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Cheapest round-trip
$574
Typical prices: $578-$837
China Eastern
Tue 12/4Tue 12/11
CMB - NRT • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$760
Typical prices: $847-$1,367
SriLankan Airlines
Fri 11/2Thu 11/15
CMB - NRT • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
4 days a week
You can fly direct with SriLankan Airlines. Average duration is 8h 14m
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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 travelers 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
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Top layover airports
Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG)
Cheapest • Avg $600 (round-trip)
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 round-trip flight deals from Colombo to Tokyo

Fri, Dec 4 - Fri, Dec 11
China Eastern Logo
8:50 pm - 3:55 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
15h 35m1 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
$574China Eastern
Mon, Mar 1 - Mon, Mar 8
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8:50 pm - 3:55 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
15h 35m1 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
$577China Eastern
Mon, Nov 2 - Tue, Nov 3
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 6:40 amCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
19h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 10:10 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 25m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$600Multiple Airlines
Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 2
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1:15 am - 5:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-HND Tokyo Haneda
12h 45m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:10 am - 3:55 pmHND  Tokyo Haneda-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 15m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$625Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 5 - Thu, Nov 19
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
$721Cathay Pacific
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
Cathay Pacific Logo
12:45 am - 3:30 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
2:25 pm - 11:25 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
12h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
$732Cathay Pacific
Sun, Nov 1 - Sun, Nov 15
SriLankan Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 3:50 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 05m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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11:20 am - 5:30 pmNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
9h 40mnonstop
$759SriLankan Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Sun, Nov 15
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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
$760SriLankan Airlines
Tue, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 8
Japan Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 3:50 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 05m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
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6:40 pm - 10:10 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 00m2 stops Osaka Kansai Intl Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$841Japan Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Wed, Dec 30
Japan Airlines Logo
1:15 am - 3:50 pmCMB  Colombo Bandaranaike Intl-NRT Tokyo Narita
11h 05m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
Japan Airlines Logo
6:15 pm - 10:10 amNRT  Tokyo Narita-CMB Colombo Bandaranaike Intl
19h 25m1 stop Bangkok Suvarnabhumi
$861Japan Airlines
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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 round-trip flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo typically range from $578 to $837. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $574, 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 $674 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?

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’s 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 $598 round-trip.
•March ($944) and April ($716) 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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Key details for Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$269
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo Haneda 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 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 7:50 pm and lands at 4:04 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:30 pm and lands at 4:44 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 14m.

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

    A nonstop 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?

    Round-trip flights from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo range from $578 to $837, with an average of $681 over the past 12 months. Anything below $578 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 $681 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $600 round-trip via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG), compared to $1,050 for nonstop.

  • 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% of flights 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $431.

  • 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 $19:

    • Yesaway
    • Times
    • IX Rental
    • Avis
    • Wheego

    Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) — daily rates from around $13:

    • 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 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 3 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 $594 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $729, a difference of $135.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What 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 layover airport from Colombo Bandaranaike Intl Airport to Tokyo?

    Flying via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 13h 17m, compared with 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

    Bag 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 $594, about $135 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 $598 round-trip in that month - typically $346 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 $600 round-trip on this route - about $449 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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