Frequently asked questions

  • If you are in transit, there is a dedicated transit area. There is a transit hotel known as the "Serenediva Transit Hotel" for passengers who need to stay overnight. It is a good option for passengers who are between international flights.

  • https://www.airport.lk/passenger_guide/transit/transit_hotel

  • If you are not leaving the airport terminal, you are not required to fulfill the following requirements:

    - Transit e-Visa/ETA

    - Digital Arrival Card


  • There are restaurants, washrooms, shopping facilities, etc., available in the transit area at BIA for passengers' convenience. When boarding time is near, you may wait at the gates.
  • Lounge: To use the pay-per-use lounge for a short transit period (e.g., 2-3 hours), passengers can stay for 3 hours at the Executive lounge for 21 USD per passenger. If the period exceeds 03 hours, the customer should obtain a new fresh invitation.
  • Executive Lounge facilities include a buffet, tea/coffee, comfortable seating, washrooms, internet, etc.
  • It is possible for passengers to make a booking for the Executive Lounge facility by clicking on the link below
  • https://www.airport.lk/fast_track/indvidual_bookings (Select the package name “Garnet Package” for Executive Lounge facility).