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Flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Tokyo.R 2,371 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,371, select.
Tokyo.R 2,705 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with HK Express.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,705, select.
Tokyo.R 2,884 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,884, select.
Tokyo.R 2,908 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 May.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,908, select.
Tokyo.R 2,934 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with HK Express.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,934, select.
Tokyo.R 3,004 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,004, select.
Tokyo.R 3,077 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Dec.One-way flight with HK Express.Outbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 16 Dec, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,077, select.
Tokyo.R 3,170 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep.One-way flight with Philippines AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Philippines AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,170, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo flights are currently cheapest in June.
Dec
from R 3,077
Jan
from R 2,705
Feb
from R 2,934
Mar
from R 2,884
Apr
from R 3,325
May
from R 2,908
Jun
from R 2,371
Jul
from R 3,257
Aug
from R 3,004
Sep
from R 3,170
Oct
from R 3,606
Nov
from R 3,617

Alternative Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 2,371
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo: Frequently asked questions

There are 3 airports in Tokyo: Tokyo Haneda, Tokyo Narita and Ibaraki.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo is R 5,386. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 5,386.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo is usually January.
If you're flying from Kota Kinabalu Airport, the cheapest airport near Tokyo is Tokyo Narita – which is 63.7 km away from the centre of Tokyo. We've found flights into this airport from R 5,386.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Tokyo on Sunday, 18 January 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kota Kinabalu Airport and Tokyo. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Tokyo but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Tokyo is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In December, the average temperature is usually around 19°C. August is typically the warmest month in Tokyo, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is February, with temperatures averaging 15°C. The rainiest month is May.
Currently, HK Express offers the cheapest flight tickets to Tokyo.

Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Tokyo: what you need to know

  • The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is one hour ahead of Kota Kinabalu, where Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located.

  • Leave plenty of time to catch your BKI to Tokyo flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • Start your journey at BKI and fly nonstop to Narita International Airport (NRT). That will be your arrival point when searching for Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo tickets.

  • Check out the promotions from Malaysia Airlines. This airline operates direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo.

  • We make it simple to book flight tickets from BKI to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers include:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Incheon International Airport (ICN)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • Central Kota Kinabalu to BKI is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Looking for a hotel close to BKI? If you've booked an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo, these accommodation options will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Kota Kinabalu International Airport, data shows 73.51% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Tokyo

  • R 2,371 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo flight. A return flight ticket starts at R 5,386. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • Get cheap flights from BKI to Tokyo by booking ten months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo tickets is February. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then select the dates offering the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's an even bigger deal on cheap flights from BKI to Tokyo.

  • Find an affordable flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo with the help of our filters. Choose your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

Airports in Tokyo

Haneda Airport (HND)

  • Haneda Airport (HND) is around 16 kilometres from central Tokyo. If you're catching a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.

  • Book a hotel near HND if you're coming in on a late flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Haneda Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and explore beyond Tokyo's main sights.

  • To get the best deal, book your ride from Haneda Airport around three weeks ahead of your flight from BKI to Tokyo.

  • HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.

Narita International Airport (NRT)

  • After your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour by car. Central Tokyo is roughly 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT).

  • Following your BKI to Tokyo flight, settle in at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:

  • Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire make picking up a Narita International Airport rental car easy and quick. These trusted companies are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • Get exactly what you want. Booking your ride from NRT four weeks ahead of time often means more savings and a greater range of vehicles.

  • Narita International Airport is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.

Best time to go to Tokyo

  • Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo. The city buzzes during peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Tokyo in the low season for a more relaxed vibe.

  • The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Book your Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BKI to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).

More about Tokyo

  • After booking your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Tokyo, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:

  • Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Tokyo Tower are a couple of big attractions to put on your Tokyo travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing.

Explore more of Japan

  • Osaka is just one of the many places in Japan waiting to be explored after you've seen Tokyo. Around 402 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in Japan, head for Nagoya, about 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are among its highlights.

Plan the rest of your trip from Kota Kinabalu to Tokyo

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.