Flying from Haneda Airport (HND) to Colombo: what you need to know
The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30. The city is 3 hours 30 minutes behind Tokyo, where Haneda Airport is located.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from HND to Colombo. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to find a flight from HND to Colombo that includes a stopover. To see the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
You will need an e-visa for Sri Lanka if you have a passport from Japan and are travelling for tourism purposes. Travel documentation and visa requirements change frequently. So before booking your cheap ticket from Haneda Airport to Colombo, check with your airline and the destination country's local embassy or consulate for up-to-date information.
To get to HND from central Tokyo, it takes about 16 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch an early flight from Haneda Airport to Colombo? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near HND:
How to find the cheapest flights from Haneda Airport (HND) to Colombo
C$387 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Haneda Airport to Colombo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$665. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you want to get cheap tickets from HND to Colombo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when looking for a ticket from Haneda Airport to Colombo.
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Airports in Colombo
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)
Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to the centre of Colombo takes about 39 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 16 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
If you're arriving on a late flight from Haneda Airport to Colombo, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near RML:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
The centre of Colombo is located around 32 kilometres from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB). Once your flight from Haneda Airport to Colombo has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of about 39 minutes.
You can expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 31 minutes on public transport.
There are some great places to rest your head close to CMB. Settle in and get cozy after your flight from HND to Colombo at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Colombo
Visit Colombo during high season if you prefer a busy atmosphere, but remember that prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Haneda Airport to Colombo in the low season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Haneda Airport to Colombo in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap flights from HND to Colombo in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Colombo right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Haneda Airport to Colombo:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to know where to start. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are highlights which should feature on any well-planned Colombo itinerary.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
Choose one of our car rentals in Colombo and see the sights in your own time. Easily compare companies in one go to find the perfect set of wheels once you've booked your hotel and cheap flights from Haneda Airport to Colombo.