Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Negombo travel guide

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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 August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 91
1 night at 3-star hotel
Negombo in August
Estimated hotel price
C$ 91
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 4 miles from the city centre

Car

Another option to get to Negombo is to pick up a car rental from Colombo, which is about 19 miles from Negombo. You’ll find branches of Ace and Europcar, among others, in Colombo.

Plane

When flying to Negombo, you’ll arrive at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), which is located 4 miles from the city centre

Car

Another option to get to Negombo is to pick up a car rental from Colombo, which is about 19 miles from Negombo. You’ll find branches of Ace and Europcar, among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Negombo

CMBColombo Bandaranaike Intl
DWOColombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base
NUFHatton Castlereigh Reservoir

Airlines serving Negombo

Lufthansa
Good (7,415 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,373 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,926 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,159 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,487 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,254 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,901 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,369 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (862 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,037 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,911 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (278 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 Hotel J Negombo, Negombo offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 45 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 113 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)
C$ 138+
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Jetwing Blue
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
C$ 132+
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Camelot Beach Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 121+
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Jetwing Sea
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
C$ 81+
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Randi Homestay
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
C$ 22+
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Amagi Aria Airport Transit Hotel
5 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
C$ 52+
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Renting a car in Negombo

Renting a car in Negombo costs C$ 177 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 65% more expensive than at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.56 per litre in Negombo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.66 and C$ 24.88. Compact (Perodua Axia or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Negombo, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Negombo costs C$ 177 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 65% more expensive than at Colombo Bandaranaike Intl.

Expect to pay C$ 1.56 per litre in Negombo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 18.66 and C$ 24.88. Compact (Perodua Axia or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Negombo, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

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