Cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Kota Bharu from £121

Cheap flights from Chiang Mai to Kota Bharu from £121

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1 stop
Wed, May 20
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£121
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1 stop
Wed, May 20
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£124
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2 stops
Mon, May 18
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£150
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2 stops
Tue, May 19
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£151
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2 stops
Wed, May 20
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£151
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1 stop
Mon, May 18
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£174
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1 stop
Wed, May 20 – Mon, May 25
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£245
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2 stops
Thu, May 21 – Mon, May 25
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£274
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2 stops
Thu, May 21 – Mon, May 25
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£280
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2 stops
Mon, May 18 – Wed, May 20
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£283
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Mon, May 18 – Wed, May 20
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£306
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Mon, May 18 – Fri, May 22
Chiang Mai CNXKota Bharu KBR
£310
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How much do flights to Kota Bharu cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£121

Cheapest round-trip

£245

Includes rare itinerary

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Most popular airline

AirAsia

Getting from Kota Bharu airport to the city center

The fastest option is taxi, while budget travelers often choose bus services

Kota Bharu is served by Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR), located approximately 9 km northeast of the city center. This airport serves as the main gateway to Kelantan state in northeastern Peninsular Malaysia. Airport transfers to city center destinations include taxis, ride-hailing services, buses, and rental cars. Journey times typically range from 15 to 30 minutes depending on traffic conditions and your chosen mode of transport.

Transport Option

Typical Time

Typical Cost

Frequency

Best For

15-25 min

RM 25-RM 35 (fixed fare to city center (approximately USD 5–8))

on-demand 24/7 (traffic dependent)

convenience and speed

15-25 min

RM 15-RM 30 (varies by demand (approximately USD 3–7))

on-demand (traffic dependent)

budget-conscious travelers

25-40 min

RM 2-RM 5 (local bus fare (approximately USD 0.50–1))

limited service, check schedules (traffic dependent)

lowest cost option

15-25 min

RM 80-RM 200 (per day rental (approximately USD 17–43))

on-demand during office hours (traffic dependent)

flexibility and exploration

15-30 min

RM 0-RM 50 (complimentary or charged by hotel (approximately USD 0–11))

by arrangement (traffic dependent)

hotel guests

Notes:

  • Prices in MYR; table created in 2025 and subject to change.
  • Airport taxis operate on a fixed fare coupon system purchased at the airport counter.
  • Grab availability may be limited during off-peak hours; pre-booking is recommended.
  • Public bus services are infrequent; confirm schedules before relying on this option.
  • We recommend checking official transport websites for your travel planning.

Updated: December 2025

Key info about flying to Kota Bharu

Depart from
Chiang Mai International
Arrive to
Sultan Ismail Petra
Average flights per week
359
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Chiang Mai to Kota Bharu

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
Malaysia AirlinesMASMHNo
Thai AirAsiaAIQFDNo
VietJet AirVJCVJYes
Thai Lion AirTLMSLYes

Online check-in is not available for these airlines.

Weather in Kota Bharu

Average Weather

MonthAverage monthly max temperatureAverage monthly min temperature
January27°C24°C
February28°C24°C
March29°C24°C
April30°C25°C
May31°C26°C
June30°C25°C
July30°C25°C
August30°C25°C
September30°C25°C
October29°C25°C
November28°C25°C
December27°C24°C
Hottest Month
31°C
May
Coldest month
24°C
February
Sunny days
185
days per year

14 day forecast

Saturday
25 Apr
89%
32°C25°C
2 May
65%
33°C24°C
Sunday
26 Apr
87%
32°C25°C
3 May
68%
32°C25°C
Monday
27 Apr
32°C25°C
4 May
78%
33°C24°C
Tuesday
28 Apr
89%
33°C25°C
5 May
89%
33°C25°C
Wednesday
29 Apr
84%
33°C25°C
6 May
78%
33°C24°C
Thursday
30 Apr
33°C24°C
7 May
88%
34°C25°C
Friday
1 May
88%
33°C25°C
8 May
30°C24°C
The most popular airlines for this route are AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air, and Thai Lion Air. Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu have 359 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Chiang Mai?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Chiang Mai and Bangkok, Phuket Province, Phuket City, Krabi, Hanoi, Surat Thani Province, Ko Samui, Manila, Bali, Manchester, Ho Chi Minh City, London, Denpasar, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong, Siem Reap, Da Nang, Belfast, Pattaya.
What are the most popular routes to and from Kota Bharu?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Kota Bharu and Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Johor Bahru, Kota Kinabalu, Penang, Seoul, Sandakan, Ho Chi Minh City, Denpasar, Medan, Jakarta, Hanoi, Krabi, Langkawi, Siem Reap, Kuching, Manila, Shanghai, Surat Thani Province, Tawau.
What airports are near Chiang Mai?
The main airport in Chiang Mai is Chiang Mai International. It is also served by Chiang Mai International, Chiang Rai International, Lampang.
What airports are near Kota Bharu?
The main airport in Kota Bharu is Sultan Ismail Petra. It is also served by Sultan Ismail Petra, Sultan Mahmud, Narathiwat.
Which airlines fly between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu?
Currently, you can fly between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Thai AirAsia, VietJet Air, Thai Lion Air.
When’s the best time to travel between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu, you can enter a date range into the departure and return fields. Most carriers on the Kiwi.com website allow you to search and book up to six months from the day of your search. Order the search results by the best, cheapest, or fastest route, or find the cheapest outbound and return combination in the pricing table.
What flights operate between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu?
Traveling between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu, you can choose between direct (nonstop) flights or flights with one or more stops. You can select the number of stops on your journey, including an overnight stopover, and the duration of the stopover. What’s more, you can also select where you want to have your stopover. Want to say "Hi" to a friend in another city en route to your destination? Or fancy a quick round of shopping? Go Multi-City or Nomad and add places to your search that you wish to visit.
How many airports are there near Chiang Mai?
There are a number of airports in and around Chiang Mai. The main one is Chiang Mai International and other nearby airports include Chiang Mai International, Chiang Rai International, Lampang
How many airports are there near Kota Bharu?
There are a number of airports in and around Kota Bharu. The main one is Sultan Ismail Petra and other nearby airports include Sultan Ismail Petra, Sultan Mahmud, Narathiwat.
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Chiang Mai and Kota Bharu arrive?
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