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

Yala travel guide

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Yala is a must-see destination in Southern, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Yala to see all of its attractions.

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When to visit Yala

Yala in February
Estimated hotel price
$44
1 night at 3-star hotel
Yala in February
Estimated hotel price
$44
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Yala

Plane

Although Yala doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l (HRI), which is located 44 km from Yala.

Car

Another option to get to Yala is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 195 km from Yala. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.

Plane

Although Yala doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l (HRI), which is located 44 km from Yala.

Car

Another option to get to Yala is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 195 km from Yala. You’ll find branches of NU Car and Hertz, among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Yala

BTCBatticaloa
NUFHatton Castlereigh Reservoir
HRIHambantota Mattala Rajapaksa Int'l

Airlines serving Yala

Red Wings

Where to stay in Yala

Average rates range from around $300 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $480 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Yala

Hiring a car in Yala

Expect to pay $2.02 per litre in Yala (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.

Expect to pay $2.02 per litre in Yala (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.

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