airport the route passes through or around Colombo and onto the Southern Expressway, reaching Hikkaduwa via the south coast in around 2.5 to 3 hours. Hikkaduwa is a well-established beach resort with a protected coral reef.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
The route passes through or around Colombo then takes the Southern Expressway (E01) south to near Galle, before the A2 coastal road runs north-east to Hikkaduwa. Road quality is good throughout; the expressway is the dominant time-saver.
Scenery
The Southern Expressway passes flat coastal lowlands. The final coastal A2 stretch between Galle and Hikkaduwa runs directly alongside the sea, with coral reef waters visible through palm trees and small fishing coves.
★ Travel Tips
- Night arrivals can reach Hikkaduwa in under 2.5 hours when Colombo traffic is minimal.
- Morning arrivals should allow 30 to 45 extra minutes for Colombo city traffic.
- The coral reef at Hikkaduwa is best snorkelled at high tide and in the morning before the wind picks up.
⊟ Train Alternative
A coastal passenger train runs from Colombo Fort to Hikkaduwa but does not serve Bandaranaike Airport directly.
$ Pricing Breakdown
Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra. Price per vehicle, not per person.
This is a standard estimate based on distance
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✓ Included
- Private A/C vehicle
- English-speaking driver
- Fuel
- Door-to-door service
- Meet & greet (airports)
× Not included
- Toll charges
- Parking fees
- Waiting charges
- Driver accommodation (overnight trips)
Towns Along the Way
Your driver can stop at points of interest along the way, just ask.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a Bandaranaike Airport (BIA) to Hikkaduwa transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $71 per vehicle (one-way). The rate is $0.5 per km with a minimum fare of $50. Tolls, parking & waiting charges extra.
How long is the Bandaranaike Airport (BIA) to Hikkaduwa drive?+
Approximately 141 km — around 2.5 – 3 hours. Times vary with traffic and any stops.
Can I book a return trip?+
Yes. Return transfers are quoted separately. Mention your return date in the notes when enquiring.
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Bandaranaike Airport (BIA) → Hikkaduwa
141 km · From $71
Fleet Options
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Plan Your Visit
Top Places to Visit in Hikkaduwa
Make the most of your trip — these attractions are in and around Hikkaduwa.
0 kmHikkaduwa Beach
A 3km surf and coral beach 100km from Colombo, with a designated coral sanctuary, resident green sea turtles, consistent surf, and the south coast's most active nightlife strip.
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17 kmGalle Fort
A Dutch colonial fort built in 1663, enclosing a 400-year-old town of 400 buildings within 36 hectares on a rocky peninsula in Galle city.
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Madu Ganga Wetlands (Balapitiya Boat Safari)
A Ramsar-listed mangrove estuary near Balapitiya with 64 islands, 300+ plant species, river cinnamon processing, and resident crocodiles — explored by traditional wooden boat.
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18 kmGalle Lighthouse
A working 18m Dutch-era lighthouse inside Galle Fort, first lit in 1848, marking the entrance to Galle Harbour — the oldest lighthouse in Sri Lanka.
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Unawatuna Beach
A sheltered crescent bay 3km south of Galle with calm year-round swimming, coral reefs 50m offshore, and the highest concentration of guesthouses on the south coast.
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21 kmJungle Beach (Rumassala)
A secluded 150m cove on the forested Rumassala headland, 10 minutes from Unawatuna, with no food vendors, dense jungle to the waterline, and cleaner water than the main bay.
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