Charter Colombo to Sigiriya privately from US$8,000, about 39 min in the air. Request your price in minutes.
Private jet charter from Colombo (CMB) to Sigiriya (GIU), and from Sigiriya (GIU) back to Colombo (CMB).
As the crow flies, Colombo to Sigiriya is roughly 127 kilometres — 79 miles, or 69 nautical miles.
From Rs2,480,000 · Reply within the hour · No obligation
Chartering a private jet from Colombo to Sigiriya (and Sigiriya to Colombo) ranges from US$8,000 for a turboprop like the Pilatus PC-12 NGX, up to US$15,500 for a light jet such as the Cessna Citation CJ3+. 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. 6-9 seats and 1,800 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. With seating for 4-6, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (LKR) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turboprop · rec. | 39 min | 35 min – 43 min | Rs2,480,000 | 6-9 |
| Very Light Jet | 35 min | 32 min – 39 min | Rs2,950,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 34 min | 31 min – 37 min | Rs3,410,000 | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (LKR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 39 min | Rs2,480,000 – Rs3,410,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 38 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 | 35 min | Rs2,950,000 – Rs4,190,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 34 min | Rs3,260,000 – Rs4,650,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 34 min | Rs3,570,000 – Rs4,960,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (LKR) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 34 min | Rs3,410,000 – Rs4,810,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 33 min | Rs3,720,000 – Rs5,270,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 33 min | Rs4,030,000 – Rs5,740,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
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 Colombo–Sigiriya, 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:
Colombo, Sri Lanka: Bandaranaike International Colombo Airport and Colombo Ratmalana International Airport.
Sigiriya, Sri Lanka: Sigiriya Air Force Base.
Airline schedules are fixed; yours doesn't have to be. Depart Colombo–Sigiriya when the time is right.
No queues, no security theatre. From kerb to cruising altitude in under 20 minutes.
Scheduled airlines serve a handful of airports; private jets open up dozens more within range of Colombo and Sigiriya.
We publish the price band (US$8,000 – US$15,500) so you can plan before committing. The confirmed quote has no surprises.
Demand on Colombo–Sigiriya 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 39 min in the air over 127 km (79 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Turboprop, Very Light Jet, Light Jet. We lead with a turboprop for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Colombo–Sigiriya charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Yes. Our Colombo–Sigiriya charters are dog- and pet-friendly with in-cabin access — note your pet in the enquiry.
Of course: Sigiriya to Colombo runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
