Cheap flights from Sandakan to Kota Bharu from £65

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1 stop
Sat, May 2
Sandakan SDKKota Bharu KBR
£65
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Sat, May 2
Sandakan SDKKota Bharu KBR
£65
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Tue, Apr 28
Sandakan SDKKota Bharu KBR
£66
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Tue, Apr 28
Sandakan SDKKota Bharu KBR
£66
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Tue, Apr 28
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£66
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Sat, May 2
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Mon, May 4 – Wed, May 6
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£115
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Mon, May 4 – Wed, May 6
Sandakan SDKKota Bharu KBR
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How much do flights to Kota Bharu cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£65

Cheapest round-trip

£98

Average round-trip

£114

Includes rare itinerary

Travel hack

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
Sandakan
Arrive to
Sultan Ismail Petra
Average flights per week
67
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Sandakan to Kota Bharu

NameCarrier codeIATA CodePassport needed during booking
AirAsiaAXMAKNo
Malaysia AirlinesMASMHNo
FireflyFFMFYNo

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
11 Apr
88%
33°C25°C
18 Apr
89%
32°C25°C
Sunday
12 Apr
85%
33°C25°C
19 Apr
76%
31°C25°C
Monday
13 Apr
84%
33°C25°C
20 Apr
85%
31°C25°C
Tuesday
14 Apr
32°C24°C
21 Apr
85%
32°C25°C
Wednesday
15 Apr
33°C24°C
22 Apr
32°C25°C
Thursday
16 Apr
32°C25°C
23 Apr
32°C25°C
Friday
17 Apr
33°C25°C
24 Apr
88%
32°C25°C
The most popular airlines for this route are AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Firefly. Sandakan and Kota Bharu have 67 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Sandakan?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Sandakan and Kuala Lumpur, London, Kota Kinabalu, Denpasar, Singapore, Penang, Johor Bahru, Langkawi, Bali, Tawau, Kuching, Gunung Mulu National Park, Bangkok, Manila, Perth, Ho Chi Minh City, Bandar Seri Begawan, Praya, Lombok, Miri, Kuala Terengganu.
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, Ho Chi Minh City, Denpasar, Medan, Jakarta, Hanoi, Krabi, Langkawi, Chiang Mai, Siem Reap, Kuching, Manila, Shanghai, Surat Thani Province, Tawau.
What airports are near Sandakan?
The main airport in Sandakan is Sandakan. It is also served by Tawau, Sandakan, Lahad Datu.
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 Sandakan and Kota Bharu?
Currently, you can fly between Sandakan and Kota Bharu with AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Firefly.
When’s the best time to travel between Sandakan and Kota Bharu?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Sandakan 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 Sandakan and Kota Bharu?
Traveling between Sandakan 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 Sandakan?
There are a number of airports in and around Sandakan. The main one is Sandakan and other nearby airports include Tawau, Sandakan, Lahad Datu
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 Sandakan and Kota Bharu depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Sandakan and Kota Bharu arrive?
What time do flights between Sandakan and Kota Bharu depart?
What time do flights between Sandakan and Kota Bharu arrive?

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