Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

BKI — FUK
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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 30 March 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,389

One-way from

RM 706

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 1,833

Good round-trip deal

RM 1,747 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 1,325 or less
HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 11/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 20m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
23/6
  • 23/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 25m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Japan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (RM 439 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 104 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan.
Price to beat on a one-way 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 762). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,357). 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 30 March 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.

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 30 March 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with HK Express,China Eastern, andPhilippines AirAsia 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.

Food

5.9

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.4

Food

5.9

Boarding

7.4

Crew

7.5

Comfort

6.6

Overall

7.3

Entertainment

5.4

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?

  • 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 50m. Fly via Scoot, China Eastern, or JAL to get the fastest option. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is about 4142 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 464. Scoot flights start at RM 488 while deals on HK Express start at RM 528 one-way.

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

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

    On average you can expect to pay RM 1,607 for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. The cheapest flight overall is RM 1,092 while the most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Osaka Kansai Intl) is currently priced at RM 1,436.

  • 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 762). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,357). 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 30 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestRM 799AverageRM 1,708FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Philippines AirAsiaCheapestRM 1,008AverageRM 1,156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time53%
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HK ExpressCheapestRM 1,039AverageRM 1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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ScootCheapestRM 1,170AverageRM 1,714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 1,413AverageRM 1,921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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T'way AirCheapestRM 1,434AverageRM 1,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 1,630AverageRM 2,133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 1,793AverageRM 1,857FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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