Direct (nonstop) flights from Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu

1 airline flys nonstop from Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR) to Sultan Ismail (JHB). It's 326 miles (524 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by AirAsia.

KBR
Sultan Ismail Petra
🇲🇾 Kota Bharu, Malaysia
JHB
Sultan Ismail
🇲🇾 Johor Bharu, Malaysia
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
326 mi
524 km
CO₂/pax
60 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
AirAsia
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AirAsia AirAsia

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AirAsia AK AirAsia
Route
KBR → JHB
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
326 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu with one stop · direct emits 60 kg CO₂ per passenger

KBR KUL (Kuala Lumpur) JHB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (239 mi) Leg 2: 1h (155 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 98 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → KUL
1h 10m · 239 mi
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Leg 2
KUL → JHB
1h · 155 mi
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KBR PEN (Penang) JHB
Leg 1: 1h (152 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (344 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 117 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → PEN
1h · 152 mi
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Leg 2
PEN → JHB
1h 10m · 344 mi
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KBR SZB (Kuala Lumpur) JHB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (214 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (178 mi) Total: ~2h 20m 🍃 98 kg CO₂ (+63% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → SZB
1h 10m · 214 mi
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Leg 2
SZB → JHB
1h 10m · 178 mi
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KBR KCH (Kuching) JHB
Leg 1: 1h 50m (642 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (461 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 229 kg CO₂ (+282% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → KCH
1h 50m · 642 mi
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Leg 2
KCH → JHB
1h 20m · 461 mi
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KBR CGK (Jakarta) JHB
Leg 1: 2h 40m (897 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (572 mi) Total: ~4h 25m 🍃 297 kg CO₂ (+395% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → CGK
2h 40m · 897 mi
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Leg 2
CGK → JHB
1h 45m · 572 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu?

A nonstop flight from Kota Bharu (KBR) to Johor Bharu (JHB) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 326 miles (524 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu?

Just AirAsia.

Is there a nonstop flight from Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu?

Yes. 1 airline: AirAsia.

How far is Kota Bharu from Johor Bharu?

The flight distance from Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu is 326 miles (524 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu?

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 Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu?

Roughly 60 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 300 km.

Is the return flight from Johor Bharu to Kota 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 Kota Bharu to Johor Bharu?

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 Petra for this flight?

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