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Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base (DWO)
Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base serves Colombo and Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte as a compact gateway for domestic seaplane flights to Kandy, Hatton, Koggala and other popular destinations across Sri Lanka. Compare road transfer options to central Colombo, Battaramulla and nearby areas to plan your onward journey.
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About Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base
Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base is a domestic water aerodrome serving Colombo and Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte, Sri Lanka. It handles seaplane flights that link the capital region with popular destinations across the island, offering a fast alternative to longer road journeys.
The base is located on Diyawanna Oya lake in the Battaramulla area, close to the Parliament complex. It is used for scheduled domestic seaplane services, including Cinnamon Air and SriLankan Airlines air taxi operations, with connections to destinations such as Kandy, Hatton, Koggala, Dickwella, Batticaloa and Sigiriya.
Central Colombo is approximately 8 km away, and the base is within easy reach of Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte and surrounding business and residential areas. Road connections by taxi, private transfer and rental car make it simple to continue to the city, while Bandaranaike International Airport lies about 31 km away for international flights.
The facility is compact, which allows for a straightforward passenger experience with short walking distances and quick boarding. Basic waiting amenities are available on site, with more extensive hotels, cafés and restaurants located nearby in Battaramulla and Colombo.
Terminal Overview
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Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base operates through a single compact passenger facility on the edge of Diyawanna Oya lake. Scheduled domestic seaplane services, including Cinnamon Air and SriLankan Airlines air taxi operations, use the base for connections to destinations such as Kandy, Hatton, Koggala and other regional points.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Diyawanna Oya Seaplane Base
Transfers
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