Cheap flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
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Cheap one-way trips starting from £41 from Johor Bahru JHB to Kota Kinabalu BKI
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
One-way,
From £41
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
One-way,
From £41
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
One-way,
From £41
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
One-way,
From £41
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
One-way,
From £41
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
One-way,
From £41
Cheap round trips starting from £83 from Johor Bahru JHB to Kota Kinabalu BKI
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
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From £83
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
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From £83
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
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From £83
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
Round trip, -
From £83
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
Round trip, -
From £83
Senai InternationalKota Kinabalu International
Round trip, -
From £83
Travelers usually depart from Senai International, Johor Bahru - Tun Aminah, Johor-JB Larkin, Johor-Legoland , or Johor Bahru Train Station when they travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu. The distance between Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu is 1455 km. The most popular airlines for this route are AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Firefly. Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu have 39 direct flights per week.
Weekly flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of flights | 5 | 6 | 8 | 8 | - | 4 | 8 |
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Check-in for a flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Airport check-in closes | Online check-in available |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AirAsia | AXM | AK | Yes | Unknown | No |
| Malaysia Airlines | MAS | MH | Yes | Unknown | No |
| Firefly | FFM | FY | Yes | Unknown | No |
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu takes around 2.3 hours.
What is the flight distance between Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu?
The flight distance between Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu is 1455 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu?
Several carriers operate flights between Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include AirAsia.
What are the most popular routes to and from Johor Bahru?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Johor Bahru and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah, Kota Kinabalu International, Langkawi International, Penang International, Sultan Ismail Petra, Tawau, Miri, Sandakan, Sultan Mahmud, Sultan Abdul Halim, Sultan Azlan Shah.
What are the most popular routes to and from Kota Kinabalu?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Kota Kinabalu and Kuala Lumpur International, Langkawi International, Senai International, Tawau, Miri, Sandakan, Labuan, Sultan Abdul Halim, Lahad Datu, Mulu, Kudat.
What airports are near Johor Bahru?
The main airport in Johor Bahru is Senai International. It is also served by Singapore Changi, Senai International, Seletar Airport, Malacca International.
What airports are near Kota Kinabalu?
The main airport in Kota Kinabalu is Kota Kinabalu International. It is also served by Kota Kinabalu International, Kudat, Limbang, Lawas.
What buses and trains depart from Johor Bahru?
A number of bus and train companies depart from Johor Bahru, including Yellow Star Express, Supernice Grassland, StarMart Express, Mayang Sari, Meridian Holidays.
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