Flying from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is 14 hours ahead of Columbia, where Columbia Metropolitan Airport is located.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you can comfortably catch your CAE to Tokyo flight.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like October. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from CAE to Tokyo. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular options:
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Located around 10 kilometres from the centre of Columbia, CAE can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
In search of a hotel close to CAE? If you've booked an early flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Columbia Metropolitan Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 81% of flights that take off from CAE reach their destination on time.
CAE is located at 125-A Summer Lake.
How to find the cheapest flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Tokyo flight is $969. The cheapest price for a return flight is $1,539. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from CAE to Tokyo, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets are first released.
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Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
The distance from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 19 kilometres. It'll take you around 25 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 30 minutes to get there using public transport.
Consider staying in a hotel close to HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Tokyo. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about catching up on rest:
Reserving your ride from Tokyo Haneda International Airport about three weeks in advance of your flight from CAE to Tokyo can help you get the best possible rate.
The street address for HND is 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) is roughly 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. Following your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a taxi or ride-share.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 1 hour or so.
Hang the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel close to NRT. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your CAE to Tokyo flight:
Snap up the best price by reserving your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
You'll find Tokyo Narita International Airport at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
December is the quietest month for flights from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Tokyo, while March is the busiest. Figure out the ideal time to go to Tokyo based on whether you want a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Tokyo plane ticket, think about the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CAE to Tokyo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 15ºC (59ºF) on average.
More about Tokyo
Start your Tokyo trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Columbia Metropolitan Airport to Tokyo, check out our range of hotels including:
Sensho-ji and Tokyo Skytree are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Tokyo itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Ginza Central Street.
Explore more of Japan
Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've experienced Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan.
Nagoya is another well-known destination in Japan and is around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. No trip is complete without visiting Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.