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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan from RM 604

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — FUK
4 Jan — 11 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 December 2025.

Tue 9/1201:30BKI - NRT
1 stop18h 25mChina Eastern
Wed 17/1213:00NRT - BKI
1 stop12h 30mChina Eastern
Deal found 2/12RM 1,583
Wed 10/1201:30BKI - NRT
1 stop17h 30mHK Express
Thu 18/1208:00NRT - BKI
1 stop17h 30mHK Express
Deal found 4/12RM 1,608
Sun 14/1201:30BKI - KIX
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1214:00KIX - BKI
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12RM 1,624
Tue 16/1201:30BKI - KIX
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1214:15KIX - BKI
1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12RM 1,657
Tue 9/1201:30BKI - HND
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1206:35HND - BKI
1 stop18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12RM 1,715
Tue 16/1201:30BKI - NRT
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/1208:00NRT - BKI
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12RM 1,780
Thu 11/1201:30BKI - NRT
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1208:00NRT - BKI
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12RM 1,784
Tue 9/1201:30BKI - NRT
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 17/1219:55NRT - BKI
2 stops16h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12RM 1,838
Tue 16/1201:30BKI - NRT
1 stop15h 35mHK Express
Sun 21/1208:00NRT - BKI
1 stop17h 30mHK Express
Deal found 3/12RM 1,879
Wed 10/1201:30BKI - NRT
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 18/1215:25NRT - BKI
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/12RM 1,887
Tue 16/1201:30BKI - HND
1 stop16h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/1201:55HND - BKI
1 stop23h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12RM 1,904
Sat 6/1217:00BKI - CTS
2 stops38h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/1209:30CTS - BKI
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12RM 1,965

Find flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Kota Kinabalu to Japan flight deals. Data was last updated 5 December 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 1,168

One-way from

RM 604

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 1,937

Good round-trip deal

RM 1,940 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 1,558 or less
HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 10/1-16/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 05m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
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HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 14/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (RM 1,762 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (RM 245 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/1

01:30-20:10

1 stop17h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 16/1

21:05-00:30

1 stop28h 25m

RM 1,168

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/1

01:30-19:20

1 stop16h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 15/1

21:05-00:30

1 stop28h 25m

RM 1,233

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/1

01:30-19:20

1 stop16h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 25/1

14:15-00:30

1 stop11h 15m

RM 1,320

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/1

20:00-14:10

1 stop17h 10m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 23/1

21:05-00:30

1 stop28h 25m

RM 1,344

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 18/1

13:05-08:10

2 stops18h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 25/1

08:55-18:30

1 stop10h 35m

RM 1,365

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 16/1

01:30-00:45

1 stop22h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 24/1

06:35-00:30

1 stop18h 55m

RM 1,365

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 17/1

01:30-04:45

1 stop26h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 25/1

06:35-00:30

1 stop18h 55m

RM 1,365

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 12/1

01:30-04:45

1 stop26h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 20/1

23:55-00:30

1 stop25h 35m

RM 1,365

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 18/1

18:55-07:55

2 stops12h 00m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 25/1

14:15-00:30

1 stop11h 15m

RM 1,447

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/1

01:30-20:10

1 stop17h 40m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 16/1

18:55-18:00

2 stops24h 05m

RM 1,554

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan (average of RM 802). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,554). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BKI to JP?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 December 2025.

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 15% versus a flight in the afternoon.

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 47 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to Japan flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Kota Kinabalu to Japan flights?

Over the past year, Malaysia Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Japan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Japan. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Japan. Reviews last updated 5 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with China Eastern, AirAsia, andScoot from Kota Kinabalu to Japan have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
222 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
311 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.
Philippines AirAsia
6.6
Okay
117 reviews
China Eastern
7.2
Good
178 reviews
Check prices

Food

6.8

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.2

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.6

Crew

7.9

Reviews

1 / 5
2.0
Mediocre

P R,Sept 2025

LGW - PVG

From check in to to the flight attendants, the staff of China Eastern were so rude. At check in, all staff had icy looks, and ours didn’t respond to any greetings or thank yous. Despite not at all leaning into the aisle, one flight attendant was repeatedly bolting up and down the aisle, and knocking me when passing by waking me up several times.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

    Most people fly from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) if they book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. Kota Kinabalu is conveniently located just 5.8 km from Kota Kinabalu’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Kota Kinabalu to Japan flight route?

    This flight path from Kota Kinabalu to Japan was viewed by 59 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

    There are many flights that can get you from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in 17h 40m. Fly via HK Express or China Eastern to get the fastest option. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is about 3730 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Japan one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Philippines AirAsia, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at RM 481. Scoot flights start at RM 506 while deals on AirAsia start at RM 533 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

    The most popular flight routes from Kota Kinabalu to Japan are Kota Kinabalu - Sapporo Chitose, Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Narita and Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Haneda.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

    On average you can expect to pay RM 1,946 for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. The cheapest flight overall is RM 1,733 while the most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Sapporo Chitose) is currently priced at RM 1,945.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kota Kinabalu to Japan flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Japan by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan (average of RM 802). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,554). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 5 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Jin AirCheapestRM 814AverageRM 1,976FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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China EasternCheapestRM 828AverageRM 1,669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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XiamenAirCheapestRM 892AverageRM 1,267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Jeju AirCheapestRM 900AverageRM 2,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Philippines AirAsiaCheapestRM 1,044AverageRM 1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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HK ExpressCheapestRM 1,163AverageRM 1,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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ScootCheapestRM 1,213AverageRM 1,665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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T'way AirCheapestRM 1,361AverageRM 1,673FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 1,425AverageRM 1,871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 1,441AverageRM 1,912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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