Kandy travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kandy
With a population of 111 701, Kandy is the largest city in Central, Sri Lanka by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Kandy deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Kandy
How to Get to Kandy
Plane
Although Kandy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB), which is located 84 km from Kandy.
Car
Another option to get to Kandy is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 96 km from Kandy. You’ll find branches of SR RENT A CAR and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.
Airports near Kandy
Airlines serving Kandy
Where to stay in Kandy
From 5-star hotels such as the The Grand Kandyan to great affordable options like the Viyana Boutique Hotel, Kandy offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $67 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $195 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kandy
Most booked hotels in Kandy
Hiring a car in Kandy
Expect to pay $2.27 per litre in Kandy (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.24 and $36.32.