Ratnapura Travel Guide

Ratnapura Tourism | Ratnapura Guide

You're Going to Love Ratnapura

With a population of 47,832, Ratnapura is the largest city in Sabaragamuwa, 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 Ratnapura to see all of its attractions.

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ratnapura in February, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 22 °C, with an average temperature of 27 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 476 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Ratnapura, with an average rainfall of 111 mm.

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Although Ratnapura doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 28 km from Ratnapura.

Car

Another option to get to Ratnapura is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 67 km from Ratnapura. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.

Plane

Although Ratnapura doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 28 km from Ratnapura.

Car

Another option to get to Ratnapura is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 67 km from Ratnapura. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Ratnapura

CMBColombo Bandaranaike Intl

DWOColombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base

NUFHatton Castlereigh Reservoir

Airlines serving Ratnapura

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Qatar Airways

Good (3,563 reviews)

Air Canada

Good (9,244 reviews)

Scandinavian Airlines

Good (1,349 reviews)

Finnair

Good (1,275 reviews)

Alaska Airlines

Excellent (9,968 reviews)

Etihad Airways

Good (1,203 reviews)

ITA Airways

Good (967 reviews)

Singapore Airlines

Excellent (1,292 reviews)

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Where to stay in Ratnapura

Average rates range from around $85 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $284 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ratnapura

Expect to pay $2.02 per litre in Ratnapura (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $24.17 and $32.23.

Ratnapura Tourism | Ratnapura Guide

You're Going to Love Ratnapura

When to visit Ratnapura

How to Get to Ratnapura

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Airports near Ratnapura

Airlines serving Ratnapura

Where to stay in Ratnapura

Where to stay in popular areas of Ratnapura

Hiring a car in Ratnapura