Fly private between Mattala and Colombo from US$8,000 for a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX). Get an instant quote.
We fly Mattala (HRI) ⇄ Colombo (CMB) in both directions, on the same aircraft and guide pricing.
Mattala and Colombo lie approximately 169 km apart (105 mi / 91 nm) on a direct routing.
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Chartering a private jet from Mattala to Colombo (and Colombo to Mattala) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a very light jet such as the Embraer Phenom 100EV. Charters on this route are dog- and pet-friendly, with in-cabin access for your companion.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. With seating for 6-9, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. It seats 4-6 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (LKR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 44 min | 40 min – 48 min | Rs2,480,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 38 min | 34 min – 42 min | Rs2,950,000 | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (LKR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 44 min | Rs2,480,000 – Rs3,410,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 43 min | Rs2,790,000 – Rs3,720,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (LKR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 38 min | Rs2,950,000 – Rs4,190,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 38 min | Rs3,260,000 – Rs4,650,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 37 min | Rs3,570,000 – Rs4,960,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
The return leg uses the same aircraft and guide pricing; timings may shift up to ±10% depending on winds.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
On Mattala–Colombo, pricing is a function of the route distance and headwinds, fuel costs at both ends, and handling charges at origin and destination. We verify against current aircraft availability before quoting a firm price.
Both cities are served by several airports, giving flexibility on slots and routing:
Mattala, Sri Lanka: Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.
Colombo, Sri Lanka: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and Colombo Ratmalana International Airport.
| Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport | Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | VCRI / HRI | VCBI / CMB |
| Longest hard runway | 11,483 ft | 10,991 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 157 ft | 30 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Mattala to Colombo can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. The tighter of the two runways is Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport at 10,991 ft, against the 6,000 ft needed by the most demanding type on the list, the Bombardier Global 7500 — 4,991 ft of margin. The leg is 169 km.
Alternates within range: Weerawila Airport (4,000 ft, 13 km) · Hambantota Seaplane Base · Tissa Tank Waterdrome · Mawella Lagoon Seaplane Base · Colombo Ratmalana International Airport (6,013 ft, 40 km) · Dandugama Seaplane Base · Kelani-Peliyagoda Seaplane Base · Beira Lake Seaplane Base
You speak to people, not chatbots. A response with real aircraft options is typically with you within the hour.
No hubs, no layovers, no fixed departures. The Mattala–Colombo sector leaves when you do.
A private terminal, a direct boarding ramp, and 44 min to your destination. That's the full journey.
More airport choice means fewer ground miles. We match the airfield to your final address, not the nearest hub.
Demand on Mattala–Colombo comes from corporate trips and getaways in equal measure — a domestic route where private charter pays off in time and privacy.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 44 min in the air over 169 km (105 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
Turboprop, Very Light Jet are the usual choices here; our pick is a turboprop for value and comfort on this distance.
Often yes: same-day and next-day Mattala–Colombo departures are possible when aircraft and crew are positioned nearby.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Yes — the route is fully bidirectional, with the same guide price and timing on the return leg.
