Cheap Calls to Sri Lanka — From $0.4091/min
Country code: +94
Landline
BEST VALUE10 min call = $4.09
Mobile
10 min call = $4.09
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How Much Does a Call to Sri Lanka Cost?
Quick reference at our base rate of $0.4091/min:
Rate Breakdown — Sri Lanka
Rates vary by carrier and line type. Here's exactly what you'll pay per minute.
| Destination | Rate/min | 10 min call |
|---|---|---|
| Sri Lanka - Mobile Hutch | $0.4091/min | $4.09 |
| Sri Lanka - Mobile Dialog | $0.4091/min | $4.09 |
| Sri Lanka - Lanka Bell | $0.4091/min | $4.09 |
| Sri Lanka - Dialog Mobile | $0.4091/min | $4.09 |
| Sri Lanka - Etisalat Mobile | $0.4091/min | $4.09 |
| Sri Lanka - Suntel | $0.4091/min | $4.09 |
| Sri Lanka - Airtel Mobile | $0.4138/min | $4.14 |
| Sri Lanka - Mobitel Mobile | $0.4221/min | $4.22 |
| Sri Lanka - Dbn - Dialog | $0.4284/min | $4.28 |
| Sri Lanka - Slt | $0.4359/min | $4.36 |
| Sri Lanka - SLT | $0.4359/min | $4.36 |
| Sri Lanka | $0.4502/min | $4.50 |
Rates are per minute, billed per started minute. No connection fees. Updated regularly.
Calling Sri Lanka — Things to Know
- WhatsApp and Viber are both widely used in Sri Lanka. Viber has a particularly strong presence — it was the first major messaging app adopted in the country. For app-to-app calls, either works well in urban areas.
- Dialog Axiata is Sri Lanka's largest mobile carrier (over 50% market share), followed by Mobitel (SLT) and Hutch. Dialog numbers start with 77, Mobitel with 71, Hutch with 78.
- Sri Lanka shares the same time zone as India (UTC+5:30) despite being a separate country. This makes it easy to remember the time difference — same as India.
- Internet connectivity has improved significantly in urban Sri Lanka, but rural areas (especially in the hill country and north) can have patchy data coverage. Phone calls through telephone networks remain more reliable.
- Sri Lanka has two major holiday seasons: Sinhala and Tamil New Year (April 13-14) and Christmas. Expect busy phone lines during these periods.
- English is widely spoken in urban Sri Lanka, especially in business contexts. Sinhala and Tamil are the two official languages.
- BubblyPhone reaches all Sri Lankan carriers — Dialog, Mobitel, Hutch, and Airtel — plus all landline numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest way to call Sri Lanka from the US?
Google Voice offers $0.04/min to Sri Lanka. BubblyPhone starts at $0.4091/min with no minimum prepay or monthly fees. AT&T without a plan charges $0.40/min.
How much does a 10-minute call to Sri Lanka cost?
With BubblyPhone, about $0.60. With Google Voice, $0.40. With AT&T without a plan, $4.00.
Can I call Dialog numbers in Sri Lanka?
Yes. BubblyPhone reaches all Sri Lankan carriers — Dialog (77), Mobitel (71), Hutch (78), and Airtel (75). Just dial +94 followed by the number without the leading 0.
What is Sri Lanka's country code?
Sri Lanka's country code is +94. From the US, dial 011 + 94 + area code + number. From a mobile, dial +94 followed by the number (drop the leading 0).
What time should I call Sri Lanka?
Sri Lanka is UTC+5:30, the same as India. Evening in Sri Lanka (6:30–9:30 PM) is 8–11 AM US Eastern. Sri Lanka does not observe daylight saving time.
Is Viber popular in Sri Lanka?
Yes, Viber was one of the first messaging apps widely adopted in Sri Lanka and remains very popular. Viber app-to-app calls are free, but for calling landlines or non-Viber users, BubblyPhone offers reliable phone-to-phone calling.
Do I need an app to call Sri Lanka?
No. BubblyPhone works in your web browser with no downloads needed. We also have iOS and Android apps. All platforms share the same account.
Are there any hidden fees?
BubblyPhone has no connection fees, monthly fees, or minimum balance requirements. You pay only for the minutes you use, billed per minute.
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