Direct (nonstop) flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu

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

SZB
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Intl
🇲🇾 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
KBR
Sultan Ismail Petra
🇲🇾 Kota Bharu, 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 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

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

Alternative Routes

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

SZB PEN (Penang) KBR
Leg 1: 1h (173 mi) Leg 2: 1h (152 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 85 kg CO₂ (+113% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZB → PEN
1h · 173 mi
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Leg 2
PEN → KBR
1h · 152 mi
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SZB JHB (Johor Bharu) KBR
Leg 1: 1h 10m (178 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (326 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 118 kg CO₂ (+195% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZB → JHB
1h 10m · 178 mi
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Leg 2
JHB → KBR
1h 5m · 326 mi
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SZB SIN (Singapore) KBR
Leg 1: 1h 25m (207 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (350 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 128 kg CO₂ (+220% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZB → SIN
1h 25m · 207 mi
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Leg 2
SIN → KBR
1h 15m · 350 mi
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SZB KCH (Kuching) KBR
Leg 1: 1h 53m (617 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (642 mi) Total: ~3h 38m 🍃 258 kg CO₂ (+545% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZB → KCH
1h 53m · 617 mi
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Leg 2
KCH → KBR
1h 45m · 642 mi
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SZB CGK (Jakarta) KBR
Leg 1: 2h 10m (727 mi) Leg 2: 2h 40m (897 mi) Total: ~4h 50m 🍃 326 kg CO₂ (+715% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SZB → CGK
2h 10m · 727 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 (SZB) to Kota Bharu (KBR) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 214 miles (345 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

2 airlines: Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

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

Yes. 2 airlines: Firefly, Batik Air Malaysia.

How far is Kuala Lumpur from Kota Bharu?

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

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 Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu?

Roughly 40 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 200 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 Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Intl for this flight?

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