Flying from Colombo to Tokyo: what you need to know
Planning your holiday starts with figuring out where you'll fly out of in Colombo. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for booking a flight from Colombo to Tokyo taking off from here.
When it comes to choosing where to land in Tokyo, Haneda Airport (HND) and Narita International Airport (NRT) are the chief entry points.
Around 8 hours 30 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct Colombo to Tokyo flight.
To ensure you board your Colombo to Tokyo flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is a good rule of thumb.
If you're flying during a bank holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Security and check-in lines will be longer.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Tokyo
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Tokyo is $221. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $422. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Book one month before you want to travel. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap Colombo to Tokyo flights.
The best month for scoring cheap plane tickets from Colombo to Tokyo is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.
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Flying from Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
If you're searching for a direct flight from Colombo to Tokyo, you can depart from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Travel from CMB to Narita International Airport (NRT) in one continuous trip.
Check out the deals with SriLankan Airlines. This carrier offers direct Colombo to Tokyo plane tickets from CMB.
Consider adding a stopover to potentially save on your Colombo to Tokyo flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Bandaranaike International Airport. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The journey from central Colombo to CMB takes about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 40 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a handy hotel close to Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Colombo to Tokyo, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights leaving Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% touch down on time at their destination.
Arriving in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) is approximately 14 kilometres from the centre of Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 15 minutes.
Reserve a hotel near HND if you have a late flight from Colombo to Tokyo. Pick one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience the lesser-explored corners of Tokyo and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead of your Colombo to Tokyo flight.
HND is situated at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is around 56 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). As soon as your flight from Colombo to Tokyo has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 1 hour.
After your flight from Colombo to Tokyo, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to NRT. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Forget about inconvenient public transport schedules or cab lines. Pick up a Narita International Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Get the pick of the lot. Securing your ride from NRT four weeks in advance often means better prices and a wider choice of vehicles.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
February is the quietest month for flights from Colombo to Tokyo, while April is the most popular. Find the best time to visit Tokyo based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Colombo to Tokyo ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Colombo to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Tokyo right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Japan you'll want to see. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another essential stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.