Flying from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI): What you need to know
There are a couple of airports you can take off from in Osaka. Check out your options leaving from Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB) when reserving your flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is located in Kota Kinabalu. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour behind Osaka.
To ensure you catch your flight from Osaka to BKI, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Osaka to BKI. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Kansai International Airport (KIX). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular airports:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The distance from central Osaka to KIX is around 48 kilometers. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 45 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport? Stay at a hotel near Kansai International Airport, like First Cabin Kansai Airport. Hotel Nikko Kansai Airport - 3 Mins Walk to the Airport will also put you moments from check-in.
Of the departures from Kansai International Airport, 67.95% land on schedule at their destination.
KIX's address is 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Itami Airport (ITM)
Driving from central Osaka to ITM usually takes 20 minutes, depending on traffic conditions. The distance from the city center to the airport is around 16 kilometers.
Flying off with the first light? Think about checking in to one of these accommodation options near Itami Airport the day before your Osaka to BKI flight:
Itami Airport has an on-time performance of 77.41%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
You'll find ITM at 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
If you're on your way to UKB from central Osaka, it takes around 45 minutes to get there by car. The journey is roughly 40 kilometers.
Skip the morning rush on departure day — stay close to Kobe Airport and know you'll be at your gate with time to spare. Get settled at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight:
With 85.15% of its departing flights arriving when they should, UKB is a dependable starting point for any journey.
You'll find Kobe Airport at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
If you have a late flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near BKI:
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Booking your ride around one week in advance of your Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
Right now, $143 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $303. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Osaka to BKI, book in advance. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
August is the busiest month for flights from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI). Plan your visit to Kota Kinabalu in February if you prefer a quieter experience.
Before locking in your Osaka to BKI plane ticket, consider what kind of weather you prefer. May is the warmest month in Kota Kinabalu, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
More about Kota Kinabalu
Start your Kota Kinabalu trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Osaka to Kota Kinabalu International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park, Danum Valley Conservation Area (DVCA) and Sipadan Dive Centre Sdn. Bhd. Are highlights which should be on any good Kota Kinabalu itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Kota Kinabalu, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Travel around 225 kilometers east to Sandakan to check off its popular sights. From Sepilok Orang Utan Sanctuary (Pusat Pemulihan Orangutan) to Sun Bear Conservation Centre, Sepilok and Sandakan Rainforest Park, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 274 kilometers south-east of Kota Kinabalu, Tawau is another favorite stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at D'mount kinabalu adventure, Jungleland and Hot Springs Tawau.
