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Flight Schedule from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 14:05 | 15:15 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
 Malaysia Airlines | 15:40 | 16:50 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 17:40 | 18:50 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
Malaysia Airlines | 18:30 | 19:40 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Book flight |
 Batik Air Malaysia | 20:10 | 21:15 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 20:10 | 21:20 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
Malaysia Airlines | 20:20 | 21:20 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Penang (PEN) | Book flight |
 Firefly | 20:20 | 21:20 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Penang (PEN) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 21:20 | 22:30 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Book flight |
Malaysia Airlines | 21:20 | 22:30 | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Book flight |
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Flight Schedule to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
Airline | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Origin Airport | Destination Airport | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Malaysia Airlines | 13:00 | 14:05 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
Firefly | 14:00 | 15:10 | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 16:05 | 17:15 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
Malaysia Airlines | 16:45 | 17:50 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
Firefly | 16:50 | 18:00 | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
Batik Air Malaysia | 18:25 | 19:30 | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 18:35 | 19:45 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
Firefly | 18:40 | 19:50 | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
Firefly | 19:40 | 20:50 | Kuala Lumpur / Subang (SZB) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
AirAsia Berhad (Malaysia) | 19:45 | 20:55 | Kuala Lumpur (KUL) | Kota Bharu (KBR) | Book flight |
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FAQ about Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport is in Pengkalan Chepa, about 8 to 10 km north-east of Kota Bharu city centre.
Airlines at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport include Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Firefly and Batik Air Malaysia.
The IATA code is KBR and the ICAO code is WMKC. Many travellers simply call it Kota Bharu Airport.
Yes. A new terminal has replaced the older Moorish-style building at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, with more check-in counters and multi-storey parking.
Taxis, ride-hailing cars, local buses and rental cars all connect Sultan Ismail Petra Airport with Kota Bharu.
Yes. Multi-storey car parks sit beside the terminal at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, with a shuttle bus to the building.
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport has restaurants, cafes, shops, ATMs, prayer rooms and car rental counters.
The Kota Bharu airport is named after Sultan Ismail Petra, a former Sultan of Kelantan.
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Sultan Ismail Petra Airport in Kota Bharu
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) is the gateway to Kota Bharu and the state of Kelantan on the north-east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. Named after the late Sultan Ismail Petra of Kelantan, it is run by Malaysia Airports and has a long history as an airfield on this coast.
Location and Distance to Kota Bharu
The airport is in Pengkalan Chepa, about 8 to 10 km north-east of Kota Bharu city centre. Most drives take well under half an hour outside rush hour.
Terminal and Facilities at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport
A new terminal building now serves passengers, replacing the older Moorish-style hall. It has rows of check-in counters, restaurants and cafes, shops, ATMs and prayer rooms. Multi-storey car parks sit next to the terminal, linked by a shuttle bus.
Airlines and Routes from Kota Bharu
Airlines here include Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Firefly and Batik Air Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur is the main route, and other domestic cities are served as well. Timetables change with the season, so check what is running for your dates.
Getting from the Airport to Kota Bharu
- Taxi: airport taxis operate from a dedicated lane outside arrivals.
- Ride-hailing: app-based cars are a popular alternative.
- Bus: local buses connect the airport with the city during the day.
- Car rental: several rental counters operate at the terminal.
Places to Visit in Kota Bharu
Kota Bharu is known for Kelantanese food and crafts. Siti Khadijah Market is a busy spot for local snacks and textiles, and the royal quarter around Istana Jahar holds museums on Kelantan's heritage. Beaches along the coast are a short drive from Pengkalan Chepa.
Tips for Flying from Kota Bharu
Flights to Kuala Lumpur fill quickly around public and school holidays, so book early. The monsoon season on the east coast can bring heavy rain, so allow extra time on the road to the airport at that time of year.
Kota Bharu is also a common entry point for travellers heading to the islands and towns of the east coast, or on to southern Thailand by road via Rantau Panjang.
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