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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo from RM 719

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TYO
27 Aug — 3 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 July 2026.

Fri 18/920:45
BKI
-
HND
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/923:50
HND
-
BKI
1 stop21h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/7RM 1,527
Mon 7/922:50
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop16h 05m
China Eastern
Tue 15/916:55
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop29h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/7RM 1,686
Thu 17/901:15
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 30/908:20
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop12h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7RM 1,707
Wed 19/820:00
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop18h 55m
China Eastern
Sun 23/813:00
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop9h 45m
China Eastern
Deal found 27/7RM 1,711
Sun 6/901:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop13h 25m
China Eastern
Wed 9/910:55
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop11h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 23/7RM 1,789
Tue 1/922:50
BKI
-
HND
1 stop21h 30m
China Eastern
Sun 6/908:40
HND
-
BKI
1 stop16h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/7RM 1,789
Tue 8/901:40
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop10h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 16/918:30
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/7RM 1,801
Sun 9/801:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop13h 25m
China Eastern
Tue 18/813:50
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop11h 40m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/7RM 1,813
Sun 9/801:30
BKI
-
HND
1 stop16h 00m
China Eastern
Tue 18/813:30
HND
-
BKI
1 stop12h 00m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/7RM 1,813
Thu 12/1101:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 16/1115:30
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/7RM 1,825
Mon 7/901:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop13h 25m
China Eastern
Tue 15/916:55
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop29h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 25/7RM 1,838
Mon 17/822:50
BKI
-
HND
1 stop21h 30m
China Eastern
Fri 21/817:10
HND
-
BKI
1 stop26h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 26/7RM 1,850

Find flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) to Tokyo (TYO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 July 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,527

One-way from

RM 719

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 1,605
18/9-30/9
  • 18/9-30/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 35m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo
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HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 4/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 30m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo 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 28 July 2026.
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 17/9

01:15-16:05

1 stop13h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 30/9

08:20-19:30

1 stop12h 10m

RM 1,723

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 31/8

01:30-20:55

1 stop18h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 6/9

10:55-00:30

1 stop14h 35m

RM 1,789
Fastest return journey

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/9

01:30-15:55

1 stop13h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 9/9

13:50-00:30

1 stop11h 40m

RM 1,789

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 1/9

22:50-21:20

1 stop21h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 6/9

08:40-00:30

1 stop16h 50m

RM 1,789

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/8

01:30-18:30

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 18/8

13:30-00:30

1 stop12h 00m

RM 1,813

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/9

07:25-06:30

1 stop22h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 14/9

22:40-22:25

1 stop24h 45m

RM 1,817

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 7/9

01:30-20:55

1 stop18h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 15/9

13:50-00:30

1 stop11h 40m

RM 1,838

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 27/9

01:15-18:25

1 stop16h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 3/10

08:20-11:15

1 stop27h 55m

RM 1,907

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 10/8

20:00-20:55

1 stop23h 55m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 18/8

11:40-23:30

1 stop12h 50m

RM 1,911

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/9

01:30-18:30

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 14/9

17:35-00:30

2 stops31h 55m

RM 1,915

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Best time to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo (average of RM 1,572). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,009). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo flights typically cost between RM 1,776 and RM 2,115 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 1,527 on Multiple Airlines (18 Sept–30 Sept).

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

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

Shanghai (PVG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 38% of one-stop itineraries from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo on Cheapflights.

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

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

Manila (MNL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of RM 1,389.

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

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

Flights via Incheon (ICN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 10h 23m.

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

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

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 1h 30m.

How often are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo delayed?

About 0% of weekly flights between Kota Kinabalu and Tokyo have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 0 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo?

The price you pay for your flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing Tokyo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tokyo. 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 Tokyo. Reviews last updated 28 July 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern,China Eastern, andHK Express from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo 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
164 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

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
164 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

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 Eastern
7.3
Good
229 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
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Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

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.
HK Express
7.2
Good
47 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

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.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
328 reviews
China Southern
7.4
Good
164 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.5

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Kota Kinabalu (BKI), located 5.8 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo. 3 airlines have flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Tokyo per day.

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

    Departing from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo will take you 18h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 4142 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo is HK Express. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 1,339 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are China Eastern and Scoot, starting at RM 1,490 and RM 1,652 round-trip. Users have found that HK Express is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo 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 Tokyo?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo (average of RM 1,572). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,009). 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 3 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo. 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 28 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
HK ExpressCheapestRM 1,339AverageRM 1,625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,490AverageRM 1,851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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ScootCheapestRM 1,652AverageRM 1,886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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