Direct (nonstop) flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu

4 airlines fly nonstop from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR). It's 239 miles (384 km), about 1h 5m in the air. Operated by AirAsia, Firefly, Malaysia Airlines and others.

KUL
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
KBR
Sultan Ismail Petra
🇲🇾 Kota Bharu, Malaysia
Flight Time
1h 5m
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 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

AirAsia AK AirAsia
Route
KUL → KBR
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
239 mi
Firefly FY Firefly
Route
KUL → KBR
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
239 mi
Malaysia Airlines MH Malaysia Airlines
Route
KUL → KBR
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
239 mi
Batik Air Malaysia OD Batik Air Malaysia
Route
KUL → KBR
Flight Time
1h 5m
Distance
239 mi

Alternative Routes

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

KUL PEN (Penang) KBR
Leg 1: 1h (201 mi) Leg 2: 1h (152 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 90 kg CO₂ (+105% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUL → PEN
1h · 201 mi
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Leg 2
PEN → KBR
1h · 152 mi
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KUL JHB (Johor Bharu) KBR
Leg 1: 1h (155 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (326 mi) Total: ~2h 5m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+159% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUL → JHB
1h · 155 mi
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Leg 2
JHB → KBR
1h 5m · 326 mi
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KUL SIN (Singapore) KBR
Leg 1: 1h 15m (183 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+182% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUL → SIN
1h 15m · 183 mi
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Leg 2
SIN → KBR
1h 15m · 350 mi
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KUL KCH (Kuching) KBR
Leg 1: 1h 50m (602 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (642 mi) Total: ~3h 35m 🍃 255 kg CO₂ (+480% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUL → KCH
1h 50m · 602 mi
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Leg 2
KCH → KBR
1h 45m · 642 mi
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KUL CGK (Jakarta) KBR
Leg 1: 2h 15m (698 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (897 mi) Total: ~4h 55m 🍃 320 kg CO₂ (+627% vs. direct)
Leg 1
KUL → CGK
2h 15m · 698 mi
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Leg 2
CGK → KBR
2h 40m · 897 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Kota Bharu (KBR) takes approximately 1 hours and 5 minutes. The distance is 239 miles (384 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

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

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

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

How far is Kuala Lumpur from Kota Bharu?

The flight distance from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu 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 Kuala Lumpur to Kota 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 Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

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

Is the return flight from Kota Bharu to Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur to Kota 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 Kuala Lumpur International Airport for this flight?

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