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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan from RM 776

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — FUK
14 Sep — 21 Sep1
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 15 August 2026.

Wed 2/901:40 -
1 stop14h 20m
Thu 10/912:10 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 12/8RM 1,372
Sat 19/901:40 -
1 stop14h 20m
Tue 29/912:10 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 12/8RM 1,535
Tue 1/901:40 -
1 stop15h 00m
Thu 10/918:55 -
1 stop19h 35m
Deal found 13/8RM 1,650
Fri 4/901:15 -
1 stop12h 30m
Thu 10/919:55 -
1 stop18h 35m
Deal found 11/8RM 1,695
Mon 31/801:40 -
1 stop16h 15m
Wed 9/920:10 -
1 stop18h 20m
Deal found 12/8RM 1,711
Tue 1/922:50 -
1 stop21h 30m
Wed 9/908:40 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 12/8RM 1,727
Thu 27/801:40 -
1 stop13h 20m
Sat 5/912:10 -
1 stop12h 20m
Deal found 12/8RM 1,760
Wed 2/922:50 -
1 stop21h 30m
Thu 10/917:10 -
1 stop29h 35m
Deal found 13/8RM 1,825
Fri 4/901:30 -
1 stop18h 50m
Thu 10/908:40 -
1 stop14h 05m
Deal found 11/8RM 1,846
Fri 20/1101:30 -
1 stop18h 25m
Sat 28/1110:55 -
1 stop14h 35m
Deal found 13/8RM 1,882
Thu 27/801:40 -
1 stop13h 20m
Sun 6/913:30 -
1 stop9h 55m
Deal found 12/8RM 1,936
Wed 28/1001:30 -
1 stop22h 15m
Thu 5/1105:45 -
1 stop18h 05m
Deal found 14/8RM 1,936

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 15 August 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,372

One-way from

RM 776

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 1,833
2/9-10/9
  • 2/9-10/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 40m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
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  • Scoot
  • 10/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 15m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (RM 102 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 86 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 15 August 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 27/8

01:40-16:00

1 stop13h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 5/9

12:10-23:30

1 stop12h 20m

RM 1,789

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - HND Tokyo Haneda

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 4/9

01:30-21:20

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Thu 10/9

08:40-21:45

1 stop14h 05m

RM 1,846
Fastest return journey

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 9/9

22:50-12:10

1 stop12h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 10/9

14:20-00:30

1 stop11h 10m

RM 2,005

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 25/10

01:30-13:20

1 stop10h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 28/10

19:00-00:30

1 stop30h 30m

RM 2,009

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 10/10

01:15-19:45

1 stop17h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 16/10

16:50-23:30

1 stop31h 40m

RM 2,074

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 3/11

01:30-20:55

1 stop18h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 11/11

13:50-00:30

1 stop11h 40m

RM 2,087

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - HND Tokyo Haneda

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 24/10

01:30-15:50

1 stop13h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 28/10

16:40-00:30

2 stops32h 50m

RM 2,119

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - HND Tokyo Haneda

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 3/11

01:30-18:30

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 11/11

08:40-00:30

1 stop16h 50m

RM 2,185

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 13/11

01:30-18:00

1 stop15h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 22/11

14:20-00:30

1 stop11h 10m

RM 2,201

Kota KinabaluSapporo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - CTS Sapporo Chitose

BKICTS

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 12/9

01:40-10:00

1 stop31h 20m

Sapporo Chitose

Fri 18/9

09:00-22:25

1 stop14h 25m

RM 2,217

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan (average of RM 1,609). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,952). 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 15 August 2026.

When flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

Explore weekly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 August 2026.

The most flights from BKI to JP0 are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and Japan have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

The best time to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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 15 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern,China Eastern, andHK Express 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 Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
China Eastern
7.3
Good
232 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
HK Express
7.2
Good
47 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
AirAsia
6.8
Okay
234 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
328 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
175 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.6

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 8
6.0
Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Seats were not good, handles were broken not functioning as supposed to. Need improvement on entertainment screen, most of the time froze. Food quality was poor.Not enough international languages movies. Overall need lots of improvement.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 72 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 18h 50m. Fly via China Eastern or Malaysia Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is about 4088 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 HK Express, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at RM 543. Scoot flights start at RM 567 while deals on China Eastern start at RM 808 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 - Tokyo Haneda, Kota Kinabalu - Osaka Kansai Intl and Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Narita.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan (average of RM 1,609). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,952). 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 5 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

Discover the top 5 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 15 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
HK ExpressCheapestRM 770AverageRM 1,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,464AverageRM 1,883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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T'way AirCheapestRM 1,557AverageRM 1,991FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 1,575AverageRM 2,053FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapestRM 1,652AverageRM 1,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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