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    "orig": {
      "code": "JHB",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Johor Bahru",
      "fullCity": "Johor Bahru, Malaysia",
      "airport": "Johor Bahru"
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      "code": "KBR",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Kota Bharu",
      "fullCity": "Kota Bharu, Malaysia",
      "airport": "Kota Bharu"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "What is the typical flight duration from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu is about 330 miles. The nonstop flight takes around 1 hour 5 minutes each way, with no meaningful difference between directions.",
        "methodology": "Flight times and distances come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time across all carriers on the route, computed the same way in both directions so the difference reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in method. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two airports, so the actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer.",
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      "q1": {
        "question": "Are there any direct flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "AirAsia flies non‑stop from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu with two daily departures on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays — a total of six weekly flights. The flight takes about 65 minutes. No other airline offers non‑stop service on this route.",
        "methodology": "Carrier service, flight times and distances for this route come from our flight-schedule database, which draws on published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data, and observed operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We report the days of the week and the departure times each carrier operates. The typical flight time is the median scheduled block time, given both per carrier and across all carriers on the route; where a schedule does not publish an elapsed time, it is derived from the scheduled departure and arrival times converted to UTC. Outbound and return times are computed by the same method, so the difference between them is directly comparable and reflects prevailing winds rather than any change in derivation. Distance is the great-circle distance between the two specific airports named, so an actual flown track is typically 2-5% longer. Where shown, on-time departure and arrival rates and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, which covers U.S. domestic routes only; where a typical fare is shown, it comes from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
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      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "What are the ground transportation options in Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "From Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, taxis are the most common and direct way to reach central Kota Bharu, about 8 km away, with a fare typically around MYR 30 and a travel time of roughly 15-20 minutes; ride-share services like Grab also operate and are widely used, often offering a similar or slightly lower price. There is no rail link from the airport itself—the nearest passenger station is across the river at Wakaf Bharu—and dedicated airport buses are limited, so road transport is your best bet. Car rental desks are available at the terminal for those who prefer to self-drive, but for most visitors, a taxi or Grab is the fastest and most popular choice.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan%20Ismail%20Petra%20Airport",
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            "time_published": "2026-07-08T06:18:00Z"
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            "title": "Kota Bharu",
            "time_published": "2026-03-27T12:07:14Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kota_Bharu_railway_station",
            "title": "Kota Bharu railway station",
            "time_published": "2026-05-15T15:06:47Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kota%20Bharu%20railway%20station",
            "title": "Kota Bharu railway station",
            "time_published": "2026-04-20T05:16:34Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kuching%20Sentral",
            "title": "Kuching Sentral",
            "time_published": "2025-11-02T19:38:07Z"
          }
        ]
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "There are no nonstop red-eye flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu. A connecting itinerary exists where the overnight leg departs Johor Bahru at 22:20 on Firefly (FY) and arrives at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) at 23:25 the same night, then connects to a Malaysia Airlines (MH) flight after a long layover.",
        "methodology": "Red-eye flights are identified from scheduled local departure and arrival times in our flight-schedule database — built from published airline timetables and official schedule data, including U.S. Department of Transportation records for domestic routes — flagging services that depart late at night and arrive the following morning; for connecting itineraries the red-eye is based on the timing of the overnight long-haul leg.",
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      },
      "q7": {
        "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "AirAsia (AK) operates non‑stop flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu, with 6 weekly departures on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Typical per‑carrier fares for this route are not available, so no median fare can be given.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies come from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a typical fare is shown for a carrier, it is the median of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
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      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "Common layovers include Kuala Lumpur and Penang, offering the most competitive total travel times with frequent connections and efficient domestic transfers."
      },
      "q10": {
        "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "February to April and September to October offer drier skies and fewer visitors than the monsoon peaks."
      },
      "q11": {
        "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "For this domestic Malaysia flight, bring a valid national ID (MyKad) or passport, a payment method for baggage fees, and any required vaccination certificates."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "Which airport should I use in Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "Kota Bharu has only one airport, Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, which serves all flights to the city."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Johor Bahru from the city center?",
        "answer": "From Johor Bahru city center, the most popular option is the Causeway Link airport shuttle bus (AA1) from JB Sentral, taking about 45 minutes in good traffic. Taxis and ride‑share services like Grab are faster and more direct, though they cost more. Driving and parking at the airport are straightforward, with on‑site parking available. No direct rail link serves the airport.",
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            "title": "Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru, Malaysia - Home",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://www.senaiairport.com/To-From-The-Airport/By-Bus",
            "title": "Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru, Malaysia - By Bus",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
          },
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            "title": "Senai International Airport",
            "time_published": "2026-04-29T15:06:28Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johor_Bahru_Sentral_station",
            "title": "Johor Bahru Sentral station",
            "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png",
            "time_published": "2026-06-15T01:14:18Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://senaiairport.com/Travellers-Guide/Hotels-Nearby",
            "title": "Senai International Airport, Johor Bahru, Malaysia - Hotels Nearby",
            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q14": {
        "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Kota Bharu airport?",
        "answer": "Kota Bharu Airport (Sultan Ismail Petra Airport) does not have on‑site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods inside the terminal. There are no airside or landside sleep facilities, and the terminal is not open 24 hours. Nearby hotels such as the ibis Styles Kota Bharu are located about 10 km away in the city center and do not offer a dedicated airport shuttle, so a taxi or ride‑share is required.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List%20of%20the%20busiest%20airports%20in%20Malaysia",
            "title": "List of the busiest airports in Malaysia",
            "time_published": "2026-04-15T17:15:18Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://www.sleepinginairports.net/asia/kualalumpur.htm",
            "title": "Kuala Lumpur Airport Guide (KUL) - Sleeping in Airports",
            "time_published": "2026-04-13T18:10:17Z"
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            "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/brunei-airport-guide.htm",
            "title": "Brunei Airport Guide",
            "time_published": "2024-11-11T00:00:00Z"
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            "title": "Kuala Lumpur City to Kuala Lumpur International Airport Transfer",
            "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z"
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      },
      "q15": {
        "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "At Kota Bharu's Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, currency exchange services are available through a bank branch and ATMs in the public concourse of the new terminal, which opened in May 2024. Prayer rooms (surau) are provided on the first floor near the check-in area for Muslim travelers. Free Wi‑Fi is offered throughout the terminal, though connection quality can vary during peak hours.",
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            "time_published": "2026-03-27T12:07:14Z"
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      },
      "q16": {
        "question": "Are there accessible services or children's facilities at the Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu airports?",
        "answer": "At Senai International Airport (JHB), wheelchair assistance and ramp access are available through all airlines, and passengers should contact their airline directly – for example AirAsia at 1300 88 9933 or Malaysia Airlines at 1 300 88 3000 – to arrange services in advance; the airport also has a dedicated “We Care” program, though specific children’s play areas are not mentioned. At Kota Bharu’s Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR), the newly expanded terminal includes modern facilities, but detailed accessibility services or children’s play areas are not specified in the available information; for mobility assistance, it is recommended to request support at least 48 hours before travel through your airline.",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Institut_Pendidikan_Guru_Malaysia_Kampus_Kota_Bharu",
            "title": "Institut Pendidikan Guru Malaysia Kampus Kota Bharu",
            "time_published": "2026-02-22T07:05:38Z"
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      "q17": {
        "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "Nonstop flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu are flown by AirAsia using the Airbus A320-100. Connecting itineraries, which are more common, typically involve an A320 (including the -100 and -200 Neo variants) on the leg to Kuala Lumpur, with the onward segment to Kota Bharu often operated by an ATR 72 turboprop (listed as 'Aerospatiale') or a Boeing 737-800, depending on the airline and routing.",
        "methodology": "Aircraft types are taken from the equipment each operating carrier schedules on this route, drawn from published airline timetables and airline equipment schedules in our flight-schedule database. They describe typical scheduled aircraft and can vary with seasonal or day-of-week assignments and last-minute equipment swaps.",
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      },
      "q18": {
        "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "Only AirAsia (AK) flies nonstop from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu, and AirAsia is not a member of any global airline alliance. Other alliances may serve the route via connections, but no specific carriers appear in the schedule data.",
        "methodology": "Airlines and weekly frequencies are compiled from our flight-schedule database, which combines published airline timetables, U.S. government schedule data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS), and observed flight operations from the EUROCONTROL/OpenSky Open Performance Data Initiative (OPDI). We count each operating carrier's scheduled weekly departures and the days it flies; where there is no nonstop service, connecting carriers are identified by linking scheduled nonstop segments through common hub airports. Where a median fare is shown for a carrier, it reflects the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours.",
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      "q20": {
        "question": "What are the best airport lounge options when departing from Johor Bahru?",
        "answer": "At Senai International Airport (JHB), the main lounge available to departing passengers is the Plaza Premium Lounge located in the international departures area of the main terminal, open daily from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Access is available to business class travelers on select airlines, Priority Pass members, and American Express Platinum cardholders, or via a paid day pass. The lounge offers a quiet space with complimentary light refreshments, Wi-Fi, and comfortable seating away from the busy terminal.",
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "time_published": "2026-01-01T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://prioritypass.com/en-GB/lounges/malaysia/senai-international",
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      "q21": {
        "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "On the Johor Bahru–Kota Bharu domestic route, baggage rules depend on the airline and fare type. Basic fares often exclude checked luggage and may allow only a small personal item; standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Check your airline’s policy before flying."
      },
      "q22": {
        "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?",
        "answer": "Flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu are typically operated with Economy class only, as they are short domestic routes without Premium Economy or flat-bed Business class."
      },
      "q23": {
        "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?",
        "answer": "Policies depend on the airline and fare type; flexible and premium tickets often allow same‑day changes or standby, while cheaper fares usually do not."
      }
    }
  }
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