Private Transfer
Mattala Airport → Hikkaduwa
Door-to-door private transfer · Experienced English-speaking driver
Distance
140 km
Duration
2 – 3 hours
Starting from
$70
Trip type
One-way
Mattala Airport to Hikkaduwa Transfer
From Mattala Airport, the route heads west along the coast via Hambantota, Matara, and Galle before reaching Hikkaduwa in 2 to 3 hours.
What the Drive Is Like
Roads
The A2 east from Hikkaduwa through Galle and Matara, then the E01 Southern Expressway or A2 east to Hambantota and the airport road to Mattala. The expressway section is fast and smooth; the A2 through coastal towns is two-lane with moderate traffic.
Scenery
The south-west coast section passes surf spots, Galle Fort, and fishing harbours before the road turns inland through flat dry terrain toward the sparse Hambantota district.
★ Travel Tips
- Mattala Airport (HRI) has minimal facilities; confirm your flight timing and arrive with food and water.
- Galle is a practical stop for a meal before the more remote final leg.
- Early morning is the quietest time on the A2 through Hikkaduwa and Galle.
$ 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 Mattala Airport to Hikkaduwa transfer cost?+
Private transfers start from $70 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 Mattala Airport to Hikkaduwa drive?+
Approximately 140 km — around 2 – 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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Mattala Airport → Hikkaduwa
140 km · From $70
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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