Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu

Kuala Lumpur
KUL
Sultan Ismail Petra
KBR

Flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu

Below you can see the best deals on flights Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu for upcoming dates. Direct and connecting flights from various airlines — compare prices and choose the right ticket.

The lowest price for the next 2 months is on 12 October, from $17.

Top 10 cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu

AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

16:40—17:40
10 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

13:15—14:20
10 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

18:00—19:05
10 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

07:15—08:20
10 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

19:15—20:20
10 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

16:40—17:40
13 Sep 2026
1 h
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

08:25—09:30
13 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

18:00—19:05
13 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

13:15—14:20
13 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight
AK
$ 34

Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

07:15—08:20
13 Sep 2026
1 h 5 m
Direct flight

Prices were found in the last 72 hours and may change — check the exact price when you continue.

About the Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu flight

Looking for cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu? Compare fares from different airlines, check the flight schedule and travel time — and book your Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu ticket online at the best price.

The route has direct flights — around 409 flights per week, flights are operated by AirAsia, Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia), Malaysia Airline, Firefly and 8 more airlines, a nonstop flight takes about 1 h, the distance between the cities is around 337 km.

Planning your trip? You may find our Kota Bharu travel guide, how to get from the airport into town and Kota Bharu weather forecast useful. To catch a low fare, use the low-price calendar and the monthly price chart on this page.

Facts about this route

from $13Min. price
NovemberCheapest
JulyPeak season
YesDirect flights
337 kmDistance
1 hTravel time
12Airlines
409 / wkFlights

Flight schedule from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu

The table shows direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h. Regular flights are operated by AirAsia, Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia), Malaysia Airline and Firefly. Departures from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport airports, arrivals at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport.

For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.

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Last update: 14 Aug 2026

Flight ticket prices by day: Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu

Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $13 in November, and the most expensive are around $57 in July. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.

 
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Prices by month

Average one-way fares from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu by month. Tickets are usually cheapest in November (around $33) and priciest in May (about $47) — use the table and chart below to pick the best time to fly.

MonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevelMonthAverage priceLevel
Jan$35lowMay$47highSep$34low
Feb$37mediumJun$45highOct$39medium
Mar$44highJul$40mediumNov$33low
Apr$46highAug$41mediumDec$46high

Some values are estimated based on seasonality.

When to fly

Weather in Kota Bharu: it is warmest in May (up to 32 °C on average) and coolest in December (around 28 °C). The driest month is March.

Tickets are usually cheapest in November and most expensive in July. Compare prices and weather by month in the charts below to pick the best time to fly.

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How to get the best deal on a Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu ticket

  • Book ahead: fares for Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu are usually lower 3–8 weeks before departure than at the last minute.
  • Play with your dates — Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday departures are often cheaper than Friday and Sunday.
  • Kuala Lumpur is served by more than one airport — compare fares and travel time to each before you book.
  • The cheapest month to fly to Kota Bharu is usually November — plan your trip around it if your dates are flexible.
  • Compare direct and connecting flights: nonstop is faster, while a connection is sometimes noticeably cheaper.
  • Watch the low-price calendar and the monthly price trend on this page — they make it easier to catch a good date.
  • Travelling light? Pick a cabin-baggage-only fare — tickets without checked luggage are noticeably cheaper.
  • Get to the airport in good time — about 2–3 hours before an international departure and roughly an hour before a domestic one.

Airlines

Flights on the Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu route are operated by 12 airlines; AirAsia runs the most flights (around 30% of all flights). Compare carriers, flight shares and schedules below.

  • AirAsiaAK
    41x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 10523.9M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR41x/week
      Duration
      1h 4m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    30.1%Open →
  • Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia)OD
    35x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 355M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR23x/week
      Duration
      1h 5m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight SZB → KBR11x/week
      Duration
      1h 5m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    25.4%Open →
  • Malaysia AirlineMH
    29x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 8916.6M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR17x/week
      Duration
      1h 3m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight SZB → KBR11x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    21.0%Open →
  • FireflyFY
    27x/week
    Fleet: 142M pax/year
    • Direct flight SZB → KBR23x/week
      Duration
      1h 10m
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR4x/week
      Duration
      1h
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    20.0%Open →
  • Qatar AirwaysQR
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 26640M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.5%Open →
  • Turkish AirlinesTK
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 49283.4M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.5%Open →
  • Royal BruneiBI
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 131M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.5%Open →
  • GarudaGA
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 8019M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
    0.5%Open →
  • Philippine AirlinesPR
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 7914.7M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
      Days
      MTWTFSS
    0.5%Open →
  • Batik Air IndonesiaID
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 7012M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
    • Direct flight SZB → KBR1x/week
    0.5%Open →
  • Oman AirWY
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 325.4M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
    0.2%Open →
  • Singapore AirlinesSQ
    1x/week
    WebsiteFleet: 16325M pax/year
    • Direct flight KUL → KBR1x/week
    0.2%Open →

Cities and airports on the Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu route

Flights Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and arrive at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.

Departure

Kuala Lumpur

KUL
Malaysia
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Malaysia
Arrival

Kota Bharu

KBR
Malaysia
About the cityHow to get thereWeatherAll about the country Malaysia
Departure airports
Arrival airports

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Frequently asked questions about the Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu flight

How long is the flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

A nonstop Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu flight takes about 1 h — the distance between the cities is around 337 km.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

The distance from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu is about 337 km, which a nonstop flight covers in around 1 h.

Are there direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

Yes, there are nonstop flights Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu — around 409 flights per week.

Which airlines fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

Airlines operating Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu include AirAsia, Batik Air (Malindo Airways Sdn Bhd dba Batik Air Malaysia), Malaysia Airline, Firefly, Qatar Airways. See the full list with schedules in the "Airlines" section on this page.

Which airports do Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu flights use?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, and arrive at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. If a city has more than one airport, check which one your ticket uses before you travel.

How much is a ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

The price of a Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu ticket depends on your travel date, season and demand: it is usually cheapest to fly in November, and most expensive in July. Tickets typically cost between $13 and $57. Check the current lowest fare and low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to book flights Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu?

Flights Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu are usually cheaper when booked in advance — a few weeks before departure and away from peak dates; the most budget-friendly month to fly is November. Compare prices by month in the price trend chart on this page.

How can I find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

To catch a low fare Kuala Lumpur — Kota Bharu, book a few weeks in advance, keep your dates flexible, and compare airlines and connecting options. The low-price calendar and monthly price chart on this page show the cheapest days and months at a glance: the most budget-friendly month to fly is usually November.

How early should I arrive at the airport?

For international flights, plan to be at the airport about 2–3 hours before departure, and around an hour before a domestic flight. Allow extra time during busy travel seasons and at large hubs, where check-in and security lines can be longer.

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