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Cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo from RM 531

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 24/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BKI — TYO
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult

Cheap 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 16 May 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 1,109

One-way from

RM 531

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 1,704

Good one-way deal

RM 1,623 or less
Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 28/6-6/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 10m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo
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Philippines AirAsia
  • Philippines AirAsia
  • 24/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 20m total
  • Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (RM 594 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (RM 323 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo (TYO).
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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 16 May 2025.

Sat 28/601:45BKI - NRT
1 stop16h 20mPhilippines AirAsia
Sun 6/720:30NRT - BKI
1 stop29h 50mPhilippines AirAsia
Deal found 15/5RM 1,109
Wed 16/701:45BKI - NRT
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 21/711:10NRT - BKI
1 stop15h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5RM 1,225
Mon 14/720:25BKI - NRT
1 stop33h 15mScoot
Thu 24/721:10NRT - BKI
2 stops24h 50mScoot
Deal found 14/5RM 1,563
Sun 9/1109:15BKI - HND
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 23/1123:55HND - BKI
1 stop24h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5RM 1,627
Thu 29/500:05BKI - HND
1 stop14h 45mChina Eastern
Wed 4/617:10HND - BKI
1 stop30h 50mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/5RM 1,670
Thu 2/1007:00BKI - NRT
1 stop12h 50mBatik Air
Sun 12/1010:25NRT - BKI
1 stop12h 05mBatik Air
Deal found 15/5RM 1,863
Thu 6/1113:00BKI - NRT
1 stop27h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Thu 20/1122:30NRT - BKI
1 stop17h 50mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 16/5RM 2,287
Sun 9/1119:05BKI - NRT
2 stops40h 05mChina Southern
Fri 21/1114:35NRT - BKI
1 stop28h 25mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5RM 2,484
Thu 29/500:30BKI - NRT
1 stop14h 25mJeju Air
Wed 4/611:50NRT - BKI
1 stop12h 40mJeju Air
Deal found 15/5RM 2,698
Thu 6/1119:05BKI - HND
1 stop23h 35mChina Southern
Thu 20/1110:45HND - BKI
1 stop32h 15mChina Southern
Deal found 16/5RM 2,839
Wed 18/605:20BKI - HND
2 stops18h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Thu 19/601:55HND - BKI
2 stops40h 05mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 16/5RM 3,276
Sun 18/500:10BKI - HND
1 stop21h 40mKorean Air
Tue 27/502:00HND - BKI
1 stop22h 10mKorean Air
Deal found 16/5RM 4,261

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Kota Kinabalu

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Return

Price

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sat 28/6

01:45-19:05

1 stop16h 20m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 6/7

20:30-01:20

1 stop29h 50m

RM 1,109

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Wed 16/7

01:45-18:10

1 stop15h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Mon 21/7

11:10-01:20

1 stop15h 10m

RM 1,225

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Mon 14/7

20:25-06:40

1 stop33h 15m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 24/7

21:10-21:00

2 stops24h 50m

RM 1,563

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/11

09:15-00:40

1 stop14h 25m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 23/11

23:55-23:35

1 stop24h 40m

RM 1,627

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 29/5

00:05-15:50

1 stop14h 45m

Tokyo Haneda

Wed 4/6

17:10-23:00

1 stop30h 50m

RM 1,670

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 2/10

07:00-20:50

1 stop12h 50m

Tokyo Narita

Sun 12/10

10:25-21:30

1 stop12h 05m

RM 1,863

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 6/11

13:00-17:30

1 stop27h 30m

Tokyo Narita

Thu 20/11

22:30-15:20

1 stop17h 50m

RM 2,287

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Sun 9/11

19:05-12:10

2 stops40h 05m

Tokyo Narita

Fri 21/11

14:35-18:00

1 stop28h 25m

RM 2,484

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - NRT

BKINRT

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 29/5

00:30-15:55

1 stop14h 25m

Tokyo Narita

Wed 4/6

11:50-23:30

1 stop12h 40m

RM 2,698

Kota KinabaluTokyo

BKI - HND

BKIHND

Kota Kinabalu

Thu 6/11

19:05-13:35

1 stop17h 30m

Tokyo Haneda

Sun 23/11

10:45-18:00

1 stop32h 15m

RM 2,839

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo. Price data was last updated on 9 May 2025.

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 50 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo (average of RM 294). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 547). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BKI to TYO?

Find hourly flight availability from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 May 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 72% on airfare.

Rainfall in Tokyo by month

Plan your trip to Tokyo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Tokyo ranges from 50.0 - 210.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 210.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Tokyo when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Tokyo by month

Plan your trip to Tokyo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Tokyo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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 16 May 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Korean Air, Asiana Airlines and Singapore Airlines from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,073 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,073 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,073 reviews
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Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Asiana Airlines
8.2
Very Good
441 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,073 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,294 reviews
Korean Air
8.4
Very Good
1,073 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.3

Food

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Dec 2024

JFK - MCO

Flight was short, so we did not get food, but that is expected. Only have entertainment a fair rating because no wifi is provided onboard. Good flight overall.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo. 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 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. 7 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.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo is Philippines AirAsia. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as RM 1,109 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Scoot and China Eastern, starting at RM 1,563 and RM 1,670 round-trip. Users have found that Philippines AirAsia is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as RM 531 on Philippines AirAsia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Scoot from RM 784 and China Eastern from RM 895 one-way.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo (average of RM 294). Flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 547). 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 7 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo

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Batik AirCheapestRM 1,356AverageRM 1,755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,415AverageRM 1,926FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 1,439AverageRM 2,392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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ScootCheapestRM 1,536AverageRM 1,836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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T'way AirCheapestRM 1,584AverageRM 1,743FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
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Jin AirCheapestRM 1,816AverageRM 2,590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 2,263AverageRM 2,870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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