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Find the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu

Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Bharu.

Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs11,029
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time2 hrs, 35 mins
Most popular airlineAirAsia
Average flights per week4

Finding cheap flights from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu is Rs23,287. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 35 minutes is the average flight time from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu.
AirAsia flies direct from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu.
As of May 2025, there are 4 flights per week flying from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu.
The cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Kota Bharu is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Kota Bharu Airport on Thursday, 7 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 35 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Bharu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Bharu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Bharu.

Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR): what you need to know

  • Jump on a direct flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 35 minutes.

  • Every week, there are 21 Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport flights. If you want to take off as early as possible, jump on the 17:15 AirAsia flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 17:45 with AirAsia.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Show up at the airport on time to board your BKI to KBR flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.

  • AirAsia has direct flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Kota Bharu — and maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is AirAsia.

  • The most punctual carrier operating BKI to KBR flights is AirAsia. Its services arrive as planned 73.91% of the time.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between BKI and KBR:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Kuching International Airport

    • Penang International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • Currently, Rs11,029 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs23,287. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from BKI to KBR, book your trip six months before your departure date.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Getting your hands on cheap flights from BKI to KBR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when a new deal comes up.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)

  • Of all flights leaving Kota Kinabalu International Airport, 73.51% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To get to Kota Kinabalu International Airport from central Kota Kinabalu, it takes around 15 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Have an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to BKI:

Arriving at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

Getting from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) to central Kota Bharu

  • Sultan Ismail Petra Airport is approximately 10 kilometres from central Kota Bharu. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.

When to fly to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Kota Bharu. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Before locking in your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in Kota Bharu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.

  • Look for cheap tickets from BKI to KBR in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kuala Lumpur is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Kota Bharu. Around 338 kilometres away to the south, its top attractions include Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.

  • Have time for another stop? Head for Kampung Baru Subang. It's roughly 338 kilometres south of Kota Bharu and features highlights like Simflightkl.

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