Essential Travel Tips for Sri Lanka

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Bandaranaike International Airport in Sri Lanka

Bandaranaike International Airport is the main international gateway to Sri Lanka (also known as Colombo International Airport), located approximately 30 km north of Colombo commercial capital, about a 45-minute drive to downtown Colombo.

The airport offers modern facilities including:

  • 24-hour currency exchange services
  • Duty-free shopping
  • Food courts and restaurants
  • Free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal
  • Tourist information counters
  • Taxi services and car rentals

We recommend arriving at the airport at least 3 hours before your international flight departure to allow sufficient time for check-in and security procedures.

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