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

Weligama travel guide

Weligama Tourism | Weligama Guide

You're Going to Love Weligama

With a population of 22,179, Weligama is a must-see destination in Southern, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Weligama has to offer.

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When to visit Weligama

Weligama in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 561
1 night at 3-star hotel
Weligama in September
Estimated hotel price
AED 561
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Weligama

Plane

When flying to Weligama, you’ll arrive at Koggala (KCT), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Weligama is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 124 km from Weligama. You’ll find branches of Sri Lanka Rent a Car and AcaRent, among others, in Colombo.

Plane

When flying to Weligama, you’ll arrive at Koggala (KCT), which is located 12 km from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Weligama is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 124 km from Weligama. You’ll find branches of Sri Lanka Rent a Car and AcaRent, among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Weligama

KTYKalutara Katukurunda
BJTBentota River
HRIHambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l

Where to stay in Weligama

Average rates range from around AED 172 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to AED 633 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Weligama

Hiring a car in Weligama

Expect to pay AED 4.04 per litre in Weligama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 48.48 and AED 64.64.

Expect to pay AED 4.04 per litre in Weligama (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between AED 48.48 and AED 64.64.