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Flight deals from Tokyo to Colombo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Tokyo to Colombo? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$714. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Colombo.C$305 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jun. 20.One-way flight with Jeju Air.Outbound indirect flight with Jeju Air, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sat., Jun. 20, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$305, select.
Colombo.C$323 per passenger.Departing Thu., Dec. 3.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu., Dec. 3, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$323, select.
Colombo.C$336 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 17.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue., Nov. 17, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$336, select.
Colombo.C$341 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 24.One-way flight with Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu., Sep. 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$341, select.
Colombo.C$347 per passenger.Departing Mon., Mar. 1.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon., Mar. 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$347, select.
Colombo.C$347 per passenger.Departing Thu., Feb. 25.One-way flight with Thai AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with Thai AirAsia X, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu., Feb. 25, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$347, select.
Colombo.C$365 per passenger.Departing Sat., Jul. 11.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Tokyo Narita on Sat., Jul. 11, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$365, select.
Colombo.C$366 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 1.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu., Oct. 1, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$366, select.
Colombo.C$372 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 11.One-way flight with Eastar Jet.Outbound indirect flight with Eastar Jet, departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue., Aug. 11, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$372, select.
Colombo.C$377 per passenger.Departing Wed., May 27.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Tokyo Narita on Wed., May 27, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$377, select.
Colombo.C$390 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jan. 5.One-way flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue., Jan. 5, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$390, select.
Colombo.C$541 per passenger.Departing Fri., Apr. 9.One-way flight with Philippine Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Philippine Airlines, departs from Tokyo Narita on Fri., Apr. 9, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$541, select.
Colombo.C$833 per passenger.Departing Thu., Sep. 24.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Tokyo Narita on Thu., Sep. 24, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$833, select.
Colombo.C$840 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 17.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue., Nov. 17, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$840, select.
Colombo.C$843 per passenger.Departing Tue., May 26.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue., May 26, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$843, select.
Colombo.C$844 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 2.One-way flight with SriLankan Airlines.Outbound direct flight with SriLankan Airlines departs from Tokyo Narita on Tue., Jun. 2, arriving in Colombo Bandaranayake.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$844, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Colombo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Tokyo to Colombo flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from C$377
Jun.
from C$305
Jul.
from C$365
Aug.
from C$372
Sep.
from C$341
Oct.
from C$366
Nov.
from C$336
Dec.
from C$323
Jan.
from C$390
Feb.
from C$347
Mar.
from C$347
Apr.
from C$541

Which airlines fly from Tokyo to Colombo?

Alternative Tokyo to Colombo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Tokyo to Colombo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kelaniya

10km from central Colombo
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Colombo Ratmalana

13km from central Colombo
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Colombo Bandaranayake

27km from central Colombo
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Bentota River

52km from central Colombo
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Katugastota

72km from central Colombo
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Tokyo to Colombo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$305
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time9 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineJapan Airlines
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Tokyo to Colombo: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Colombo: Kelaniya, Colombo Ratmalana, Colombo Bandaranayake, Bentota River, and Katugastota.
The best price we found for a return flight from Tokyo to Colombo is C$655. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
9 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from Tokyo to Colombo.
Japan Airlines and SriLankan Airlines fly direct from Tokyo to Colombo.
As of May 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Tokyo to Colombo.
The cheapest month to fly from Tokyo to Colombo is usually October.
If you're flying from Tokyo, the cheapest airport near Colombo is Colombo Bandaranayake – which is 27.5 km away from the centre of Colombo. We've found flights into this airport from C$655.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Tokyo to Colombo on Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 9 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Colombo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Colombo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 28°C. May is typically the warmest month in Colombo, when it usually averages around 29°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is July, with temperatures averaging 25°C. The rainiest month is November.
The cheapest airline that flies to Colombo is Zipair. And the cheapest airline that flies to Colombo Ratmalana Airport is SriLankan Airlines.

Flying from Tokyo to Colombo: what you need to know

  • Tokyo is home to a couple of airports where you can start your adventure. Check out your options for booking a flight from Tokyo to Colombo departing from Haneda Airport (HND) or Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the major hub where you can land in Colombo.

  • A direct flight from Tokyo to Colombo takes on average 9 hours 23 minutes. The timezone in Colombo is UTC+5:30, making it 3 hours 30 minutes behind Tokyo.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to Colombo, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as June and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • To travel to Sri Lanka for tourism purposes, you'll need an e-visa if you have a passport from Japan. However, visa rules can change and you may need other documents depending on the duration and purpose of your trip. Always check the most up-to-date guidelines before you book your cheap flight from Tokyo to Colombo.

Flying from Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to take a travel break — and maybe even explore a different city. When searching for flights from Tokyo to Colombo leaving from Haneda Airport, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Here are some popular options to consider:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • HND is about 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Tokyo to Colombo? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to Haneda Airport:

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • Prefer to jet off from Narita International Airport (NRT)? This hub also offers nonstop flights from Tokyo to Colombo — enjoy a seamless journey into Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).

  • SriLankan Airlines offers direct flights from Tokyo to Colombo departing from NRT. Book your preferred aisle seat and get to your destination in a single stretch.

  • Break up your flight from Tokyo to Colombo with a stop so you can recharge or cross a new place off your list. Some top stopovers between Haneda Airport and Colombo are:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)

  • Driving from central Tokyo to NRT generally takes 58 minutes, depending on traffic. It's around 64 kilometres from the city centre to the airport.

  • Kick off your vacation early with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from Tokyo to Colombo, unwind in one of these hotels near Narita International Airport:

Arriving in Colombo

Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML)

  • Colombo Ratmalana Airport (RML) to central Colombo is approximately 16 kilometres. It'll take you about 39 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It takes around 1 hour and 16 minutes when travelling by public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Tokyo to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:

Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

  • Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is roughly 32 kilometres from central Colombo. Once you've disembarked your flight from Tokyo to Colombo, allow for a drive time of approximately 39 minutes to reach the heart of the city.

  • You can also opt for public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 31 minutes.

  • You'll find some comfortable hotels to park your luggage (and yourself) near CMB. Unwind after your flight from Tokyo to Colombo at any of these perfectly located options:

How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Colombo

  • C$305 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Colombo. A return flight starts at C$655. These prices can change based on availability and demand.

  • It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap flights from Tokyo to Colombo. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest tickets from Tokyo to Colombo throughout the entire month. It's the best way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.

  • Set up a Price Alert for cheap flights from Tokyo to Colombo. There's no need to search every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Tokyo to Colombo. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Best time to go to Colombo

  • Plan your trip to Colombo during the high season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that prices tend to be higher. Or, schedule your flights from Tokyo to Colombo during the off-season when prices are cheaper and crowds are smaller.

  • The warmest month in Colombo is March, with the temperature ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Tokyo to Colombo in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between 22ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from Tokyo to Colombo sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

More about Colombo

  • Start your Colombo trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Colombo, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are must-visits when exploring Colombo.

Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Tokyo to Colombo to track down incredible deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need to drive in Colombo, from the most popular rental company to the best time to book.

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