Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR): What you need to know
Kick off your travels at one of Kuala Lumpur's main airports, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). Check out your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) jetting off from either of these.
1 hour 5 minutes is the average journey time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport flight.
Kuala Lumpur and Kota Bharu (where Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you land.
The most popular route is Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR). You can choose from 95 direct services each week.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to KBR.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Airports in Kuala Lumpur
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
You can take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL).
At KUL, you'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, including:
Most travellers choose to fly with AirAsia from KUL to KBR.
Among carriers operating on this route, Firefly has the best record for on-time arrivals.
Travelling from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 40 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 56 kilometres in 55 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% land on schedule at their destination.
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Think about kicking off your journey from Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB). You can book a direct Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) plane ticket with departures from here.
From SZB, direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to KBR can be booked with Firefly.
Firefly has the largest share of bookings on the SZB to KBR route.
Among the carriers operating flights between Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport and Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, Firefly has the best track record for timeliness.
You can get to SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in approximately 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 19 kilometres or so.
Catching an early morning flight? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport the day before your Kuala Lumpur to KBR flight:
Subang Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time performance of 72%. This figure shows how often flights departing from this airport land on schedule.
About Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these hotels near KBR:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride around one week before your Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport flight.
Getting from Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) to central Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport is around 11 kilometres from the centre of Kota Bharu. It takes around 20 minutes or so to drive to the city.
Travelling on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
At the moment, ₹ 1,280 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 2,297. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR). May is the most popular month to visit Kota Bharu. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in February.
When booking your Kuala Lumpur to KBR plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. May is the warmest month in Kota Bharu, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 29ºC.
More about Kota Bharu
After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these options your base for exploring Kota Bharu:
Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market are attractions you won't want to skip in Kota Bharu.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres southwest of Kota Bharu, a trip to Ipoh will keep your itinerary busy. Check out popular attractions like Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Lost World of Tambun.
If you're looking to explore another great destination in Malaysia, head for Kuantan, roughly 290 kilometres southeast of Kota Bharu. Teluk Cempedak Beach, Teluk Cempedak and Masjid Sultan Ahmad Shah are the start of reasons to visit.
