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Weerawila Airport

Weerawila, Sri Lanka

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Weerawila Airport

Weerawila, Sri Lanka

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Small regional airport serving Sri Lanka's southern dry zone.

Location

Weerawila, Sri Lanka

Weerawila Airport is a small regional aerodrome located in the Hambantota District of southern Sri Lanka, near the town of Weerawila. It sits close to the Weerawila Wildlife Sanctuary and serves as an access point for the rural southern region of the island. The airport has historically seen limited scheduled commercial traffic and has primarily functioned as a domestic airstrip. Its remote location and proximity to national parks make it potentially useful for tourism-related light aviation, though regular airline services have been minimal or suspended at various times.

Getting to & from

Ground transport to and from Weerawila Airport relies primarily on private vehicles and taxis, as public transport connections are limited in this rural area.

Notable facts

›Located in the Hambantota District of southern Sri Lanka.
›Situated near the Weerawila Wildlife Sanctuary.
›Operates as a small domestic airstrip with limited scheduled services.
›IATA code WRZ and ICAO code VCCW are assigned to this airport.
›The surrounding area is known for its dry zone ecology and wildlife.

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A quiet southern gateway opening Sri Lanka's wild lagoon country

Weerawila Airport is a small domestic aerodrome located near the town of Weerawila in the Southern Province of Sri Lanka, close to the Weerawila Lagoon and the famed Yala National Park. It serves primarily as a light aircraft and charter facility, offering convenient access to Sri Lanka's most celebrated wildlife sanctuary without the long overland journey from Colombo. The airport operates on a modest scale, reflecting the rural and nature-driven character of the surrounding region.

Terminals

Main Terminal — A single small terminal building handling domestic charter and light aircraft arrivals and departures with basic passenger facilities.

Ground Transport

Private taxis arranged through hotels or tour operators
Three-wheeler (tuk-tuk) hire from nearby town
Hotel or safari lodge pick-up service

Nearby Hotels

Cinnamon Wild Yala
Jetwing Yala
Tissamaharama Raja Maha Vihara Rest House
Safari Village Yala

Dining

The airport itself has no dedicated restaurant or café facilities given its small scale. Visitors will find local Sri Lankan rice-and-curry eateries in nearby Tissamaharama town, and most safari lodges in the area provide full board or in-house dining. Fresh seafood and traditional southern Sri Lankan cuisine are highlights of the broader region.

Traveller Tips

Pre-arrange your safari lodge transfer before arrival, as formal transport options at the aerodrome are very limited.
Carry sufficient Sri Lankan rupees in cash, as ATMs are not available at or immediately near the airport.
Book Yala National Park safari slots in advance, especially during peak season from December to April.
Lightweight, neutral-coloured clothing is advisable given the proximity to wildlife areas and tropical heat.

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Encyclopaedia

Weerawila Airport is a domestic military and civilian airport located in Weerawila, in the Hambantota District of Sri Lanka. It is located approximately 13 km (8 mi) southeast from the newly built Mattala Rajapaksa International Airport.

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