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Cheapest flight ticket found	RM961
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	6 hrs, 52 mins
Possible destinations	78
Most popular airline	Malaysia Airlines
Average flights per week	239

Cheap flight deals to Japan

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Japan? If you want to travel to Japan next month, return fares start from RM1,147. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Tokyo.RM961 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and Jetstar Japan.Outbound direct flight with BatikAir Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Inbound direct flight with Jetstar Japan departs from Tokyo Narita on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM961, select.

Osaka.RM1,003 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Wed, 15 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Kansai International (Osaka).Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Kansai International (Osaka) on Wed, 15 Jul, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,003, select.

Fukuoka.RM1,061 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia and Peach.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kota Kinabalu on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Fukuoka.Inbound indirect flight with Peach, departs from Fukuoka on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Tokyo Narita.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,061, select.

Okinawa.RM1,108 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Apr, returning Wed, 6 May.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 29 Apr, arriving in Okinawa Naha.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Okinawa Naha on Wed, 6 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,108, select.

Nagoya.RM1,190 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with VietJet Air.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 9 Jul, arriving in Nagoya Chubu Centrair.Inbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Nagoya Chubu Centrair on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,190, select.

Kochi.RM1,315 per passenger.Departing Sun, 5 Jul, returning Fri, 17 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 5 Jul, arriving in Kochi.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Kochi on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,315, select.

Sapporo.RM1,341 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct, returning Wed, 28 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia and AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Sapporo Chitose.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sapporo Chitose on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,341, select.

Takamatsu.RM1,470 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Sun, 19 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Takamatsu.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Takamatsu on Sun, 19 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,470, select.

Oita.RM1,502 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Thu, 10 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Oita.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Oita on Thu, 10 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,502, select.

Hiroshima.RM1,532 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Mon, 15 Jun.Return flight with VietJet Air and HK Express.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Hiroshima International.Inbound indirect flight with HK Express, departs from Hiroshima International on Mon, 15 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,532, select.

Ishigaki.RM1,602 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 May, returning Wed, 13 May.Return flight with Scoot and ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Ishigaki.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Ishigaki on Wed, 13 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,602, select.

Aomori.RM1,615 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Jul, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia and Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Aomori.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Aomori on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,615, select.

Matsuyama.RM1,626 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Tue, 3 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia and Jetstar Japan.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Matsuyama.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar Japan, departs from Matsuyama on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,626, select.

Sendai.RM1,677 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Jun, returning Wed, 17 Jun.Return flight with VietJet Air and Ibex Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with VietJet Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 10 Jun, arriving in Sendai.Inbound indirect flight with Ibex Airlines, departs from Sendai on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,677, select.

Komatsu.RM1,679 per passenger.Departing Wed, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and Japan Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Komatsu.Inbound indirect flight with Japan Airlines, departs from Komatsu on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,679, select.

Toyama.RM1,686 per passenger.Departing Sun, 23 Aug, returning Sun, 30 Aug.Return flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways).Outbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Toyama.Inbound indirect flight with ANA (All Nippon Airways), departs from Toyama on Sun, 30 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM1,686, select.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Malaysia to Japan?

The average flight time between Malaysia and Tokyo (Japan's capital), is 7 hours and 2 minutes. This has been calculated based on journeys departing from Kuala Lumpur.

Which airlines offer direct flights to Japan?

Malaysia Airlines, Japan Airlines, AirAsia X, American Airlines, Firefly, Qatar Airways, BatikAir Malaysia and ANA (All Nippon Airways) all fly direct to Japan.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Japan?

We crunched some numbers and found that the cheapest month to fly to Japan is currently April.

Can I get a direct flight to Japan?

Yes – you can fly direct to Tokyo, Osaka, Sapporo, and many more destinations in Japan.

How much are return flights to Japan?

The best price we found for a return flight to Japan is RM961. 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.

What's the cheapest city to fly into in Japan?

The cheapest city to fly into is Tokyo; and the cheapest airport serving this city at the moment is Tokyo Narita.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Japan?

The cheapest airport in Japan is Tokyo Narita – we've found flights from RM961.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Japan on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Japan is Monday, 27 April 2026, – to Tokyo Narita Airport.

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How to find cheap flights to Japan

Leave from Kuala Lumpur International when planning your flight to Japan for the most budget-friendly start to your trip.
Then arrive at Tokyo Narita to get even more value from your fare.
The cheapest time to visit Japan is generally during April.
The best price for a one-way flight is RM418. A round-trip ticket starts from RM960.
Flexible with your arrival city if it helps you save? Discover the cheapest places to fly into by adding your departure airport, then entering 'Japan' in the 'To' field.
If you've already settled on a destination city, select 'Add nearby airports.' This lets you compare prices for nearby airports and potentially get better value.
Save yourself the daily search for fares by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an automatic notification whenever the price drops on your route.
Book in advance. You're more likely to find a bargain and a wider range of departure options.

The best time to go to Japan

Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight that suits your budget and itinerary.
January is the most popular month to travel. Head off then if you want peak season energy, but maybe look elsewhere if you're hoping for a deal.
December is the quietest time of year to travel if you want a more relaxed pace. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Japan then.
Choose the season that suits how you like to explore, whether that's hotter, cooler or somewhere in between. August is one of the warmest months in Japan, with a maximum average of 27ºC (81ºF).
January brings cooler conditions, with lows averaging -1ºC (30ºF).
January is usually the wettest month, while May is the driest.
Depending on when and where you go, also take into account weather risks like typhoon season and periods of heavy rainfall.

Getting to Japan

When it's time to book flights to Japan, there are plenty of arrival airports to choose from. These are some of the busiest:
- Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND) in Tokyo
- Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo
- Kansai International Airport (KIX) in Osaka
These airlines are the key players touching down at this destination, based on rough monthly flight numbers:
- ANA (All Nippon Airways) — 2,000
- J-Air — 2,000
- Jeju Air — 1,100
Many flights to Japan pass through major international hubs like Shanghai, Seoul and Taipei. Any stops you have will depend on the airline and your departure city.

Places to visit in Japan

Tokyo

If you had to choose just one place, this city in Kantō would be a strong contender. With a population of roughly 38 million, it packs in more highlights than you can get to in one visit.
Key stops include Sensho-ji, Ginza Central Street and Yayoi Kusama Museum.
You'll discover plenty of flight deals to Japan touching down at Tokyo's main airport, Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND). Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT) adds more options when searching for lower prices.
Explore the range of hotels in Tokyo and round out your trip with a stay you'll love.

Osaka

See a different side of things in this Kansai city of around 2.6 million people.
Dotonbori, Osaka Castle and Kiyomizu-dera are among the first things worth making time for.
You can reach the city through Kansai International Airport (KIX) or Kobe Airport (UKB).
After locking in your airfare, you can focus on finding the right stay among the hotels in Osaka.

Fukuoka

Located in Kyushu-Okinawa and with a population of about 1.4 million, this city also secures its spot as one of the best places to visit in Japan.
Top attractions to cross off while you're here include Itsukushima Shrine, Uminonakamichi Seaside Park and Ohori Park.
You can arrive in the city through its main airport, Fukuoka Airport (FUK).
Whether you're planning a quick stay or a longer break, hotels in Fukuoka offer options for every kind of trip.

Good to know

Entry rules can vary depending on your travel plans and passport, so always check ahead. Official embassy sites and airlines will have reliable advice on visas or other documents you may need.
Japanese is the language most commonly spoken throughout Japan.
You'll be using the Japanese yen (JPY) for your daily spending. Debit and credit cards are only accepted at larger businesses, so having another payment method helps.
ATMs (automatic teller machines) are just about everywhere, making it simple to get cash when you need it.
In Japan, tipping does not form part of standard service. Pay only the amount shown on the bill.
Staying connected is easy, with high Wi-Fi coverage across most places travellers hang out.
Tokyo is the capital of Japan, which has a population of roughly 120 million.
You won't have to adjust your watch as you travel around this destination, with only one standard time zone of UTC+9 inches place.
Japan is part of the Eastern Asia subregion of Asia.
The most well-known events on the calendar include the Kyoto Gion Matsuri grand procession, Cherry Blossom (Sakura) Season and the Aomori Nebuta Matsuri parade. Time your flight to Japan around these occasions for an experience that moves beyond the must-see list.

Complete your trip with hotels and a car hire

Booked that cheap ticket to Japan? Now decide where you'll rest your head and how you'll get around. Check out the range of hotels in Japan and filter your search by location, star rating and more. Also browse car hire options in Japan and choose from pickup points in cities or at airports.