Much faster! Cinnamon Air has 1-hour flights. Consider fly one way, drive other.

Yes, A9 fully restored and well-maintained. Safe and comfortable.

What's special about Jaffna?

Tamil culture, Hindu temples, Dutch colonial heritage, unique cuisine (crab curry, palmyra products).

Should we stop in Anuradhapura?

Highly recommended! Break journey and explore UNESCO sacred city.

Is Jaffna worth visiting?

Absolutely! Authentic Tamil culture, historic sites, and delicious food.

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Colombo to Jaffna Transfer

Capital to north: from Colombo's bustle to Jaffna's Tamil heritage.

400 km

8-9 hours

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Private Transfer from Colombo to Jaffna

Sri Lanka's ultimate north-south odyssey. This 400 km journey connects the Sinhalese capital with the Tamil north—a cultural and culinary adventure through the island's spine. Strongly consider stopping overnight in Anuradhapura to break the journey and explore the sacred city.

Distance

400 km

from Colombo

Travel Time

8-9 hours

approximate

Best Time to Travel

Very early morning or consider overnight stop in Anuradhapura

Why Choose Sri Lanka Airport Transfers?

Over 5,000 happy customers trust us for their journey

Meet & Greet Service

Driver waits with your name board at arrivals

Flight Tracking

We monitor your flight and adjust for delays

Free Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours before for full refund

Child Seats Available

Free child seats on request

English-Speaking Drivers

All drivers speak fluent English

Fixed Prices

No hidden fees, no surge pricing

Route Information

Everything you need to know about your journey from Colombo to Jaffna

Your Journey

Colombo

Pick-up location

400 km8-9 hours

Scenic drive with professional driver

Jaffna

Drop-off at your hotel

Route Highlights

1
Capital departure
2
A9 highway journey
3
Cultural transition
4
Tamil peninsula arrival

Travel Tip

Very early morning or consider overnight stop in Anuradhapura

Fixed Price • No Hidden Fees

Select Your Vehicle

All vehicles include meet & greet, flight tracking, and 60 minutes free waiting time.

Comfortable SUV

Ideal for families with extra luggage space and premium comfort.

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Passengers

Luggage

Air Conditioning

Bottled Water

Free WiFi

Phone Charger

Extra Legroom

Transfer to Jaffna

$210USD

LKR 66,500

One-way

Includes: Meet & greet • Flight tracking • 60 min free waiting • All tolls & taxes

Our Premium Fleet

Modern, well-maintained vehicles for your comfort and safety

Premium Sedan

3 passengers • 2 bags

Comfortable SUV

5 passengers • 4 bags

Spacious Van

8 passengers • 6 bags

Luxury Vehicle

3 passengers • 3 bags

All vehicles include

Air Conditioning

Free WiFi

Bottled Water

USB Charger

Child Seat Available

English Speaking Driver

Popular Attractions in Jaffna

Discover these amazing places during your visit. We can take you there!

Nallur Kandaswamy

Jaffna's famous Hindu temple.

Jaffna Fort

Dutch colonial fortress.

Anuradhapura

UNESCO sacred city en route.

Casuarina Beach

Jaffna's famous beach.

Need a ride to these attractions?Book a day tour

Frequently Asked Questions

Questions About Jaffna Transfers

Everything you need to know about traveling from Colombo to Jaffna

About 8-9 hours (400 km). We strongly recommend Anuradhapura overnight stop.

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