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

Nuwara Eliya travel guide

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You're Going to Love Nuwara Eliya

With a population of 25,775, Nuwara Eliya is a must-see destination in Central, Sri Lanka. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Nuwara Eliya to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Nuwara Eliya

Nuwara Eliya in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 3772
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nuwara Eliya in September
Estimated hotel price
₹ 3772
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Nuwara Eliya

Plane

Although Nuwara Eliya doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 16 miles from Nuwara Eliya.

Car

Another option to get to Nuwara Eliya is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 65 miles from Nuwara Eliya. You’ll find branches of Xdrive Mobility and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Plane

Although Nuwara Eliya doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hatton Castlereigh Reservoir (NUF), which is located 16 miles from Nuwara Eliya.

Car

Another option to get to Nuwara Eliya is to pick up a car hire from Colombo, which is about 65 miles from Nuwara Eliya. You’ll find branches of Xdrive Mobility and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Colombo.

Airports near Nuwara Eliya

CMBColombo Bandaranaike Intl
DWOColombo Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base
NUFHatton Castlereigh Reservoir

Airlines serving Nuwara Eliya

Lufthansa
Good (8,279 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,266 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,108 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,018 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,680 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,547 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,418 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,783 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (1,397 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,044 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (438 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (13,096 reviews)
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Where to stay in Nuwara Eliya

Average rates range from around ₹ 4,698 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 12,203 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Nuwara Eliya

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Queenswood Cottage
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,730+
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Hiring a car in Nuwara Eliya

Expect to pay ₹ 137 per litre in Nuwara Eliya (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,640 and ₹ 2,186.

Expect to pay ₹ 137 per litre in Nuwara Eliya (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,640 and ₹ 2,186.