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Cheapest return flight
£159
Typical prices: £83-£129
Malaysia Airlines
Sat 13/1Tue 16/1
BKI - JHB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£149
Typical prices: £50-£105
Batik Air
Mon 26/11
BKI - JHB • 2 stops
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You can fly direct with AirAsia. Average duration is 2h 18m
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Most punctual • 80% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru (BKI-JHB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru

Wed, 13 Jan - Sat, 16 Jan
Malaysia Airlines Logo
13:05 - 09:30BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
20h 25m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
11:15 - 00:55JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
13h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£159Malaysia Airlines
Sat, 20 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar
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05:20 - 10:35BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
5h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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10:10 - 17:05JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
6h 55m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£193Malaysia Airlines
Mon, 1 Feb - Fri, 5 Feb
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13:05 - 18:45BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
5h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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19:40 - 00:55JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
5h 15m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
£233Malaysia Airlines
Sun, 15 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Batik Air Logo
15:45 - 16:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
24h 15m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
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17:50 - 14:40JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
20h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
£296Batik Air
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Batik Air Logo
08:00 - 16:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
32h 00m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
Batik Air Logo
09:50 - 14:40JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
£328Batik Air
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Batik Air Logo
08:00 - 09:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
25h 00m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
Batik Air Logo
09:50 - 14:40JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
£330Batik Air
Mon, 7 Dec - Fri, 11 Dec
Batik Air Logo
08:00 - 16:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
32h 00m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
Batik Air Logo
09:50 - 10:50JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
49h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
£330Batik Air
Wed, 30 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
Batik Air Logo
08:00 - 09:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
25h 00m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
Batik Air Logo
16:50 - 10:50JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
42h 00m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
£360Batik Air
Sat, 2 Jan - Wed, 6 Jan
Batik Air Logo
15:45 - 09:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
17h 15m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
Batik Air Logo
16:50 - 14:40JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
21h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
£373Batik Air
Sat, 20 Mar - Thu, 25 Mar
Batik Air Logo
08:00 - 09:00BKI  Kota Kinabalu-JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl
25h 00m2 stops Tawau Kuala Lumpur Intl
Batik Air Logo
09:50 - 14:40JHB  Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl-BKI Kota Kinabalu
28h 50m2 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Tawau
£383Batik Air
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru typically range from £83 to £129. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £159 on Malaysia Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 8% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru at £71 return.
•June (£141) and September (£125) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 98% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru the cheapest?

Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£149
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 40% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru

When to book flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:30 and lands at 08:48
    • Latest: departs at 21:20 and lands at 23:38.

    The flight takes about 2h 18m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru.

  • How long is a flight from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    A direct flight from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru takes 2h 18m, covering 903 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flight?

    Return flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru range from £83 to £129, with an average of £102 over the past 12 months. Anything below £83 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 52% above the £102 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than stopover options on average. Direct fares average £93 return, compared with £127 via a stopover through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    AirAsia is the only airline operating Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights. 80% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £6–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by AirAsia. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, Evening flights for 0%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • How are flight prices from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £149, which is 115% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport (JHB)?

    Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport (JHB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £28 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • R&R Rent A Car
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • Suria Car Rental
    • keddy by Europcar
    • Quickdrive

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    Flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru usually depart from Kota Kinabalu (BKI) and arrive at Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl (JHB).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru route, 20% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 1h 42m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru pass through Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 16% on flights from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at £92 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at £110, a difference of £17.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

    Only AirAsia operates flights between Kota Kinabalu and Johor Bahru.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • AirAsia: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average £92, about £17 less than Monday fares (16% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru trip for January. Fares historically average £71 return in that month – typically £70 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Kota Kinabalu Airport to Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Kota Kinabalu to Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Monday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Tuesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Wednesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Thursday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Friday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Saturday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Sunday

AirAsia

AirAsia

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Direct returns

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl to Kota Kinabalu

Monday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Tuesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Wednesday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Thursday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Friday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Saturday

AirAsia

AirAsia

Sunday

AirAsia

AirAsia

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