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

Sydney to Kota Bharu: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to Kota Bharu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs73,182
Cheapest month to flySeptember

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Kota Bharu is Rs141,110. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Kota Bharu. But we found flights with one or more stops from Rs141,110.
As of September 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Kota Bharu.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Kota Bharu is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Kota Bharu Airport on Thursday, 4 September 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Kota Bharu Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Bharu.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR): what you need to know

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Be at the airport with enough time to board your SYD to KBR flight.

  • Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • If you'd love to tour another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a well-known stop between SYD and KBR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • Rs73,182 is the lowest price for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs141,110. These prices may change depending on demand and availability.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to KBR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport across every month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SYD to KBR.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, data shows 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Need a convenient hotel near SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • If you're coming in on a late Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near KBR:

  • Travel at your own pace with a Sultan Ismail Petra Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Agtran, Hertz or WAHDAH and chase adventure across Kota Bharu and beyond.

  • Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport about one week before your trip.

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

  • Sultan Ismail Petra Airport to central Kota Bharu has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 10 kilometres away.

When to fly to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Kota Bharu. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport for May if you'd like to visit Kota Bharu during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to KBR in February. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 338 kilometres south of Kota Bharu, a trip to Kuala Lumpur will fill your itinerary to the brim. Don't miss top attractions like Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.

  • Where to next? Head for Kampung Baru Subang. It's around 338 kilometres south of Kota Bharu and home to highlights like Simflightkl.

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