Welcome to Kandy, the city that looks like it was painted by a particularly inspired artist who had an endless supply of green and a penchant for tea. While Kandy may not have direct flight routes that leap off our platform like a caffeine-fueled squirrel, it's still an essential stop on your Sri Lankan journey. The closest airport, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is a scenic drive away, where you’ll encounter the usual suspects: customs queues, overpriced snacks, and the existential dread of airport architecture.
From CMB, you can hop on a flight to popular destinations such as Colombo, Male, or even the exotic allure of Dubai. But hey, if you're feeling particularly adventurous, why not take the scenic train ride from Kandy to Colombo? It’s like a roller coaster, but with more tea and fewer safety regulations.
Travel tip: when packing your luggage, remember that every extra shirt is just an invitation to have your suitcase become the reluctant subject of a customs inspection. And if you’re transiting through Doha, you might just find yourself in an airport that has more shops than actual people. Use FlyDoha to compare flights because let’s face it, why pay more for the same unobtainable seat? Seasonal travel patterns suggest that visiting during the dry season (December to March) is like trying to find a seat on a bus during rush hour—everyone wants in!