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Cheapest round-trip
$168
Typical prices: $97-$161
Malaysia Airlines
Sat 1/13Tue 1/16
BKI - JHB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$67
Typical prices: $59-$126
AirAsia
Mon 10/29
BKI - JHB • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with AirAsia. Average duration is 2h 17m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 79% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $137 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru (BKI-JHB)

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

Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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1:05 pm - 9:30 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
20h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:15 am - 12:55 amJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
13h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$168Malaysia Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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7:05 pm - 9:30 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
14h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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7:25 pm - 12:55 amJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$223Malaysia Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 16
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10:00 pm - 9:30 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
11h 30m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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11:15 am - 12:55 amJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
13h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
$223Malaysia Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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3:20 pm - 4:00 pmBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
24h 40m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
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4:50 pm - 2:20 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
$359Batik Air
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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3:45 pm - 9:00 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
17h 15m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
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9:50 am - 2:40 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
$391Batik Air
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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3:20 pm - 9:00 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
17h 40m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
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4:50 pm - 2:20 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
$392Batik Air
Sun, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 19
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8:00 am - 9:00 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
25h 00m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
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9:50 am - 10:50 amJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
49h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
$393Batik Air
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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3:20 pm - 9:00 amBKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
17h 40m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
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4:50 pm - 2:20 pmJHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 30m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
$397Batik Air
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru start at $168. Prices are above average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $97 to $161. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $168 on Malaysia Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru, it is 8% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru at $89 round-trip.
•June ($189) and September ($167) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 112% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru the cheapest?

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$67
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru

When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What airlines are available from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    Only AirAsia operates flights between Kota Kinabalu and Johor Bahru.

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

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl (JHB).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru 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 travelers should check the fare details before booking.

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

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

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

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $116 round-trip, compared to $137 via a layover through Kuching (KCH).

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $8–$100 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 Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

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

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

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 89% of one-stop connections
    • Kuching (KCH) - 11% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 25% on the Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $109 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $145, a difference of $36. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    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 Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru route, 21% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 43 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:30 am and lands at 8:47 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:30 pm and lands at 7:47 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 17m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 58% above the route average of $118. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru takes 2h 17m, covering 903 miles.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru 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 $168 to $1,180. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $80, which is 9% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does AirAsia’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights?

    AirAsia is the only airline operating Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights. 79% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

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

    Flying via Kuching (KCH) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 39m, compared with 9h 47m via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • What car rental options are available at Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport (JHB)?

    Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport (JHB) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $14 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • R&R Rent A Car
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Suria Car Rental
    • Quickdrive

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

    Round-trip flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru range from $97 to $161, with an average of $118 over the past 12 months. Anything below $97 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $109 - about $36 less than Monday (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru trip for January. Fares historically average $89 round-trip in that month - typically $100 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

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

Direct departures

Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Monday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Tuesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Wednesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Thursday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Friday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Saturday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Sunday

AirAsia

AirAsia

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Direct returns

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu

Monday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Tuesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Wednesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Thursday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Friday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Saturday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Sunday

AirAsia

AirAsia

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