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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo:

• Earliest: departs at 00:10 and lands at 07:07
• Latest: departs at 23:25 and lands at 06:22.

The flight takes about 6h 57m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo takes 6h 57m, covering 8,618 km.

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.

Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo range from S$ 479 to S$ 762, with an average of S$ 597 over the past 12 months. Anything below S$ 479 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 9% above the S$ 597 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average S$ 309 return via Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK), compared with S$ 680 for direct.

Japan Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while ANA has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo flights are:

• Japan Airlines: 95% on time
• ANA: 94% on time
• AirAsia X: 91% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 89% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge S$ 31–S$ 128 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Night is the busiest departure period on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 25%, Afternoon flights for 25%, and Evening flights for 0%.

One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about S$ 327, which is 7% above the typical average for this route.

Since Tokyo is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) – daily rates from around S$ 25:

• Yesaway
• Times
• IX Rental
• Avis
• Wheego

Near Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT) – daily rates from around S$ 17:

• IX Rental
• Yesaway
• Relax Rent A Car
• Times
• JDM Rent a car

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and may arrive at several airports in Tokyo area, including Tokyo Haneda (HND) and Tokyo Narita (NRT).

Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while morning departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo route, 11% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h.

One-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo most commonly connect through:

• Manila Ninoy Aquino Intl (MNL) – 59% of one-stop connections
• Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) – 8% of one-stop connections
• Hanoi Noibai (HAN) – 7% of one-stop connections
• Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK) – 6% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 7% on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo. Monday is the cheapest departure day at S$ 588 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at S$ 631, a difference of S$ 43.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

6 airlines operate flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Tokyo. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• Malaysia Airlines
• ANA
• Japan Airlines
• AirAsia X
• ZIPAIR
• Batik Air

Flying via Bandar Seri Begawan Brunei Intl (BWN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 9h 27m, compared to 10h 11m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and 10h 55m via Fukuoka (FUK).

Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (Japan Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Among airlines operating Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Tokyo flights:

• AirAsia X: offers free seat selection
• ZIPAIR: offers free seat selection
• Batik Air: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• ANA: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Malaysia Airlines: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• AirAsia X: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• ZIPAIR: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Batik Air: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

If you’re flying with Malaysia Airlines, there are three lounges in Kuala Lumpur International Airport, which are a great place to relax while you wait for your flight. Golden Lounge Regional is located in the main terminal from which flights to Tokyo depart. If you’re flying with another airline you can pay to access the Plaza Premium Lounge, which costs RM 160 approx. for 2 hours.

Both of Tokyo’s international airports are well-equipped for passengers who have a disability or require mobility assistance. Wheelchairs, electric carts, and electric walkers are all available. To access these services, simply go to the nearest information desk to request assistance. There are also information telephones in Haneda Airport where you can call for assistance.

From Haneda Airport you can take the train to Tokyo Station in around 25 minutes at a cost of ¥580 (RM 22) approx., although it involves making a change. The easiest way to get from Narita International Airport to central Tokyo is to take the Narita Express (NEX), which takes approximately one hour to travel direct to Tokyo Station and costs ¥3,000 (RM 112) approx.