Introduction
What to do
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Negombo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Negombo

With a population of 137,223, Negombo is a must-see destination in Western, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Negombo to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Negombo

Negombo in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Negombo in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 1139
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Negombo in April, when the average temperature is 27 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is March, when it can get as cold as 23 °C, with an average temperature of 25 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 370 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Negombo, with an average rainfall of 60 mm.

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How to Get to Negombo

Plane

When flying to Negombo, you’ll arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Negombo is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 30 km from Negombo. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and AcaRent, among others, in Colombo.

Plane

When flying to Negombo, you’ll arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), which is located 6 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Negombo is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 30 km from Negombo. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and AcaRent, among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Negombo

KTYKalutara Katukurunda
CMBColombo Bandaranaike Intl
DWOColombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base

Airlines serving Negombo

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,572 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,520 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,043 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,012 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,662 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,409 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,487 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,449 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,296 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,288 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,401 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (281 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,907 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,082 reviews)
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Where to stay in Negombo

From 5-star hotels such as the Amagi Aria Airport Transit Hotel to great affordable options like the Goldi Sands Hotel, Negombo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 3,087 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 9,894 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Negombo

Most booked hotels in Negombo

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Sentido Heritance Negombo
5 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 11,423+
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Jetwing Blue
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
₹ 9,349+
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Good wood Airport Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,549+
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Camelot Beach Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
₹ 6,121+
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Jetwing Sea
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
₹ 5,147+
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Randi Homestay
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
₹ 1,597+
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Hiring a car in Negombo

Hiring a car in Negombo costs ₹ 4,009 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

Expect to pay ₹ 98 per litre in Negombo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,171 and ₹ 1,561. The most frequently booked car type in Negombo is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Perodua Axia or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Negombo costs ₹ 4,009 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 5% more expensive than at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

Expect to pay ₹ 98 per litre in Negombo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,171 and ₹ 1,561. The most frequently booked car type in Negombo is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Perodua Axia or similar) is, on average, 30% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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