Direct (nonstop) flights from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur

2 airlines fly nonstop from Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR) to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Intl (SZB). It's 214 miles (345 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

KBR
Sultan Ismail Petra
🇲🇾 Kota Bharu, Malaysia
SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Intl
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
214 mi
345 km
CO₂/pax
40 kg
−45 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 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Firefly FY Firefly
Route
KBR → SZB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
214 mi
Batik Air Malaysia OD Batik Air Malaysia
Route
KBR → SZB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
214 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur with one stop · direct emits 40 kg CO₂ per passenger

KBR PEN (Penang) SZB
Leg 1: 1h (152 mi) Leg 2: 1h (173 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 85 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → PEN
1h · 152 mi
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Leg 2
PEN → SZB
1h · 173 mi
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KBR JHB (Johor Bharu) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 5m (326 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (178 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+195% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → JHB
1h 5m · 326 mi
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Leg 2
JHB → SZB
1h 5m · 178 mi
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KBR SIN (Singapore) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 20m (350 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (207 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+220% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → SIN
1h 20m · 350 mi
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Leg 2
SIN → SZB
1h 5m · 207 mi
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KBR KCH (Kuching) SZB
Leg 1: 1h 50m (642 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (617 mi) Total: ~3h 45m 🍃 258 kg CO₂ (+545% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → KCH
1h 50m · 642 mi
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Leg 2
KCH → SZB
1h 55m · 617 mi
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KBR CGK (Jakarta) SZB
Leg 1: 2h 40m (897 mi) Leg 2: 2h 5m (727 mi) Total: ~4h 45m 🍃 326 kg CO₂ (+715% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KBR → CGK
2h 40m · 897 mi
View KBR to CGK flights →
Leg 2
CGK → SZB
2h 5m · 727 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 (SZB) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 214 miles (345 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur?

2 airlines: Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

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

Yes. 2 airlines: Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

How far is Kota Bharu from Kuala Lumpur?

The flight distance from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur is 214 miles (345 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 40 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 200 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.