Q: Can I fly back to Malaysia from Japan?

Returning to Malaysia from Japan COVID-19 testing requirements Visitors from Japan are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Malaysia. Quarantine requirements Visitors from Japan are not required to quarantine after entering Malaysia. Find deals

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with AirAsia X, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at RM 647. Philippine Airlines flights start at RM 729 while deals on Thai AirAsia start at RM 765 one-way. Find deals

Question 2

Can I fly to Japan from Malaysia right now?

Accepted Answer

Information is based on travel restrictions from Malaysia to Japan

Most visitors from Malaysia need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Japan.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Malaysia must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) test taken 72 hours before departing to Japan.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Malaysia are not required to quarantine after entering Japan.

Documents
Quarantine Questionnaire - Fill out the quarantine questionnaire and save the issued QR code.

Certificate of Testing - All those who enter, re-enter or return to Japan (including Japanese nationals) are requested to submit a certificate of negative test result of pre-entry COVID-19 test conducted within 72 hours prior to departing from the country/region where travelers stay when entering Japan.

My SOS App - Travelers are strongly encouraged to use Fast Track to simplify Japan entry procedures bypre-registering via the MySOS Web (online) or the MySOS app.

Written Pledge - A document to get commitment on taking necessary measures to ensure that quarantine and other necessary health measures are properly observed while in Japan.

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Question 3

Can I fly back to Malaysia from Japan?

Accepted Answer

Returning to Malaysia from Japan

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Japan are not required to present a negative COVID-19 PCR test or antigen result upon entering Malaysia.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Japan are not required to quarantine after entering Malaysia.

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Question 4

Can I find flights from Malaysia to Japan for under RM 1,300 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from Malaysia to Japan for under RM 1,300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Philippine Airlines for just RM 1,217, but on average you can expect to pay RM 1,258. Find deals

Question 5

Are there direct flights from Malaysia to Japan for under RM 1,300 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Malaysia to Japan under RM 1,300. A good price for a direct flight from Malaysia to Japan is less than RM 1,376.

Question 6

Are there last-minute flights available from Malaysia to Japan for under RM 1,300?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from Malaysia to Japan within the next 7 days for less than RM 1,300.

Question 7

Which airlines flying from Malaysia to Japan have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Philippine Airlines, AirAsia X, and ANA are some of the carriers that may have flexible cancellation policies. You can use our site to filter for other airlines that may also have this kind of flexibility.

Question 8

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Malaysia to Japan to control the spread of COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Batik Air is one of the many airlines that have implemented additional safety measures to control the spread of COVID-19. New policies for travellers booking flights from Malaysia to Japan include masks being provided and required on board, daily cleaning and sanitisation, use of HEPA filters, pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms, and socially-distanced seating (for a limited time). Keep in mind that policies will vary by airline.

Question 9

How far in advance should I book a flight from Malaysia to Japan?

Accepted Answer

Travellers have found it’s best to book a flight 61 days in advance to save up to 36% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 61 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Malaysia to Japan 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as RM 3,213, or RM 3,331 for flights within the next 24 hours.

Question 10

What is the cheapest month to fly from Malaysia to Japan?

Accepted Answer

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Japan from Malaysia average RM 2,594. You can even find prices in February for less than RM 2,594, as users have found deals to Japan from as low as RM 2,014. The month of April appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Japan from Malaysia. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 18%.

Question 11

When is the cheapest time to fly from Malaysia to Japan (MY - JP)?

Accepted Answer

When flying from Malaysia 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.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Jetstar Asia	CheapestRM 1,003	AverageRM 1,854	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time86%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar Asia flights
Vietnam Airlines	CheapestRM 1,223	AverageRM 1,422	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	COVID-19 safety	Search Vietnam Airlines flights
Batik Air	CheapestRM 1,234	AverageRM 1,908	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Batik Air flights
Scoot	CheapestRM 1,283	AverageRM 2,077	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Scoot flights
China Southern	CheapestRM 1,353	AverageRM 2,523	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	COVID-19 safety	Search China Southern flights
Cathay Pacific	CheapestRM 1,448	AverageRM 2,344	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	COVID-19 safety	Search Cathay Pacific flights
VietJet Air	CheapestRM 1,456	AverageRM 1,857	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search VietJet Air flights
Cathay Dragon	CheapestRM 1,473	AverageRM 2,396	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%	COVID-19 safety	Search Cathay Dragon flights
Air China	CheapestRM 1,537	AverageRM 1,939	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air China flights
China Eastern	CheapestRM 1,657	AverageRM 2,789	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%	COVID-19 safety	Search China Eastern flights

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Cheap flights from Malaysia to Japan

How far in advance should I book a flight from Malaysia to Japan?

What is the cheapest month to fly from Malaysia to Japan?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Malaysia to Japan (MY - JP)?