Flying from Colombo to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is Colombo's main airport. Check out your options for reserving a flight from Colombo to Narita International Airport (NRT) leaving from here.
8 hours 46 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Colombo to Narita International Airport.
Tokyo is 3 hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Narita International Airport is located in Tokyo, which operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Narita International Airport (NRT) is the most popular route. There are 7 direct weekly flights to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, take the last flight with SriLankan Airlines at 20:35. Choose the first CMB to NRT departure operated by SriLankan Airlines at 19:50 if you want to get going earlier.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your flight from Colombo to NRT.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like August. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and as much as four hours for international journeys. After checking in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
You can book a direct flight from Colombo to Narita International Airport (NRT) out of Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
You'll find a direct flight from Colombo to Narita International Airport with SriLankan Airlines. This top carrier operates services from CMB.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your trip — and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for flights from Colombo to NRT leaving from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
The distance from central Colombo to CMB is approximately 32 kilometres. Use travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether that's in your own car or with public transport.
In search of a convenient hotel near Bandaranaike International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Colombo to Narita International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
About Narita International Airport (NRT)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Colombo to Narita International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near NRT instead:
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
Narita International Airport to the centre of Tokyo takes around 58 minutes by car. It's approximately 64 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Colombo to Narita International Airport is 200 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 378 €. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
We recommend booking as early as possible to secure cheap tickets from Colombo to NRT. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a wider selection of flight times and travel dates.
Use the 'Whole month' search function and compare the prices of tickets from Colombo to Narita International Airport across the entire month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, making it easy to find a flight within your budget.
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The best time to fly from Colombo to Narita International Airport (NRT)
July is the most popular month for flights from Colombo to Narita International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Tokyo in April when things are quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Colombo to NRT, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Narita International Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
After locking in your flight from Colombo to Narita International Airport, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Tokyo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are top attractions which should be on any well-planned Tokyo itinerary.
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