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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo from RM 767

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TYO
22 Jul — 29 Jul1
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 22 June 2026.

Thu 2/701:40
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/719:55
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop18h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6RM 1,721
Fri 3/700:35
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop15h 40m
Jin Air
Wed 8/711:10
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop13h 25m
Jin Air
Deal found 19/6RM 1,763
Thu 2/700:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop16h 00m
Jeju Air
Tue 7/716:50
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop31h 40m
Jeju Air
Deal found 19/6RM 1,783
Thu 2/701:40
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/711:35
NRT
-
BKI
2 stops11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6RM 1,808
Sun 9/800:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop17h 20m
Jeju Air
Thu 20/814:05
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop10h 25m
Jeju Air
Deal found 21/6RM 1,841
Fri 3/701:40
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop14h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/711:35
NRT
-
BKI
2 stops11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6RM 1,875
Sun 20/901:15
BKI
-
HND
1 stop23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 26/923:50
HND
-
BKI
1 stop25h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6RM 1,916
Mon 12/1020:30
BKI
-
HND
1 stop27h 35m
Scoot
Sun 18/1002:20
HND
-
BKI
1 stop18h 10m
Scoot
Deal found 21/6RM 1,937
Sat 4/720:45
BKI
-
HND
1 stop27h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 7/702:10
HND
-
BKI
1 stop12h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6RM 1,945
Fri 3/701:30
BKI
-
NRT
1 stop18h 25m
China Eastern
Tue 14/710:55
NRT
-
BKI
1 stop14h 35m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/6RM 1,958
Sat 29/801:15
BKI
-
HND
1 stop20h 40m
HK Express
Sat 5/906:35
HND
-
BKI
1 stop18h 55m
HK Express
Deal found 22/6RM 2,090
Thu 2/701:30
BKI
-
HND
1 stop18h 50m
China Eastern
Wed 8/708:40
HND
-
BKI
1 stop16h 50m
China Eastern
Deal found 20/6RM 2,099

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 22 June 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,721

One-way from

RM 767

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January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

RM 1,837
2/7-8/7
  • 2/7-8/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 10m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo
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HK Express
  • HK Express
  • 14/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 10m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (RM 686 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 114 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/7

00:30-17:30

1 stop16h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 7/7

16:50-23:30

1 stop31h 40m

RM 1,783
Fastest return journey

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/7

01:40-17:30

1 stop14h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 7/7

11:35-22:25

2 stops11h 50m

RM 1,808

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/8

00:30-18:50

1 stop17h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 20/8

14:05-23:30

1 stop10h 25m

RM 1,841

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/7

01:40-17:40

1 stop15h 00m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 8/7

11:35-22:25

2 stops11h 50m

RM 1,870

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 20/9

01:15-01:20

1 stop23h 05m

Tokyo Haneda

Sat 26/9

23:50-00:30

1 stop25h 40m

RM 1,949

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 3/7

01:30-20:55

1 stop18h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Tue 14/7

10:55-00:30

1 stop14h 35m

RM 1,958

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Fri 10/7

00:35-17:15

1 stop15h 40m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 13/7

19:15-23:35

1 stop29h 20m

RM 1,978

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 29/8

01:15-18:25

1 stop16h 10m

Tokyo Narita

Sat 5/9

18:30-23:30

1 stop30h 00m

RM 2,032

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/8

00:30-16:15

1 stop14h 45m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 20/8

10:30-22:25

2 stops12h 55m

RM 2,099

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/7

01:30-21:20

1 stop18h 50m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 8/7

17:35-00:30

2 stops55h 55m

RM 2,107

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo (average of RM 614). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,406). 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 1,326.

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 Bandar Seri Begawan (BWN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 00m.

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 26 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 22 June 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
154 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.2

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
154 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.2

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
225 reviews
China Southern
7.5
Good
154 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.2

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
154 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.2

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
154 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Comfort

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.2

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 15h 40m. 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 1,223 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are HK Express and China Eastern, starting at RM 1,360 and RM 1,514 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?

    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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo (average of RM 614). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in February is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,406). 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 1,223AverageRM 1,821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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HK ExpressCheapestRM 1,360AverageRM 1,650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time90%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,514AverageRM 1,880FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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