Travelling from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 8 hours 45 minutes.
Tokyo's timezone is UTC+9, which makes Tokyo three hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
Flights from CMB to NRT start from 19:50 — the first with SriLankan Airlines. The last service of the day is at 20:35 with SriLankan Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of seven weekly Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your CMB to NRT flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
SriLankan Airlines is your gateway to discovering Tokyo (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Japan!). Check out the direct flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with SriLankan Airlines on this route.
With 73.53% of services arriving as planned, SriLankan Airlines is the most punctual carrier operating CMB to NRT flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between CMB and NRT:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport flight is $392. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $717. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Book five months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CMB to NRT.
The cheapest month for flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Landing cheap flights from CMB to NRT is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Of all flights departing from Bandaranaike International Airport, 75.71% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central Colombo to Bandaranaike International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near CMB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
Reserve a hotel near NRT if you're on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Narita International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Narita International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
The address for NRT is 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport is roughly 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Driving there takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
The quietest month for a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Tokyo based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Narita International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to NRT in February. Temperatures average between 15ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to explore other corners of Japan. Journey around 31 kilometres south-west to Yokohama to tick off its top sights. From Teishoin to Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji, your itinerary will be busy.
Osaka is another standout destination in Japan and is around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo. No journey is complete without a visit to Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.