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RM 731 Find Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka

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Cheapest return fare
RM 1,517
Typical prices: RM 1,550-RM 1,171
Scoot
Fri 31/7Mon 3/8
BKI - KIX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
RM 731
Typical prices: RM 790-RM 833
Scoot
Mon 14/9
BKI - KIX • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from RM 1,746 (return)
Best reviews • 7.3 score
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Cheapest • Avg RM 1,177 (return)
Shortest trip • 8h 41m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka (BKI-OSA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka

Fri, 31 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
Scoot Logo
20:45 - 14:35
BKI
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KIX
16h 50m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
15:50 - 11:15
KIX
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BKI
20h 25m
1 stop
RM 1,517Scoot
Sat, 29 Aug - Sat, 5 Sep
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20:45 - 14:35
BKI
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KIX
16h 50m
1 stop
Scoot Logo
15:50 - 11:15
KIX
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BKI
20h 25m
1 stop
RM 1,525Scoot
Thu, 11 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
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22:00 - 14:35
BKI
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KIX
15h 35m
1 stop
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13:35 - 23:30
KIX
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BKI
10h 55m
1 stop
RM 1,560Multiple Airlines
Mon, 15 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
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20:30 - 14:35
BKI
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KIX
17h 05m
1 stop
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19:55 - 23:30
KIX
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BKI
28h 35m
1 stop
RM 1,596Multiple Airlines
Sat, 6 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun
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01:15 - 12:45
BKI
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KIX
10h 30m
1 stop
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13:40 - 00:30
KIX
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BKI
11h 50m
1 stop
RM 1,647HK Express
Fri, 31 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
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20:45 - 22:00
BKI
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KIX
24h 15m
2 stops
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15:50 - 11:15
KIX
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BKI
20h 25m
1 stop
RM 1,762Multiple Airlines
Thu, 11 Jun - Thu, 18 Jun
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22:00 - 14:35
BKI
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KIX
15h 35m
1 stop
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07:30 - 23:30
KIX
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BKI
17h 00m
2 stops
RM 1,833Multiple Airlines
Fri, 31 Jul - Mon, 3 Aug
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20:45 - 09:10
BKI
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KIX
35h 25m
3 stops
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15:50 - 11:15
KIX
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BKI
20h 25m
1 stop
RM 1,880Multiple Airlines
Thu, 9 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul
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19:05 - 19:50
BKI
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ITM
23h 45m
2 stops
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14:30 - 10:45
ITM
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BKI
45h 15m
2 stops
RM 3,409JAL
Thu, 9 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul
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17:45 - 19:50
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ITM
25h 05m
2 stops
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14:30 - 10:45
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45h 15m
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RM 3,417JAL
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kota Kinabalu to Osaka flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka departing in July.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka is July, where tickets cost RM 502 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are May and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is RM 1,438 and RM 1,351 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonAugust
Cheapest flightRM 731
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (10% more expensive on average)
Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka Kansai Intl

When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka

  • What is the cheapest flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka was RM 731 for a one-way ticket and RM 1,560 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    When flying out of Kota Kinabalu you will be using Kota Kinabalu. You will be landing at one of these airports: Osaka Itami or Osaka Kansai Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between Kota Kinabalu and Osaka.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka, China Eastern or HK Express?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka are China Eastern and HK Express. With an average price for the route of RM 1,637 and an overall rating of 7.3, China Eastern is the most popular choice. HK Express is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of RM 1,571 and an overall rating of 7.3.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Osaka from Kota Kinabalu is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Osaka with an airline and back to Kota Kinabalu with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Osaka from Kota Kinabalu up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kota Kinabalu to Osaka? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.3
China EasternOverall score based on 209 reviews
7.6Boarding
7.3Comfort
7.8Crew
6.2Entertainment
6.9Food
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The flight was delayed. The staff made us wait in the room that is too small and it was crowded and with no seats available for waiting. They did not tell us why the delay occurred.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Apr 2026
PVG - LAX
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The flight was delayed. The staff made us wait in the room that is too small and it was crowded and with no seats available for waiting. They did not tell us why the delay occurred.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking at the gate, then there was another ticket checking at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Not sure which idiot made this absolutely unnecessary arrangement.

While boarding at PVG, there was a ticket checking by the gate, then there was another ticket checking right at the bottom of the escalator, which created quite a dangerous congestion. Don't understand why the duplication?

I was traveling alone with an infant, so the crew was incredibly helpful. Both the international and subsequent domestic flights were impeccable.

Plane was good. But food was bad and air host was so rude. I will never fly with China Eastern again

The flight was delayed by 2 hours, although to their credit they delayed my connecting flight so people could reach it. Also their site is a nightmare to navigate on a phone. Everything else was good.

The ticket was last minute buy so no concerns about the pricing this time, but the crew in general could have been more accommodating, helpful.

CTU-KMG-CNX with 1.5 hr connection at KMG. Doable but just barely bc immigration exit from China is at the last flight leg, here: KMG to CNX. We hauled out of the domestic terminal to reenter at the international departures (luggage checked thru to CNX thankfully). Immigration had only two agents, even though KMG gets a HUGE number of foreigners. It took forever for such a shot line. Then security also took a while, so I just just made the connection. Recommend if you exit China with domestic international transfer, plan for 2+ hrs to avoid a heart attack. Airline personnel don’t suffer if you miss the flight, you do. Plan accordingly.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers. A BIG ISSUE FOR NON-CHINESE PASSENGERS IS THE ABILITY TO CHECK IN ONLINE, by making so difficult or almost impossible there is no chance to get a seat assignment ahead of time then go to the airport and get what is left. THIS IS NOT a SKY TEAM modality.

China Eastern as a member of Sky Alliance airlines should have the same standards overall of their partners, Besides the seats comforts everything else is bellow the standard for a business class travelers.

Captain smooth landing, Crew efficient and helpful. We saw Mt Fuji from the plane. Thanks.

On time and smooth flight from San Juan direct to Sint Maarten.

Just to be expected on a budget airline. Since all the flights were either late on the evening it would help to offer some food for purchase Since you tourists cannot buy decent food withoit local vaccination record in hong Kong this would really to help Using phone to submit electronic data is great but for the elderly this is a hassle

Flight cancelled without notidication, had to book an emergency replacement flight at the counter

Amazing experience, tonnes of leg room, great crew and smooth flight. Especially for this price for business class.

Great Value with Tway Airlines I highly recommend flying with Tway Airlines—especially if you're looking for a budget-friendly option. While the lowest fare comes with limited luggage allowance, it suited me perfectly since I was traveling light. Check-in and boarding were impressively fast and hassle-free. The ground staff and cabin crew were exceptionally polite and courteous throughout the journey. Although the aircraft was an older model and lacked inflight entertainment, this was a minor trade-off considering the ticket cost was nearly 70% lower than typical fares on the ICN–FRA route. If you're focused on value and efficiency over luxury, Tway delivers a smooth and pleasant experience.

I liked cleanliness, comfort, kind staff. I thought communication about meals could be better. We did not know how we were supposed to ensure we had food and drinks in our booking

ok flight, but charged for everything. water, food, baggage. no free water available, I had to plead to give me water to take medicine.

Need to consider about zero entertainment services and lack of flight information!

I can't board the 2nd flight due to the last 1st flight. In the 1st flight check-in, I can't board due to the stupid problem of K-ETA visa. The booking system and the flight company should inform the customer a few days earlier. This is the worse experience in my life. I won't use KAYAK and the airline anymore. My friends were also surprised about this stupid situation. I won't use KAYAK and T'way anymore.

I can't board the flight due to the K-ETA problem. You should inform the customer clearly a few days before the flight. I can't cancel/change the flight now. This is the worst experience in my life. I also never hear about this kind of bad experience. I won't use the booking system and the flight company anymore.

Boarding was not as per sequence Light snacks were not available Window had hair oil stains and water condensation

3 hours delay ,we changed plane after boarding and waiting inside

Apart from the staff at the airport who were amazing the rest of the experience with scoot was disgusting a very basic flight packed and uncomfortable no consideration to a disabled traveller. And even worse from Singapore to Vienna. All about the money. Not even a complementary coffee or juice. From the airline. The staff at the airport didn't look at me as been disabled and no help not even a wheelchair was offered. The food on the plane was cheap and tasteless and expensive no entertainment on plane and WiFi which had to be paid for was intermittent at best.

Uncoordinated boarding, seat comfort is terrible, even toilet is so small that overweight people wouldn't fit in. Baggage scam with additional fees. Stay away from this airline.

Forthright communication to the customers regarding services offered and any fees involved.

Scoot is a no frills budget airline. Do not expect a legacy airline experience.

I have taken more than 50 flights in the past year and this is the worst onboard experience that I've come across. There's always a risk with budget airlines and their creative views of customer service. Having bought a standard seat, we boarded at the assigned seat - we naturally couldn't choose ourselves as that would be extra cost. After take-off, the person in the row in front leans back their seat. As a frequent flyer, I believe this is their right, so I try to lean my seat back as well to have the same space available. However, my standard seat could not lean back, as the row behind was an exit row. As I had paid for a standard seat, not a less space than standard, I moved to the completely free row behind me. This was not allowed, as due to extra legroom, this would cost extra. Subsequently spent the next 30 mins discussing this scenario with the crew. I have no issues with budget airlines and additional charges, but if I pay for a standard seat, I want a standard seat, not one with less space. As you do not offer me a discount for the less space, do not try and charge me a premium, when I find a free seat with more space. It works both ways Scoot.

Finishes were quite worn, including our very scratched up seatback. No entertainment available, and the WiFi (even for “ScootHub”) was very slow. Crew were somewhat friendly.

Food & lower the prices. Look at Air Asia food look better & affordable

Not a frequent user of their website booking. Booked my check-in baggage and only realized that I did not book my check in baggage for return flight. The receipt was not clear in identifying that as well. Was charged exorbitantly at check in counter. Bad taste for sure when it is a business trip and not leisure trip. Baggage was delayed for more than an hour at belt back in SG.

Originally I booked this flight in Business Class seats, but few weeks prior to departure they downgraded our ticket to Premium Economy class because they change the type of airplane but refused to compensate any difference in pricing. That is totally unfair practice to treat a business class costumer. The food on the flight is just OK and so is the service. The boarding is a mad house, you have no idea which line is for economy or sky priority class, unless you go to the front of the line to find out.

All good except with the new restrictions on using auxiliary power banks during the flight, business class really should have power access.

Ground crew Tried to charge us 1200 RMB -about $160 for Carry on when checking in Wuhan, they say the suitcase is too large, but it’s the standard samsonite carry out suitcase purchased at Costco and we had no issue when we travelled to China just a month ago, same airline. They Wuhan ground crew even threatened that when we layover in Xiamen, they will charge even more. Very unprofessional and caused a lot of stress. The airline really needs to investigate it.

Never got to go because of i correct information while attempting to check in

They gave incorrect visa information causing me to purchase another flight. Only to find out later there was something that could be done to work around it.

I recently flew with Xiamen Airlines and was thoroughly disappointed with the experience. To start, the seats were incredibly uncomfortable. They were cramped with minimal legroom, making it nearly impossible to find a comfortable position during the flight. This was exacerbated by the poor seat padding, which left me with a sore back and neck by the end of the journey. The food provided was another major letdown. The meals were bland and unappetizing, and it was clear that little effort was put into the quality or presentation. Even the snacks were subpar, and there were limited options for those with dietary restrictions. The airport transfer experience was terrible. The airline’s ground staff were unhelpful and disorganized, leading to long waits and confusion. This was especially frustrating when I was already tired from the uncomfortable flight. The process was poorly managed, making the entire experience stressful and inconvenient. Lastly, the in-flight entertainment was mediocre at best. The selection of movies and TV shows was outdated, and the screens were small and low-quality. The system also experienced frequent glitches, making it difficult to enjoy even the limited options available. Overall, my experience with Xiamen Airlines was far from satisfactory. From the uncomfortable seats and bad food to the terrible airport transfer experience and mediocre entertainment, I would not recommend flying with them.

The Jakarta flight was better.. We got off the plane fast. LAX to Xiamen was a slow exit. It took half and hour to disembark.

I was not allowed to board the plane if I did not buy a forward ticket after Indonesia. They said the Indonesian government would fine the airline. This was bullshit. In Jakarta immigration did not ask for this at all. I'm trying to refund the ticket. I was put in a middle seat and I asked to be put in an side seat. They wanted $45. I said NO. Later I was put in an side sest for free. On the second plane they put me in a middle seat and when I complained. They put me in the back with three empty seats. I was able to sleep. The food was okay and I got extra portions when asked. The lack of WIFI at Xiamen airport was a pain, but that's because of the Chinese government banning foreign browsers. Xiamen gets 3 out of 5. The cost was $503: LAX to Jakarta. A bargain, but you get what you pay for.

Free meals on all flights in economy. The 737´s don’t have screens so it’s a bummer. But the selection on 787´s is wide

The plane was small and a little stuffy inside the plane.

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