Cheap flights from Surat Thani Province to Kota Bharu from £162

Cheap flights from Surat Thani Province to Kota Bharu from £162

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Mon, Jun 8
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£162
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Mon, Jun 8
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£163
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Mon, Jun 8
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£164
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Mon, Jun 8
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£167
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Fri, Jun 5
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£172
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Fri, Jun 5
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£174
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Mon, Jun 8 – Wed, Jun 10
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£328
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Mon, Jun 8 – Wed, Jun 10
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£328
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Mon, Jun 8 – Wed, Jun 10
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£330
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Mon, Jun 8 – Wed, Jun 10
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£331
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Mon, Jun 8 – Wed, Jun 10
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£332
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Mon, Jun 8 – Fri, Jun 12
Surat Thani Province URTKota Bharu KBR
£336
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How much do flights to Kota Bharu cost?

Cheapest one-way trip

£162

Cheapest round-trip

£328

Average round-trip

£380

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
Surat Thani International
Arrive to
Sultan Ismail Petra
Average flights per week
342
Flight distance

Check-in for a flight from Surat Thani Province to Kota Bharu

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

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
23 May
87%
32°C25°C
30 May
88%
30°C25°C
Sunday
24 May
86%
33°C25°C
31 May
77%
32°C25°C
Monday
25 May
87%
32°C24°C
1 Jun
86%
32°C25°C
Tuesday
26 May
88%
31°C24°C
2 Jun
64%
33°C25°C
Wednesday
27 May
72%
32°C25°C
3 Jun
73%
32°C25°C
Thursday
28 May
29°C25°C
4 Jun
85%
33°C25°C
Friday
29 May
64%
31°C25°C
5 Jun
85%
33°C25°C
The most popular airlines for this route are AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Firefly, VietJet Air, and Malaysia Airlines. Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu have 342 direct flights per week.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most popular routes to and from Surat Thani Province?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Surat Thani Province and Bangkok, Chiang Mai, London, Hanoi, Bali, Ho Chi Minh City, Denpasar, Siem Reap, Da Nang, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Phuket City, Phnom Penh, Colombo, Tokyo, Khon Kaen, Vientiane, Goa, Luang Prabang, Ko Samui.
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, Chiang Mai, Siem Reap, Kuching, Manila, Shanghai, Tawau.
What airports are near Surat Thani Province?
The main airport in Surat Thani Province is Surat Thani International. It is also served by Phuket International, Krabi, Samui, Surat Thani International, Chumphon, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Trang, Ranong.
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 Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu?
Currently, you can fly between Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu with AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Firefly, VietJet Air, Malaysia Airlines.
When’s the best time to travel between Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu?
If you don’t have specific dates for your trip between Surat Thani Province 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 Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu?
Traveling between Surat Thani Province 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 Surat Thani Province?
There are a number of airports in and around Surat Thani Province. The main one is Surat Thani International and other nearby airports include Phuket International, Krabi, Samui, Surat Thani International, Chumphon, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Trang, Ranong
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 Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu depart?
What time do nonstop (direct) flights between Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu arrive?
What time do flights between Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu depart?
What time do flights between Surat Thani Province and Kota Bharu arrive?

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