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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan from RM 532

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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — FUK
18 Jun — 25 Jun1
1 adult

Cheap 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 13 June 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 1,022

One-way from

RM 532

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

RM 1,803

Good one-way deal

RM 1,600 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 11/7-15/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 45m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
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1/7
  • 1/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 35m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (RM 747 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 191 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan.
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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 13 June 2025.

Thu 10/701:45BKI - NRT
1 stop16h 20mPhilippines AirAsia
Tue 15/711:10NRT - BKI
1 stop15h 10mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 11/6RM 1,081
Sun 6/701:45BKI - NRT
1 stop27h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/711:10NRT - BKI
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 1,094
Sun 6/701:45BKI - KIX
1 stop9h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/714:15KIX - BKI
1 stop12h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 1,098
Thu 3/701:45BKI - KIX
1 stop10h 30mPhilippines AirAsia
Thu 10/714:15KIX - BKI
1 stop12h 05mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 12/6RM 1,195
Mon 16/620:25BKI - NRT
1 stop33h 15mScoot
Mon 23/608:15NRT - BKI
1 stop28h 00mScoot
Deal found 10/6RM 1,262
Tue 24/611:45BKI - HND
1 stop12h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 27/623:50HND - BKI
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 1,372
Sun 15/601:30BKI - HND
1 stop13h 20mChina Eastern
Mon 23/617:35HND - BKI
2 stops31h 55mChina Eastern
Deal found 10/6RM 1,689
Mon 25/801:30BKI - NRT
1 stop11h 20mChina Eastern
Sat 30/815:20NRT - BKI
1 stop10h 10mChina Eastern
Deal found 11/6RM 1,693
Fri 29/823:40BKI - CTS
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/913:30CTS - BKI
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/6RM 1,989
Fri 20/616:05BKI - NRT
2 stops38h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 27/610:20NRT - BKI
2 stops35h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 2,179
Sun 6/707:00BKI - NRT
1 stop24h 25mBatik Air
Sun 13/710:25NRT - BKI
1 stop27h 05mBatik Air
Deal found 12/6RM 2,208
Fri 4/714:10BKI - KIX
2 stops38h 35mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 10/709:55KIX - BKI
2 stops36h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 12/6RM 2,280

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan that are best for you.

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Kota Kinabalu

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Japan

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 10/7

01:45-19:05

1 stop16h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 15/7

11:10-01:20

1 stop15h 10m

RM 1,081

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/7

01:45-06:10

1 stop27h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 10/7

11:10-01:20

1 stop15h 10m

RM 1,094

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/7

01:45-12:05

1 stop9h 20m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 8/7

14:15-01:20

1 stop12h 05m

RM 1,098

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI - KIX

BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 3/7

01:45-13:15

1 stop10h 30m

Osaka Kansai Intl

Thu 10/7

14:15-01:20

1 stop12h 05m

RM 1,195

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 24/6

11:45-01:00

1 stop12h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 27/6

23:50-10:30

1 stop11h 40m

RM 1,372

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 23/9

12:15-06:40

1 stop17h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 30/9

21:10-19:25

2 stops23h 15m

RM 1,376

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 22/6

01:30-15:50

1 stop13h 20m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 27/6

13:30-00:30

1 stop12h 00m

RM 1,685

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 25/8

01:30-13:50

1 stop11h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 30/8

15:20-00:30

1 stop10h 10m

RM 1,693

Kota KinabaluSapporo

BKI - CTS

BKICTS

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 29/8

23:40-13:00

1 stop12h 20m

Sapporo Chitose

Sat 6/9

13:30-00:30

1 stop12h 00m

RM 1,989

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 15/11

14:10-07:15

2 stops16h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 20/11

10:05-21:05

2 stops36h 00m

RM 2,179

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan (average of RM 334). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 488). 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 13 June 2025.

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.

Rainfall in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Japan by month

Plan your trip to Japan by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 13 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Korean Air, China Southern and Malaysia Airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,091 reviews
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Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,091 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,091 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
China Southern
7.5
Good
99 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,091 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
263 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,091 reviews
Check prices

Food

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.4

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

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 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • 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 545. Scoot flights start at RM 709 while deals on China Eastern start at RM 891 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 - Tokyo Narita and Kota Kinabalu - Sapporo Chitose.

  • 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 334). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 488). 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 8 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

Discover the top 8 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 13 June 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestRM 851AverageRM 1,809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Jin AirCheapestRM 938AverageRM 2,516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Philippines AirAsiaCheapestRM 1,072AverageRM 1,352FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 1,297AverageRM 2,292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 1,337AverageRM 1,731FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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ScootCheapestRM 1,383AverageRM 1,705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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T'way AirCheapestRM 1,398AverageRM 1,601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 2,231AverageRM 2,607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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