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Cheapest round-trip
$89
Typical prices: $80-$145
AirAsia
Wed 12/19Wed 12/26
JHB - KBR • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with AirAsia. Average duration is 1h 10m
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Most punctual • 90% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 39% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 23% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $120 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu (JHB-KBR)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu

Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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1:35 pm - 2:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
1h 10mnonstop
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3:10 pm - 4:15 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
1h 05mnonstop
$89AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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1:35 pm - 2:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
1h 10mnonstop
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3:10 pm - 4:15 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
1h 05mnonstop
$90AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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1:35 pm - 2:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
1h 10mnonstop
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3:10 pm - 4:15 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
1h 05mnonstop
$94AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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1:35 pm - 2:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
1h 10mnonstop
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4:15 pm - 9:25 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
5h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$133AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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1:35 pm - 2:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
1h 10mnonstop
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4:15 pm - 9:25 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
5h 10m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$135AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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4:10 pm - 8:55 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
4h 45m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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3:10 pm - 4:15 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
1h 05mnonstop
$138AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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4:10 pm - 7:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
3h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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2:05 pm - 9:25 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
7h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$178AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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4:10 pm - 7:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
3h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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2:05 pm - 9:25 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
7h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$180AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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4:10 pm - 7:45 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
3h 35m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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2:05 pm - 5:45 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
3h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$182AirAsia
Sat, Dec 19 - Sat, Dec 26
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8:40 am - 3:10 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-KBR Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa
6h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Subang
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10:25 am - 5:20 pmKBR  Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
6h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Subang
$191Firefly
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Price, demand and travel trends for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

Round-trip flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu typically range from $80 to $145. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $89, on AirAsia.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 32% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu at $82 round-trip.
•May ($177) and March ($140) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 115% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu the cheapest?

Flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu are cheapest 4 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 39% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$89
Beat the crowds with an average 38% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 43% increase in travelers.
Round-trip flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu

When to book flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu:

    • Earliest: departs at 1:35 pm and lands at 2:45 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:35 pm and lands at 2:45 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 10m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu.

  • How long is a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    A nonstop flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu takes 1h 10m, covering 327 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flight?

    Round-trip flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu range from $80 to $145, with an average of $107 over the past 12 months. Anything below $80 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $107 route average. Book 4 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $98 round-trip, compared to $120 via a layover through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    AirAsia is the only airline operating Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flights. 90% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $8–$27 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include ATR 72-201 / 202 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $89 to $287. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa Airport (KBR)?

    Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa Airport (KBR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $48 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Agtran
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Thrifty
    • Hawk

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    Flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu usually depart from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl (JHB) and arrive at Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa (KBR).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu route, 10% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 13m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu pass through?

    Connecting flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu most commonly pass through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 99% of one-stop connections
    • Kuala Lumpur Subang (SZB) - 1% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $98 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $142, a difference of $44.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    Only AirAsia operates flights between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Subang (SZB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 19m, compared with 7h 23m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $98, about $44 less than Wednesday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 4 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 39% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu trip for April. Fares historically average $82 round-trip in that month - typically $95 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport to Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa

Tuesday

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Thursday

AirAsia

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Saturday

AirAsia

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Direct returns

Kota Bharu Pengkalan Chepa to Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Tuesday

AirAsia

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Thursday

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Saturday

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