Travelling from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB) to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 35 minutes.
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is three hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Each week, there are four Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as early as possible, take the 19:50 SriLankan Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure is at 20:35 with SriLankan Airlines.
Give yourself enough time to make your CMB to NRT flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Jetting into Tokyo (and then discovering more of Japan!) is easy with SriLankan Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport.
Most travellers choose to fly with SriLankan Airlines on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for CMB to NRT flights is SriLankan Airlines.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CMB and NRT:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Handy information about Colombo Bandaranayake Airport (CMB)
69% of flights departing from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Colombo to Colombo Bandaranayake Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CMB:
Arriving at Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Reserve a hotel near NRT if you have a late Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Tokyo Narita Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Rental, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Rental to explore Tokyo and beyond.
Booking your ride from Tokyo Narita Airport about four weeks in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
When to fly to Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport. May is the most popular month to head to Tokyo. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC. Book your flights from Colombo Bandaranayake Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CMB to NRT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC and 15ºC on average.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover other parts of Japan. Journey about 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its popular sights. From Dotonbori to Osaka Castle and Universal Studios Japan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres west of Tokyo, Nagoya is another favourite stop in Japan. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Nagoya Castle, Ninomaru Garden and Sky Promenade.