Direct (nonstop) flights from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur

2 airlines fly nonstop from Sultan Ismail (JHB) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Intl (SZB). It's 178 miles (286 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

JHB
Sultan Ismail
🇲🇾 Johor Bharu, Malaysia
SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Intl
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
178 mi
286 km
CO₂/pax
33 kg
−88 kg vs. layover
Airlines
2
Firefly +1
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Firefly Firefly Batik Air Malaysia Batik Air Malaysia

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Firefly FY Firefly
Route
JHB → SZB
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
178 mi
Batik Air Malaysia OD Batik Air Malaysia
Route
JHB → SZB
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
178 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur with one stop · direct emits 33 kg CO₂ per passenger

JHB PEN (Penang) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (344 mi) Leg 2: 1h (173 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+267% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JHB → PEN
1h 10m · 344 mi
View JHB to PEN flights →
Leg 2
PEN → SZB
1h · 173 mi
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JHB KBR (Kota Bharu) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 5m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (214 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 125 kg CO₂ (+279% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JHB → KBR
1h 5m · 326 mi
View JHB to KBR flights →
Leg 2
KBR → SZB
1h 10m · 214 mi
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JHB AOR (Alor Setar) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 15m (385 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (225 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 138 kg CO₂ (+318% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JHB → AOR
1h 15m · 385 mi
View JHB to AOR flights →
Leg 2
AOR → SZB
1h 10m · 225 mi
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JHB LGK (Langkawi) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 15m (422 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (254 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 150 kg CO₂ (+355% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JHB → LGK
1h 15m · 422 mi
View JHB to LGK flights →
Leg 2
LGK → SZB
1h 15m · 254 mi
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JHB KCH (Kuching) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 25m (461 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (617 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 224 kg CO₂ (+579% vs. direct)
Leg 1
JHB → KCH
1h 25m · 461 mi
View JHB to KCH flights →
Leg 2
KCH → SZB
1h 55m · 617 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

A nonstop flight from Johor Bharu (JHB) to Kuala Lumpur (SZB) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 178 miles (286 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

2 airlines: Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

Yes. 2 airlines: Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

How far is Johor Bharu from Kuala Lumpur?

The flight distance from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur is 178 miles (286 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

At 1h 5m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

Roughly 33 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 165 km.

Is the return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Johor Bharu also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johor Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Sultan Ismail for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.