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Cheap flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu from RM 789

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OSA — BKI
12 May — 19 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu

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Cheapest flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2026.

Sun 2/815:50
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop28h 40m
Scoot
Sat 29/820:45
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop16h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 9/4RM 1,345
Tue 9/611:05
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 23/622:00
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 1,420
Tue 9/611:05
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/611:45
BKI
-
KIX
2 stops21h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 1,436
Tue 9/611:05
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/611:45
BKI
-
KIX
2 stops45h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 1,452
Tue 9/611:05
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 28/601:15
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 1,468
Tue 9/611:05
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop12h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/601:15
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 1,479
Tue 26/515:50
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop28h 40m
Scoot
Tue 2/622:00
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop15h 35m
Scoot
Deal found 11/4RM 1,487
Tue 5/511:05
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop22h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 13/501:15
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/4RM 1,491
Tue 9/620:55
KIX
-
BKI
2 stops12h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/601:15
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 1,527
Wed 22/711:05
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop12h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 25/720:40
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop12h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4RM 1,571
Sun 14/613:40
KIX
-
BKI
1 stop11h 50m
HK Express
Sun 28/601:15
BKI
-
KIX
1 stop10h 30m
HK Express
Deal found 11/4RM 1,579
Wed 8/711:55
UKB
-
BKI
1 stop12h 40m
Korean Air
Sat 11/700:35
BKI
-
UKB
1 stop9h 20m
Korean Air
Deal found 7/4RM 3,578

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Round-trip from

RM 1,345

One-way from

RM 789
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 2/8-29/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 30m total
  • Osaka to Kota Kinabalu
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HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 28/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 11h 05m total
  • Osaka to Kota Kinabalu
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 12 April 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Wed 22/7

11:05-22:15

1 stop12h 10m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 25/7

20:40-09:50

1 stop12h 10m

RM 1,571

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 23/5

07:50-22:25

1 stop15h 35m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 30/5

07:25-22:00

1 stop13h 35m

RM 1,702

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 26/5

21:00-19:30

2 stops23h 30m

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 2/6

07:25-22:00

1 stop13h 35m

RM 1,765

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Tue 5/5

12:20-22:25

1 stop11h 05m

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 14/5

22:30-14:30

3 stops39h 00m

RM 1,832

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Fri 12/6

09:45-00:30

1 stop15h 45m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 28/6

01:15-14:50

2 stops12h 35m

RM 1,951

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sat 13/6

09:05-00:30

1 stop16h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 28/6

01:15-14:50

2 stops12h 35m

RM 1,951

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Sun 24/5

14:15-19:30

2 stops30h 15m

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 31/5

09:30-22:35

3 stops36h 05m

RM 2,051

OsakaKota Kinabalu

KIX - BKI

KIXBKI

Osaka Kansai Intl

Mon 13/7

15:50-11:15

1 stop20h 25m

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 17/7

20:45-14:35

1 stop16h 50m

RM 2,122
Fastest return journey

KobeKota Kinabalu

UKB - BKI

UKBBKI

Kobe

Wed 8/7

11:55-23:35

1 stop12h 40m

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 11/7

00:35-10:55

1 stop9h 20m

RM 3,578

OsakaKota Kinabalu

ITM - BKI

ITMBKI

Osaka Itami

Thu 9/7

14:30-09:30

2 stops44h 00m

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 13/7

12:40-19:50

2 stops30h 10m

RM 3,748

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu?

Share of one-stop return flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 65% of one-stop itineraries from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Shanghai (PVG) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of RM 1,277.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Shanghai (PVG) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 56m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Shanghai (PVG) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 4h 23m.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Kota Kinabalu from Osaka?

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu. 1 airline have flights to Kota Kinabalu from Osaka on a regular basis. Booking flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Osaka per day.

  • How long is the flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu?

    A quick flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu can take about 12h 40m. Korean Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as RM 3,578. There are 3748 km between Osaka and Kota Kinabalu. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu are China Eastern (RM 595), T'way Air (RM 611), and AirAsia X (RM 618).

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

    The most popular route from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu is Osaka Kansai Intl - Kota Kinabalu. You may also consider Osaka Itami - Kota Kinabalu or Kobe - Kota Kinabalu.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Osaka to Kota Kinabalu flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu 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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Top airline flying from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
China EasternCheapestRM 1,015AverageRM 1,321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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