How popular is this Kota Kinabalu to Japan flight route?

This flight path from Kota Kinabalu to Japan was viewed by 70 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 13h 30m. Fly via China Southern or Jeju Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is about 4806 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 537. Scoot flights start at RM 562 while deals on China Eastern start at RM 800 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Japan ranges from 50.0 - 210.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Japan when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Japan, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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

The most popular flight routes from Kota Kinabalu to Japan are Kota Kinabalu - Osaka Kansai Intl, Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Narita and Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Haneda.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

When booking a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan, you may want to consider flying on China Eastern, HK Express or AirAsia as they are the most popular for this route.

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

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.

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.

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.

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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 21 August 2026.

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Round-trip from	RM 1,390
One-way from	RM 796
Popular in	May
Cheapest in	July
Average price	RM 1,814

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Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 29/9

00:35-12:15

1 stop10h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 7/10

19:50-23:30

1 stop28h 40m

RM 1,774

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/9

01:40-17:00

1 stop14h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 11/9

16:15-12:05

2 stops20h 50m

RM 1,827

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 9/10

01:45-18:00

1 stop15h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 15/10

13:50-00:30

1 stop11h 40m

RM 1,996

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 6/1

01:30-19:05

1 stop16h 35m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 15/1

15:30-12:05

1 stop21h 35m

RM 2,037

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 27/8

01:40-16:30

1 stop13h 50m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 6/9

10:50-01:20

2 stops15h 30m

RM 2,049

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 2/10

07:25-22:00

1 stop13h 35m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 9/10

13:45-09:50

2 stops21h 05m

RM 2,174

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 1/9

01:15-13:30

1 stop11h 15m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 6/9

10:50-01:20

2 stops15h 30m

RM 2,223

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 30/8

07:25-21:15

2 stops12h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 2/9

14:20-23:35

1 stop10h 15m

RM 2,227

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 31/8

01:45-16:05

2 stops13h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 6/9

22:00-01:20

2 stops28h 20m

RM 2,227

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - HND Tokyo Haneda

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 2/12

19:05-20:00

1 stop23h 55m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 5/12

15:05-18:00

1 stop27h 55m

RM 2,239

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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 1,592). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,932). 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.

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

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

174 reviews

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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

174 reviews

China Southern

7.4

Good

174 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 8

6.0

Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

China Eastern

7.3

Good

232 reviews

China Southern

7.4

Good

174 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 8

6.0

Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

HK Express

7.2

Good

47 reviews

China Southern

7.4

Good

174 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 8

6.0

Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

AirAsia

6.8

Okay

234 reviews

China Southern

7.4

Good

174 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 8

6.0

Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Scoot

6.7

Okay

330 reviews

China Southern

7.4

Good

174 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 8

6.0

Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

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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 70 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 13h 30m. Fly via China Southern or Jeju Air to get the fastest option. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is about 4806 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 537. Scoot flights start at RM 562 while deals on China Eastern start at RM 800 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 - Osaka Kansai Intl, Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Narita and Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Haneda.
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 1,592). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,932). 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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HK Express	CheapestRM 762	AverageRM 1,488	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time90%	Search HK Express flights
China Eastern	CheapestRM 1,449	AverageRM 1,861	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
T'way Air	CheapestRM 1,540	AverageRM 1,970	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time88%	Search T'way Air flights
AirAsia	CheapestRM 1,559	AverageRM 2,038	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
Scoot	CheapestRM 1,635	AverageRM 1,867	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Scoot flights

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

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 21 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.

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How long is the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

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

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

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

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