{
  "response": {
    "Key": "OSA-MY",
    "orig": {
      "code": "OSA",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Osaka",
      "fullCity": "Osaka, Japan",
      "airport": "Kansai Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "MY",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Malaysia"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Malaysia can I fly to from Osaka?",
        "answer": "From Osaka you can fly non-stop to Kuala Lumpur on AirAsia X. One-stop options via Singapore, Bangkok or Tokyo connect to Penang, Langkawi, Kota Kinabalu, Kuching and Johor Bahru. Kuala Lumpur is the main gateway for business, city stays and connections to the rest of Malaysia. Penang and Langkawi suit beach and food travelers, while Kota Kinabalu and Kuching serve Borneo nature trips."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Osaka to Malaysia?",
        "answer": "From Osaka to Kuala Lumpur, non-stop flights typically take around 6 hours 45 minutes to 7 hours 15 minutes, with similar durations in both directions. One-stop itineraries to cities like Penang or Kota Kinabalu often range from 9 to 13 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Osaka to Malaysia?",
        "answer": "There are no non-stop flights from Osaka to Malaysia. Most one-stop routes connect through Kuala Lumpur or Singapore, with airlines like Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, or AirAsia. Total travel time typically ranges from 9 to 14 hours depending on the layover."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Osaka to Malaysia?",
        "answer": "From Osaka to Malaysia key airlines are Malaysia Airlines, ANA, JAL, Singapore Airlines, Thai, Cathay Pacific, and AirAsia via their hubs."
      },
      "q4": {
        "question": "When is the cheapest time to fly from Osaka to Malaysia?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Osaka (KIX) to Kuala Lumpur are available daily on AirAsia X and Malaysia Airlines, with Batik Air Malaysia also flying three days a week. While specific seasonal pricing data is unavailable for this route, flights to Malaysia are generally cheapest during the shoulder months of February–March and September–October, with midweek departures (Tuesday/Wednesday) and early-morning or late-night flights typically offering better value. Peak summer, year-end holidays, and the Lunar New Year period tend to be more expensive, so booking at least two to three months ahead is advisable to avoid the highest fares.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Malaysia?",
        "answer": "From the U.S., flights to Malaysia arrive mainly at Kuala Lumpur, the capital known for Petronas Towers and diverse food scenes. Penang offers historic George Town and street cuisine, while Langkawi provides beach resorts. Malacca presents colonial heritage, and Kota Kinabalu in Borneo grants access to nature and Mount Kinabalu. Domestic flights or buses connect these cities easily."
      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Do I need a visa to travel from Osaka to Malaysia?",
        "answer": "U.S. citizens do not need a visa for tourist visits to Malaysia of up to 90 days. No electronic travel authorization is currently required, but entry rules can change, so verify requirements before departure."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Malaysia are best to fly into from Osaka?",
        "answer": "From Osaka to Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the primary gateway with the widest range of onward flights and good rail connections to the city. If you're heading to Penang or Langkawi, you can fly into those airports directly with a short transfer, though options may be more limited from Osaka. For Borneo, Kota Kinabalu is a convenient entry point for Sabah's resorts and nature."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Malaysia?",
        "answer": "Malaysia has a tropical climate year-round, but the best time to visit the west coast (including Kuala Lumpur and Penang) is November to February when it's drier and slightly cooler. The east coast (including the Perhentian Islands) is best from March to October. Avoid the monsoon seasons: November to February on the east coast and April to October on the west coast."
      }
    }
  }
}