Direct (nonstop) flights from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur

4 airlines fly nonstop from Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL). It's 239 miles (384 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines and others.

KBR
Sultan Ismail Petra
🇲🇾 Kota Bharu, Malaysia
KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
239 mi
384 km
CO₂/pax
44 kg
−46 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
AirAsia +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by AirAsia AirAsia Firefly Firefly Malaysia Airlines Malaysia Airlines Batik Air Malaysia Batik Air Malaysia

Route data last updated: May 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AirAsia AK AirAsia
Route
KBR → KUL
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
239 mi
Firefly FY Firefly
Route
KBR → KUL
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
239 mi
Malaysia Airlines MH Malaysia Airlines
Route
KBR → KUL
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
239 mi
Batik Air Malaysia OD Batik Air Malaysia
Route
KBR → KUL
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
239 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur with one stop · direct emits 44 kg CO₂ per passenger

KBR PEN (Penang) KUL
Leg 1: 1h (152 mi) Leg 2: 1h (201 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 90 kg CO₂ (+105% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → PEN
1h · 152 mi
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Leg 2
PEN → KUL
1h · 201 mi
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KBR JHB (Johor Bharu) KUL
Leg 1: 1h 5m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h (155 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+159% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → JHB
1h 5m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
JHB → KUL
1h · 155 mi
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KBR SIN (Singapore) KUL
Leg 1: 1h 20m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (183 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+182% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → SIN
1h 20m · 350 mi
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Leg 2
SIN → KUL
1h 10m · 183 mi
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KBR KCH (Kuching) KUL
Leg 1: 1h 50m (642 mi) Leg 2: 1h 50m (602 mi) Total: ~3h 40m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+480% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → KCH
1h 50m · 642 mi
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Leg 2
KCH → KUL
1h 50m · 602 mi
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KBR CGK (Jakarta) KUL
Leg 1: 2h 40m (897 mi) Leg 2: 2h 15m (698 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 320 kg CO₂ (+627% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → CGK
2h 40m · 897 mi
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Leg 2
CGK → KUL
2h 15m · 698 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kota Bharu (KBR) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 239 miles (384 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

4 airlines: AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia.

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

Yes. 4 airlines: AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia.

How far is Kota Bharu from Kuala Lumpur?

The flight distance from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur is 239 miles (384 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

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

At 1h 10m, 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 Kuala Lumpur?

Roughly 44 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 220 km.

Is the return flight from Kuala Lumpur 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 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 Petra for this flight?

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