On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the route from Johor Bahru to Kota Kinabalu. The 1,455 km flight is operated regularly, with a frequency of approximately 16 departures per week.
Direct service between the cities is provided by AirAsia (AK). Ticket prices are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-fare calendar to choose the best time for your trip and checking how to get to the departure airport and the most convenient way to reach the city after landing.
The table shows direct flights Johor Bahru → Kota Kinabalu on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 2 h 20 min. Regular flights are operated by AirAsia. Departures from Senai Airport airports, arrivals at Kota Kinabalu International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Johor Bahru — Kota Kinabalu by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 190 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 372 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Kota Kinabalu has an equatorial climate; the hottest month is May, with temperatures reaching up to 29.1°C. The heaviest rainfall occurs in October and December, when the number of rainy days can reach 28–29 per month and precipitation levels exceed 338 mm.
According to monitoring data, the most affordable fares are offered in August — AED 190, and July — AED 197. The most expensive month for flying from Johor Bahru is June, when the minimum ticket price starts AED 372.
For planning your trip, August is the optimal choice: prices are at their lowest, and weather conditions are more stable compared to the rainy year-end. It is recommended to avoid the period from October to December due to the peak monsoon season.
AirAsia (AK) is the primary carrier on this route, providing regular service. The airline operates approximately 16 direct flights per week, offering passengers a convenient schedule. You can view the detailed timetable for specific dates and choose a suitable fare in the airline list below.
Flights Johor Bahru — Kota Kinabalu depart from Senai Airport and arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 1,455 km, so a direct flight usually takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes.
The main carrier operating regular flights is AirAsia (AK).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, allowing you to reach your destination as quickly as possible without any layovers.
Flight prices change constantly depending on demand and departure dates; current minimum prices can always be found in the calendar on this page.
Flights from Johor Bahru arrive at Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI).
For tourist trips to Malaysia for up to 30 days, citizens of the Russian Federation do not require a visa.
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