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Flight deals from Penang to Kota Bharu

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Kota Bharu.C$75 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 7, returning Mon, Jul 14.Round-trip flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departing from Penang on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departing from Kota Bharu on Mon, Jul 14, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$75, select.
Kota Bharu.C$75 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 13, returning Fri, Aug 15.Round-trip flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departing from Penang on Wed, Aug 13, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departing from Kota Bharu on Fri, Aug 15, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$75, select.
Kota Bharu.C$77 per passenger.Departing Sun, Aug 31, returning Thu, Sep 4.Round-trip flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Penang on Sun, Aug 31, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Kota Bharu on Thu, Sep 4, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$77, select.
Kota Bharu.C$77 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 7, returning Mon, May 12.Round-trip flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Penang on Wed, May 7, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Kota Bharu on Mon, May 12, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$77, select.
Kota Bharu.C$77 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 15, returning Thu, Apr 17.Round-trip flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Penang on Tue, Apr 15, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Kota Bharu on Thu, Apr 17, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$77, select.
Kota Bharu.C$77 per passenger.Departing Wed, Mar 19, returning Wed, Mar 19.Round-trip flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Penang on Wed, Mar 19, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Kota Bharu on Wed, Mar 19, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$77, select.
Kota Bharu.C$77 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 12, returning Fri, Aug 1.Round-trip flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Penang on Sat, Jul 12, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Kota Bharu on Fri, Aug 1, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$77, select.
Kota Bharu.C$77 per passenger.Departing Tue, Apr 15, returning Mon, May 5.Round-trip flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Penang on Tue, Apr 15, arriving in Kota Bharu.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departing from Kota Bharu on Mon, May 5, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$77, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Kota Bharu

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Kota Bharu flights are currently cheapest in July.
Mar
from C$77
Apr
from C$77
May
from C$77
Jun
from C$77
Jul
from C$75
Aug
from C$75
Sep
from C$77
Oct
from C$91
Nov
from C$91
Dec
from C$225
Jan
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Feb
from C$214

Direct flights from Penang to Kota Bharu

Penang to Kota Bharu: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Penang to Kota Bharu below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Kota Bharu.

George Town to Kota Bharu: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$75
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time57 mins
Most popular airlineFirefly
Average flights per week14

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Kota Bharu: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Penang to Kota Bharu is C$75. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
57 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Kota Bharu.
Firefly and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Penang to Kota Bharu.
There are 14 flights per week flying from Penang to Kota Bharu, as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Kota Bharu is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Kota Bharu Airport on Wednesday, August 13, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 57 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Kota Bharu but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Kota Bharu is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, BatikAir Malaysia and Firefly offer the cheapest flight tickets to Kota Bharu.

Traveling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR): what you need to know

  • On average, direct flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport take 58 minutes. Kota Bharu and George Town are in the same timezone (UTC+8), meaning you won't need to adjust your watch once you arrive.

  • Choose from 10 weekly flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. The 08:40 departure with Firefly is the earliest flight you can take between PEN and KBR. Firefly operates the latest service of the day at 19:00 if early starts aren't your thing.

  • During popular months such as August, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're traveling during peak periods in general.

  • Firefly offers direct flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. Book with this popular airline, and get ready to see the sights in Kota Bharu — and maybe even more of Malaysia if time allows.

  • If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and check out your options. Here are the top stopovers between PEN and KBR:

    • Kuching International Airport

    • Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

  • After booking your cheap ticket from PEN to KBR, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't required since you're traveling within Malaysia. As long as you have some other proof of identity, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport is C$33. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$75. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap flight tickets from PEN to KBR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The cheapest month for flight tickets from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from PEN to KBR. There's no need to search every day to see if airfares have dropped. We'll notify you the moment the price changes.

  • Use filters to find the ideal trip for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Central George Town to Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 26 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • Searching for a handy hotel close to PEN? If you're catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • If you're on a late flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near KBR:

Getting from Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) to central Kota Bharu

  • Sultan Ismail Petra Airport to central Kota Bharu is around 16 minutes in a car. It's approximately 10 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

When to fly to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)

  • It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Kota Bharu. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport for May if you want to explore Kota Bharu during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC and 32ºC.

  • February has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 29ºC. Search for cheap flight tickets from PEN to KBR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Kota Bharu

Complete your Kota Bharu trip with hotels and a car rental

  • We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, check out our great car rental offers that'll give you the flexibility to see the sights at your own pace. Then, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your ideal Kota Bharu stay.

Plan the rest of your trip from George Town to Kota Bharu

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