How popular is this Kota Kinabalu to Japan flight route?

This flight path from Kota Kinabalu to Japan was viewed by 69 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 6h 55m. Fly via China Eastern, AirAsia, or HK Express to get the fastest option. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is about 3413 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 695 while deals on China Eastern start at RM 808 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 - Tokyo Narita, Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Haneda and Kota Kinabalu - Osaka Kansai Intl.

What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?

On average you can expect to pay RM 2,055 for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. The cheapest flight overall is RM 1,837 while the most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Narita) is currently priced at RM 1,923.

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 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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Round-trip from	RM 1,588
One-way from	RM 760
Popular in	October
Cheapest in	July
Average price	RM 2,042
Good round-trip deal	RM 1,890 or less

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Kota KinabaluFukuoka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - FUK Fukuoka

BKIFUK

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 30/10

01:30-17:00

1 stop14h 30m

Fukuoka

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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RM 760

Kota KinabaluOsaka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - KIX Osaka Kansai Intl

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Kota Kinabalu

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01:30-20:20

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Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 2/11

01:30-07:05

1 stop28h 35m

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Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - NRT Tokyo Narita

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 23/10

01:15-20:40

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Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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Kota KinabaluTokyo

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Kota Kinabalu

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BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

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Tokyo Haneda

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BKIKIX

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 16/11

23:55-15:00

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Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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RM 813

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI Kota Kinabalu - HND Tokyo Haneda

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 1/11

01:30-22:45

1 stop20h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

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BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

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01:30-00:45

1 stop22h 15m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

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RM 862

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Kota KinabaluFukuoka

BKI Kota Kinabalu - FUK Fukuoka

BKIFUK

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 31/10

07:35-15:20

Nonstop6h 45m

Fukuoka

Wed 31/12

00:00-23:00

Nonstop0h 00m

RM 894

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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 1,686). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,164). 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?

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.

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 65 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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1 / 8

6.0

Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

China Eastern

7.3

Good

244 reviews

China Southern

7.4

Good

174 reviews

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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

235 reviews

China Southern

7.4

Good

174 reviews

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1 / 8

6.0

Good

Sunil,Jul 2026

CAN - LAX

Scoot

6.7

Okay

336 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 69 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 6h 55m. Fly via China Eastern, AirAsia, or HK Express to get the fastest option. The distance from Kota Kinabalu to Japan is about 3413 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 695 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 Narita, Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Haneda and Kota Kinabalu - Osaka Kansai Intl.
What are the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Japan?
On average you can expect to pay RM 2,055 for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Japan. The cheapest flight overall is RM 1,837 while the most popular route, (Kota Kinabalu - Tokyo Narita) is currently priced at RM 1,923.
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 1,686). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,164). 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 6 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Japan

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HK Express	CheapestRM 770	AverageRM 1,622	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time90%	Search HK Express flights
China Eastern	CheapestRM 1,464	AverageRM 2,000	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	Search China Eastern flights
AirAsia	CheapestRM 1,616	AverageRM 2,075	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time66%	Search AirAsia flights
Scoot	CheapestRM 1,652	AverageRM 1,886	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Scoot flights
Trinity Airways (Formerly T'way Air)	CheapestRM 1,754	AverageRM 2,241	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time88%	Search Trinity Airways (Formerly T'way Air) flights
China Southern	CheapestRM 2,148	AverageRM 2,797	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	Search China Southern flights

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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 7 October 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.

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 65 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 7 October 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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