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

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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Kandy to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Kandy

Kandy in September
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kandy in September
Estimated hotel price
$109
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kandy

Plane

Although Kandy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 48 km from Kandy.

Plane

Although Kandy doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 48 km from Kandy.

Airports near Kandy

CMBColombo Bandaranaike Intl
DWOColombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base
NUFHatton Castlereigh Reservoir

Airlines serving Kandy

KLM
Good (1,471 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,786 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,253 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,897 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,134 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,544 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,712 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,800 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,426 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,371 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,206 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,475 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (12,041 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,905 reviews)
China Eastern
Good (198 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (295 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (971 reviews)
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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 $74 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $269 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Kandy

Most booked hotels in Kandy

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Gangula Villa
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$65+
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Cinnamon Citadel Kandy
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$161+
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Sevana City Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$56+
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Hotel Casamara
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$66+
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Hiring a car in Kandy

Expect to pay $1.87 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 $22.44 and $29.92.

Expect to pay $1.87 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 $22.44 and $29.92.