{ "response": { "Key": "JHB-KBR", "orig": { "code": "JHB", "type": "airport", "city": "Johor Bahru", "fullCity": "Johor Bahru, Malaysia", "airport": "Johor Bahru" }, "dest": { "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": "A direct flight from Johor Bahru (JHB) to Kota Bharu (KBR) takes about 1 hour 15 minutes. If you have a layover, usually in Kuala Lumpur, the total travel time is typically around 3 to 5 hours." }, "q1": { "question": "Are there any direct flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "Yes, AirAsia flies nonstop from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu, with six weekly flights operating on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. There are two daily departures on those days, typically around 12:30 PM and 6:20 PM. No other airline offers nonstop service on this route.", "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. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized 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). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule" ] }, "q2": { "question": "Are there visa requirements to travel from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "No, there are no visa requirements for this flight. Both Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu are domestic destinations within Malaysia, so no passport or visa checks apply for Malaysian citizens or foreign nationals already legally present in Malaysia. However, all travelers must carry valid identification (such as a Malaysian identity card for citizens or passport with valid Malaysian entry stamp/visa for foreigners) as required by domestic regulations." }, "q6": { "question": "Are overnight (red‑eye) flights available from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "No nonstop red-eye flights operate from Johor Bahru (JHB) to Kota Bharu (KBR). Connecting itineraries whose long leg is a red-eye are available: a Firefly (FY) overnight flight departs JHB at 22:20 and arrives at Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) at 23:25 the same night, then connects onward to KBR on either Firefly or Malaysia Airlines (MH) after a long layover. The overnight leg itself lands before midnight, so it arrives the same night rather than the next morning.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "redeye_flights" ] }, "q7": { "question": "Which airlines usually operate this route from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "AirAsia (AK) is the primary non‑stop carrier on the Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu route, operating six flights a week on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays with departures at 12:30 and 18:20. No median fare data is available for this route in the current schedule.", "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.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines" ] }, "q8": { "question": "If I need a connection, what are common layover cities between Johor Bahru and Kota Bharu?", "answer": "Common layovers for this domestic route include Kuala Lumpur (KUL) and Penang (PEN). Kuala Lumpur offers the most frequent connections with short layovers, while Penang provides an alternative with efficient transfers, keeping total travel time competitive." }, "q9": { "question": "How reliable are on‑time departures on this route from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "On‑time performance is generally reliable, though afternoon thunderstorms can cause delays. Early flights on Malaysia Airlines or AirAsia offer the best punctuality odds." }, "q10": { "question": "Which months have the best weather for traveling to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "February to April and June to August are ideal, with less rain and pleasant temperatures." }, "q11": { "question": "What documents should I bring with me to the airport when flying from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "For this domestic flight, bring your MyKad (Malaysian national ID) or passport, a payment method for baggage, and any required vaccination certificates. No visa or onward travel proof is needed." }, "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 and is located about 8 km from the city centre." }, "q13": { "question": "How do I get to Johor Bahru from the city center?", "answer": "The lookup returned information for Johannesburg (JNB), not Johor Bahru (JHB). For Senai International Airport (JHB) in Johor Bahru, the most popular and fastest option from the city center is a taxi or ride‑share (like Grab), which takes about 30–40 minutes and is relatively affordable. Public buses (such as Causeway Link or Maju) also serve the airport from various points downtown, and driving yourself is straightforward with plentiful parking, though traffic can add time.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/O.%20R.%20Tambo%20International%20Airport", "title": "O. R. 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Tambo International Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T00:08:43Z" } ] }, "q14": { "question": "Are there hotels or sleeping facilities at Kota Bharu airport?", "answer": "Kota Bharu Airport (KBR) does not have on-site hotels, capsule hotels, or sleeping pods. The closest hotel is the ibis Styles Kota Bharu, located about 10 km away in the city center; it does not offer a dedicated airport shuttle, so you would need a taxi or ride-share. For overnight stays, you may need to plan around the airport’s operating hours as it is not open 24 hours.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan%20Ismail%20Petra%20Airport", "title": "Sultan Ismail Petra Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-08T06:18:00Z" }, { "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" }, { "url": "https://www.sleepinginairports.net/guides/brunei-airport-guide.htm", "title": "Brunei Airport Guide", "time_published": "2024-11-11T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "http://activities.marriott.com/asia/malaysia/kuala-lumpur/activities/kuala_lumpur_city_to_kuala_lumpur_international_airport_transfer-XFHH89?property=KULCM", "title": "Kuala Lumpur City to Kuala Lumpur International Airport Transfer", "time_published": "2026-05-04T00:00:00Z" }, { "url": "https://meetings.accor.com/hotel/9928/index.en.shtml", "title": "ibis Styles Kota Bharu - Meetings", "time_published": "2026-03-16T00:00:00Z" } ] }, "q15": { "question": "Are there currency exchange offices, prayer rooms and Wi‑Fi at Kota Bharu?", "answer": "Kota Bharu's Sultan Ismail Petra Airport offers a prayer room (surau) within the terminal for Muslim travelers, and currency exchange services are available at the airport. Complimentary Wi‑Fi is provided throughout the terminal building, allowing passengers to stay connected.", "toolsUsed": [], "references": [ { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan%20Ismail%20Petra%20Airport", "title": "Sultan Ismail Petra Airport", "favicon": "https://en.wikipedia.org/static/apple-touch/wikipedia.png", "time_published": "2026-07-08T06:18:00Z" }, { "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": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sultan_Ismail_Petra_Airport", "title": "Sultan Ismail Petra Airport", "time_published": "2026-07-06T02:50:06Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_the_busiest_airports_in_Malaysia", "title": "List of the busiest airports in Malaysia", "time_published": "2026-04-15T17:15:18Z" }, { "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kota%20Bharu", "title": "Kota Bharu", "time_published": "2026-03-27T12:07:14Z" } ] }, "q17": { "question": "What aircraft are typically used on flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "AirAsia flies nonstop from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu using the Airbus A320-100, with six weekly flights on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Connecting itineraries — most often via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) or Subang (SZB) on AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air, or Firefly — typically use Airbus A320 family aircraft or Boeing 737-800s on the longer leg, though the exact aircraft can vary by day and airline. Wi‑Fi and seatback entertainment are widely available on many of these aircraft, but availability varies by carrier and specific plane.", "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. 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.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_aircraft", "route_airlines" ] }, "q18": { "question": "Which airline alliances serve flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "Nonstop flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu are operated by AirAsia (IATA code AK), which is not a member of any global airline alliance. Connecting itineraries may involve Malaysia Airlines (MH, a Oneworld member) or Firefly (FY, not in an alliance), but no alliance carriers serve the route nonstop.", "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. Carrier service and weekly frequencies are summarized 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). Where available, on-time and cancellation rates come from the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) Airline On-Time Performance dataset, and typical fares from the U.S. DOT Airline Origin and Destination Survey (DB1B), a quarterly 10% sample of tickets sold. Stop counts, connecting hubs, and per-airline prices are drawn from a large sample of the real fares Priceline users found on this route in the last 72 hours. We group those fares by number of stops, by the hub airport a connection routes through, and by operating airline, and report each group's share of the sample alongside its lowest and median price. 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. 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.", "toolsUsed": [ "route_airlines", "flight_schedule", "route_options", "redeye_flights", "route_aircraft" ] }, "q21": { "question": "What is the baggage allowance on this route from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "On this domestic route, baggage allowance depends on the airline and fare type. Basic fares often exclude checked bags, while standard economy typically includes one checked bag and a carry‑on. Check your airline's policy for exact limits." }, "q22": { "question": "What cabin and seat options are typical from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu?", "answer": "Flights from Johor Bahru to Kota Bharu typically offer only Economy class seating, as Premium Economy and flat-bed Business options are not common on this short domestic route." }, "q23": { "question": "Are same‑day changes or standby possible on this route?", "answer": "Same‑day changes and standby depend on the airline and fare class, with flexible and premium tickets offering more generous options, while basic fares typically do not allow them." } } } }