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Cheapest return flight
RM 1,673
Typical prices: RM 1,482-RM 2,085
Jeju Air
Sat 29/9Thu 4/10
BKI - KIX • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kota Kinabalu and Osaka Kansai Intl Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 18% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Fuzhou (FOC)
Cheapest • Avg RM 1,370 (return)
Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE)
Shortest trip • 9h 55m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kansai Intl (BKI-KIX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Kansai Intl

Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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00:30 - 16:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
14h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl
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12:00 - 23:30KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
12h 30m1 stop Incheon Intl
RM 1,673Jeju Air
Sat, 24 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
HK Express Logo
01:15 - 20:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
18h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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21:15 - 00:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
RM 1,705HK Express
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Multiple Airlines Logo
01:15 - 19:40BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
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08:05 - 16:15KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
9h 10m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
RM 1,799Multiple Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Sun, 4 Oct
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00:30 - 11:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
10h 00m1 stop Incheon Intl
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13:45 - 01:20KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
12h 35m2 stops Kaohsiung City Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl
RM 1,940Multiple Airlines
Wed, 28 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
China Eastern Logo
01:30 - 18:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
15h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
China Eastern Logo
19:00 - 00:30KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
30h 30m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
RM 1,944China Eastern
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
HK Express Logo
01:15 - 19:40BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 25m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
HK Express Logo
14:00 - 00:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
11h 35m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
RM 1,944HK Express
Sat, 24 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov
HK Express Logo
01:15 - 19:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
HK Express Logo
21:15 - 00:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
RM 1,969HK Express
Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
HK Express Logo
01:30 - 20:20BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
17h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
HK Express Logo
21:15 - 00:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 20m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
RM 2,001HK Express
Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:40 - 17:10BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
7h 30m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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06:55 - 00:35KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
18h 40m2 stops Okinawa Naha Hong Kong Intl
RM 2,082Multiple Airlines
Thu, 18 Feb - Tue, 23 Feb
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08:40 - 21:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-KIX Osaka Kansai Intl
12h 05m1 stop Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl
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08:00 - 16:15KIX  Osaka Kansai Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
9h 15m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
RM 2,159Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport start at RM 1,673. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from RM 1,482 to RM 2,085. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was RM 1,673 on Jeju Air.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport and is 8% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 9% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

  • July is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport at RM 1,402 return.
  • December (RM 2,115) and February (RM 1,932) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

Low season

July
Best time to beat the crowds (18% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (1% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kansai Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Kansai Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Osaka Kansai Intl (KIX).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) – 37% of one-stop connections
    • Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 33% of one-stop connections
    • Incheon Intl (ICN) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) – 7% of one-stop connections

    Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    On the Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 16%. Sunday is the cheapest day at RM 1,580 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at RM 1,867 – a RM 288 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What popular places can I visit in Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Osaka Kansai Intl Airport are Namba Train Station, Osaka Namba Train Station, and Dotonbori Glico Man Sign. These are among the most viewed places in Osaka Kansai Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 20% above the route average of RM 1,703. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    A direct flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 6,003 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about RM 1,673 to RM 6,943. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Flying via Taipei City Taiwan Taoyuan Intl (TPE) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 55m, compared to 10h 47m via Incheon Intl (ICN) and 11h 04m via Shanghai Pu Dong (PVG).

  • What is the time difference between Kota Kinabalu and Osaka Kansai Intl Airport?

    Osaka Kansai Intl Airport is 1 hour ahead of Kota Kinabalu (Japan Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which car hire options are available at Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX)?

    Osaka Kansai Intl Airport (KIX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around RM 43 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Yesaway
    • CG Car Rental
    • KuMa Rental Car
    • IX Rental
    • HM Rent a Car

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport range from RM 1,482 to RM 2,085, with an average of RM 1,703 over the past 12 months. Anything below RM 1,482 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Sunday flights average RM 1,580 – about RM 288 less than Friday (15% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl Airport trip for July. Fares historically average RM 1,402 return in that month – typically RM 713 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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