Travelling from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Colombo: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Narita International Airport to Colombo and you'll be travelling for around 8 hours 46 minutes.
Colombo is 3 hours 30 minutes behind Tokyo, where Narita International Airport is located. Colombo operates on the UTC+5:30 timezone.
With 7 flights a week between the two airports, Narita International Airport (NRT) to Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is the busiest route. SriLankan Airlines operates the earliest flight at 11:20. If you prefer to get more out of your day before flying, the last flight from NRT to CMB is with SriLankan Airlines at 11:35.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from NRT to Colombo.
You can expect longer lines in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
You can catch a nonstop flight from Narita International Airport to Colombo that lands at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB).
Get on board with SriLankan Airlines. This well-known carrier operates direct flights from Narita International Airport to Colombo.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from NRT to Colombo. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these airports:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
If you hold a passport from Japan, you'll need an e-visa to enter Sri Lanka. This applies if you're booking a cheap ticket from Narita International Airport to Colombo for tourism purposes. Requirements may change if you're travelling for business or other reasons. Always check official visa guidelines before you book and definitely before flying.
Central Tokyo to NRT is around 64 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 58 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Narita International Airport to Colombo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these hotels close to NRT:
How to find the cheapest flights from Narita International Airport (NRT) to Colombo
ج.م. 6,542 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Narita International Airport to Colombo. Return flights start at ج.م. 12,833. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To snag cheap tickets from NRT to Colombo, reserve your trip 9 months before the departure date.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Narita International Airport to Colombo. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across each month.
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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.
Getting there by public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 16 minutes.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Narita International Airport to Colombo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near RML instead:
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. Once you've hopped off your flight from Narita International Airport to Colombo, it'll take you around 39 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Public transport will get you there in about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
After your flight from NRT to Colombo, tuck yourself in at a hotel near CMB. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Colombo
Plan your trip to Colombo in peak season if you like a busy atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices are generally higher. Or, book flights from Narita International Airport to Colombo during low season when prices are cheaper and it's quieter.
The warmest month in Colombo is March, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Narita International Airport to Colombo in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Search for cheap flights from NRT to Colombo in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 22ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Colombo
After locking in your flight from Narita International Airport to Colombo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Colombo:
Every great adventure has to include a little sightseeing. Gangaramaya Temple, Independence Square & Independence Memorial Hall and Viharamahadevi Park are attractions you won't want to skip in Colombo.
Complete your Colombo trip with a car rental
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