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Cheapest round-trip
$524
Typical prices: $553-$822
China Eastern
Sat 10/27Sat 11/17
CMB - NRT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$761
Typical prices: $863-$1,367
SriLankan Airlines
Fri 10/12Thu 10/25
CMB - NRT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 8h 32m
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Cheapest • 3% average savings
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Most punctual • 82% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 51% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 16% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $601 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 24m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Colombo to Tokyo (CMB-TYO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Colombo to Tokyo

Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17
China Eastern Logo
8:20 pm - 8:55 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
21h 05m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:50 pm - 7:00 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$524China Eastern
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 17
China Eastern Logo
10:35 pm - 12:50 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
34h 45m2 stops Kunming Changshui Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
1:50 pm - 7:00 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
32h 40m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$532China Eastern
Sun, Sep 27 - Sat, Oct 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 am - 8:00 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
27h 55m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 9:50 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 25m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$586Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 2 - Thu, Oct 15
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:10 am - 8:00 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
26h 20m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:55 am - 9:50 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
16h 25m1 stop Ho Chi Minh City
$596Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Jan 31
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 3:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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8:50 am - 11:25 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
18h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$677Cathay Pacific
Mon, Jan 18 - Sat, Jan 23
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 8:20 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
16h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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2:25 pm - 11:25 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$685Cathay Pacific
Mon, Oct 12 - Sun, Oct 25
SriLankan Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 8:10 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
8h 50mnonstop
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11:20 am - 5:30 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9h 40mnonstop
$761SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Tue, Jan 5
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8:30 pm - 8:10 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
8h 10mnonstop
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11:20 am - 5:30 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9h 40mnonstop
$783SriLankan Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 23
Malaysia Airlines Logo
1:05 am - 5:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
12h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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9:45 am - 11:35 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
17h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$787Malaysia Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Wed, Oct 7
Malaysia Airlines Logo
12:05 am - 6:05 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
14h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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9:45 pm - 9:50 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
15h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$794Malaysia Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo start at $524. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $553 to $822. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $524 on China Eastern.

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 $660 round-trip, 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?

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 6% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo at $561 round-trip.
  • March ($913) and April ($716) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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 51% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights

Low season

November

Cheapest flight

$309
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 1% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 37% increase in price.
Flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo Narita Airport

When to book flights from Colombo to Tokyo

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Colombo to Tokyo based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

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

  • 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).

  • 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

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $601 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to $1,015 for nonstop.

  • 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) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Hong Kong Intl (HKG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 17% on the Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $597 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $711, a difference of $114. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed 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, 18% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 56 minutes.

  • 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% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Tokyo?

    Some of the most popular sights in Tokyo are Ginza, Shinjuku Train Station and Haneda Airport International Terminal Train Station. These are among the most viewed places in Tokyo on KAYAK.

  • 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 7:50 pm and lands at 4:22 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:30 pm and lands at 5:02 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 32m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 26% above the route average of $667. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo takes 8h 32m, 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 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $455.

  • How does SriLankan Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights?

    SriLankan Airlines is the only airline operating Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights. 82% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Evening flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 24m, compared with 13h 38m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) 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 car rental options are available in Tokyo?

    Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) — daily rates from around $17:

    • Yesaway
    • Times
    • IX Rental
    • Avis
    • Wheego

    Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) — daily rates from around $14:

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo range from $553 to $822, with an average of $667 over the past 12 months. Anything below $553 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $597 - about $114 less than Wednesday (16% 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 51% 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 October. Fares historically average $561 round-trip in that month - typically $352 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 layover option averages $601 round-trip on this route - about $414 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 Villa Fontaine Premier Haneda Airport, WorldHotels

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Direct departures

Colombo Bandaranaike Intl to Tokyo

Monday

SriLankan Airlines

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Wednesday

SriLankan Airlines

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Friday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

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Direct returns

Tokyo to Colombo Bandaranaike Intl

Tuesday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Thursday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Saturday

SriLankan Airlines

SriLankan Airlines

Sunday

SriLankan Airlines

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