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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo from RM 728

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 17/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TYO
16 Aug — 23 Aug1
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 17 July 2026.

Thu 27/801:40
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop14h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/915:30
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop21h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7RM 1,774
Sat 1/820:00
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop23h 55m
China Eastern
Mon 31/810:55
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop11h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7RM 1,839
Fri 6/1101:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop18h 25m
China Eastern
Sun 15/1110:55
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop14h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 15/7RM 1,876
Wed 26/801:15
BKI
-
HND
1 stop23h 05m
HK Express
Mon 31/806:35
HND
-
BKI
1 stop18h 55m
HK Express
Deal found 16/7RM 1,880
Fri 20/1101:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop13h 25m
China Eastern
Sat 28/1113:00
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop12h 30m
China Eastern
Deal found 13/7RM 1,892
Sat 1/820:45
BKI
-
HND
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 31/805:25
HND
-
BKI
1 stop18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/7RM 1,892
Wed 12/807:25
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop10h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/811:50
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop11h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7RM 1,925
Thu 13/801:15
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop18h 25m
HK Express
Wed 19/808:00
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop17h 30m
HK Express
Deal found 17/7RM 1,942
Mon 24/822:50
BKI
-
HND
2 stops40h 10m
China Eastern
Fri 28/817:35
HND
-
BKI
2 stops31h 55m
China Eastern
Deal found 14/7RM 1,954
Wed 26/801:15
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/918:30
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7RM 1,978
Sun 23/801:15
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop17h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 28/817:15
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop31h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7RM 1,995
Wed 26/801:15
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop17h 30m
HK Express
Sun 13/908:00
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop17h 30m
HK Express
Deal found 14/7RM 2,003

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 17 July 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,774

One-way from

RM 728

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Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,606
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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 17 July 2026.
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Fly to

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 6/9

01:30-20:55

1 stop18h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 9/9

10:55-00:30

1 stop14h 35m

RM 1,897

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 24/8

22:50-16:00

2 stops40h 10m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 28/8

17:35-00:30

2 stops31h 55m

RM 1,954

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 21/9

09:20-01:20

1 stop15h 00m

Tokyo Haneda

Fri 25/9

02:20-07:25

2 stops30h 05m

RM 2,007

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 21/8

01:30-12:50

1 stop10h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 31/8

16:55-21:45

1 stop29h 50m

RM 2,011

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 13/8

01:15-01:20

1 stop23h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Tue 18/8

02:20-00:30

1 stop23h 10m

RM 2,117

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 20/8

01:15-01:20

1 stop23h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 31/8

06:35-00:30

1 stop18h 55m

RM 2,154

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 21/8

01:15-01:20

1 stop23h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 31/8

06:35-15:55

1 stop10h 20m

RM 2,158

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 21/11

16:05-13:40

2 stops44h 35m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 28/11

15:30-12:05

1 stop21h 35m

RM 2,166

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 11/12

13:05-13:40

1 stop23h 35m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 14/12

15:30-12:05

1 stop21h 35m

RM 2,195

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Tue 20/10

01:30-21:20

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Mon 26/10

16:40-00:30

2 stops32h 50m

RM 2,224

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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 1,578). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,011). 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?

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 36% 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 1,375.

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 17 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
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Southern
7.5
Good
158 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
China Eastern
7.3
Good
228 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
HK Express
7.2
Good
47 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5
Scoot
6.7
Okay
325 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
158 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.2

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 7
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

NRT - CAN

The reclinjng didnot work in our seats. The TV didnot work. The crew was not helpful. The food was awful. Overall very very poor experience. I traveled with the family of 5

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. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo is Scoot. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 1,206 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are HK Express and China Eastern, starting at RM 1,341 and RM 1,492 round-trip. Users have found that Scoot is 32% 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?

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  • 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 1,578). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in April is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,011). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapestRM 1,206AverageRM 1,804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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HK ExpressCheapestRM 1,341AverageRM 1,627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,492AverageRM 1,852FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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