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Cheapest return flight
£448
Typical prices: £432-£626
Vietnam Airlines
Thu 29/11Sun 9/12
CMB - NRT • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£2,110
Typical prices: £633-£1,022
SriLankan Airlines
Wed 19/12Wed 26/12
CMB - NRT • Direct
Direct flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 8h 14m
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Top routes
CMB - HND
Cheapest • 2% average savings
CMB - NRT
Most popular
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Avoid delays
SriLankan Airlines
Most punctual • 83% on-time
Evening
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
June
Cheapest • 12% price drop
March
Most popular
Good to know
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Top stopover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg £449 (return)
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
Shortest trip • 13h 17m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Tokyo (CMB-TYO)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Colombo to Tokyo

Sun, 29 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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01:55 - 07:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
26h 20m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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09:30 - 00:40NRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 40m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
£448Vietnam Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 9 Dec
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01:55 - 07:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
26h 20m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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09:30 - 00:40NRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 40m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
£462Vietnam Airlines
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:40 - 06:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
19h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:30 - 09:50NRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
25h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£466Multiple Airlines
Sun, 29 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec
Vietnam Airlines Logo
01:55 - 07:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
26h 20m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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09:30 - 00:40NRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 40m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
£474Vietnam Airlines
Fri, 27 Nov - Fri, 11 Dec
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01:55 - 07:45CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
26h 20m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
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09:30 - 00:40NRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 40m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
£486Vietnam Airlines
Tue, 16 Feb - Mon, 1 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
07:30 - 17:30CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
30h 30m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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00:05 - 11:00HND  Tokyo Haneda-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
14h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
£499Multiple Airlines
Tue, 16 Feb - Tue, 2 Mar
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22:50 - 22:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
20h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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14:20 - 21:05HND  Tokyo Haneda-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 15m2 stops Beijing Capital Chengdu Tianfu Intl
£512Multiple Airlines
Sun, 14 Feb - Wed, 24 Feb
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00:45 - 21:40CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
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16:40 - 23:30HND  Tokyo Haneda-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
34h 20m1 stop Singapore Changi
£527Singapore Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov
Cathay Pacific Logo
00:45 - 21:15CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
17h 00m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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10:10 - 23:25HND  Tokyo Haneda-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
£540Cathay Pacific
Wed, 2 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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21:45 - 19:50CMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
18h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Batik Air Logo
10:25 - 20:45NRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
13h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£543Batik Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights

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How much is a return flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo typically range from £432 to £626. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £448 on Vietnam Airlines.

What is the cheapest Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flight route?

There's little price difference between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo routes. They average around £504 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

•June is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo at £447 return.
•March (£705) and April (£535) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 57% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo the cheapest?

Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Colombo to Tokyo

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Japan Airlines

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site, Leave Your Daily Hell, in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SriLankan Airlines and CMB

An avid traveller and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg, among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on NRT

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

£228
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport

When to book flights from Colombo to Tokyo

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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo:

    • Earliest: departs at 19:50 and lands at 04:04
    • Latest: departs at 20:30 and lands at 04:44.

    The flight takes about 8h 14m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    A direct flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo takes 8h 14m, covering 4,246 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flight?

    Return flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo range from £432 to £626, with an average of £509 over the past 12 months. Anything below £432 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 24% above the £509 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £449 return via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared with £784 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    SriLankan Airlines is the only airline operating Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights. 83% of its flights are on time.

  • How are flight departures from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo spread across the day?

    Evening is the busiest departure period on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights, with 100% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, Afternoon flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo looking right now?

    One-way fares from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £284, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in Tokyo?

    Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) – daily rates from around £14:

    • Yesaway
    • Times
    • IX Rental
    • Avis
    • Wheego

    Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) – daily rates from around £10:

    • IX Rental
    • Yesaway
    • Relax Rent A Car
    • Times
    • JDM Rent a car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo usually depart from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl (CMB) and may arrive at several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 3h 15m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo pass through?

    One-stop flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo most commonly connect through:

    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 30% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 18% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £444 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at £545, a difference of £101.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Only SriLankan Airlines operates flights between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Tokyo.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 13h 17m, compared to 13h 42m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 14h 25m via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK).

  • What is the time difference between Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport and Tokyo?

    Tokyo is 3 hours ahead of Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport (Japan Time vs India Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tokyo?

    Akihabara Electric Town is one of the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • SriLankan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Japan Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Business Class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £444, about £101 less than Wednesday fares (19% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo trip for June. Fares historically average £447 return in that month – typically £259 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £449 return on this route – about £336 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Tokyo Haneda Airport.

    • Hotel Villa Fontaine Grand Haneda Airport, WorldHotels
    • The Royal Park Hotel Tokyo Haneda Airport Terminal 3
    • Hotel Mystays Haneda

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Direct departures

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Tokyo

Monday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Wednesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Friday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

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Tokyo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Thursday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

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