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JHBBKISat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareRM399AirAsia
Fastest2h 20mgate to gate
Options found33flights on this route
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Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
25 KG 1 Pieces
RM1,571
Flight DetailsJHB to BKI - 10H :20 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 25 KG - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Malaysia Airlines
MH-1052
11:15
2026-10-03
Johor Bahru (JHB)Sultan Ismail Intl
24H :40 M
1 Stop
KUL
· 21h 05m Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Malaysia
11:55
2026-10-04
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)Kota Kinabalu
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 25 KGCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
25 KG 1 Pieces
RM1,030
Flight DetailsJHB to BKI - 24H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 25 KG - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
25 KG 1 Pieces
RM1,572
Flight DetailsJHB to BKI - 24H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 25 KG - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Malaysia Airlines
MH-1052
11:15
2026-10-03
Johor Bahru (JHB)Sultan Ismail Intl
27H :00 M
1 Stop
KUL
· 23h 25m Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Malaysia
14:15
2026-10-04
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)Kota Kinabalu
Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 25 KGCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
AirLine Private
25 KG 1 Pieces
RM1,030
Flight DetailsJHB to BKI - 27H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 25 KG - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
25 KG 1 Pieces
RM1,572
Flight DetailsJHB to BKI - 27H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 25 KG - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Malaysia Airlines
MH-4664
19:30
2026-10-03
Johor Bahru (JHB)Sultan Ismail Intl
16H :25 M
1 Stop
KUL
· 12h 45m Kuala Lumpur (KUL), Malaysia
11:55
2026-10-04
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)Kota Kinabalu
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 25 KGCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
25 KG 1 Pieces
RM1,187
Flight DetailsJHB to BKI - 16H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 25 KG - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareRM399AirAsia20:10
Earliest departureRM750Malaysia Airlines06:35
Shortest durationRM399AirAsia20:10
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
RM749Malaysia Airlines at 11:15Afternoon
12:00-17:59
RM441AirAsia at 15:00Evening
18:00-23:59
RM399AirAsia at 20:10
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Johor Bahru (JHB)
Sultan Ismail Intl
Malaysia
GMT 8
Latitude: 1.64131
Longitude: 103.669998
Kota Kinabalu (BKI)
Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia
GMT 8
Latitude: 5.9372100830078125
Longitude: 116.0510025024414
Distance: Johor Bahru (JHB), Malaysia to Kota Kinabalu (BKI), Malaysia - 1,454.06 km
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Busiest periods: Year-end peak (01 Dec – 05 Jan).
16SepMalaysia DayWednesday · in 3 daysPeak
25DecChristmas DayFriday · in 103 days
01JanNew Year's DayFriday · in 110 days
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How to travel Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
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Connecting flight₹17,571Longer — includes a stop31 options
Air distance is about 1,454 km. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
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MA
Malaysia Airlines Flights
from RM74922 flights
Fares from
RM749
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
22 — compare timings in the list above
MA
Malindo Air Flights
from RM7719 flights
Fares from
RM771
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
9 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
2h 20m · AirAsia
First departure of the day
06:35 · Malaysia Airlines
Last departure of the day
20:10 · AirAsia
Options in this snapshot
33
Direct / non-stop options
2
Airport codes
Johor Bahru–JHB, Kota Kinabalu–BKI
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 33 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 2 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:35 and the last around 20:10. The fastest flight takes about 2h 20m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from RM399, Afternoon from RM441, Morning from RM749. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu, Saturday shows the lowest fare at RM399. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Johor Bahru from Kota Kinabalu by air?
The direct air distance between Johor Bahru (JHB) and Kota Kinabalu (BKI) is about 1,454 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from JHB to BKI?
Yes. 2 non-stop flights are showing on Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?
Malaysia Airlines and Malindo Air are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu?
The quickest non-stop Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flight currently loaded takes about 2h 20m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 25 KG and 15 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu for the dates currently loaded is RM399. Fares on the same dates run up to RM1,489, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:35 and the last is around 20:10, local time at Johor Bahru. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 1,454.06 km.
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Lowest Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
RM399
03/10/2026
AirAsia
20:10
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
RM391
13/10/2026
AirAsia
20:10
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
RM379
12/12/2026
AirAsia
20:10
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Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Johor Bahru and Kota Kinabalu is approximately 1,454 KM. The flight duration ranges from 2H :20 M up to 28H :30 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 33 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Johor Bahru at 06:35, while the last night flight leaves at 20:10. Flights depart from Sultan Ismail Intl and land at Kota Kinabalu.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu
Aerial Distance
1,454 KM
Flight Duration
2H :20 M - 28H :30 M
Airport Codes
Johor Bahru - JHB, Kota Kinabalu - BKI
Total Flights Available
33 flights (2 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:35
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 20:10
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
8 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
12 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
1 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
11 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
1 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
JHB: Johor Bahru airport. Johor Bahru airport may offer metro, rail, bus and taxi options. Choose public transport for daytime light-luggage arrivals; choose a cab or hotel transfer for family trips and late landings.
BKI: Kota Kinabalu airport. Kota Kinabalu airport may offer metro, rail, bus and taxi options. Choose public transport for daytime light-luggage arrivals; choose a cab or hotel transfer for family trips and late landings.
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