Book cheap flights to Kota Bharu

Compare cheap flights to Kota Bharu (Malaysia) on Opodo, all in one search. View airlines, times, layovers and fares, then filter by departure time or journey length to find the best flight for you.

The lowest fare to Kota Bharu booked on Opodo in recent days was £22. Use this as a guide only, as the final price will vary depending on your travel dates and how far in advance you book.

Air Asia is the airline most often chosen by travellers heading to Kota Bharu.

The ideal time to visit Kota Bharu may well come down to the weather you prefer. In Kota Bharu, average temperatures sit at around 33ºC during the hottest months and 23ºC during the coldest ones. Keep this in mind when deciding when to fly, what to pack and how to spend your time once you arrive.

• Highs: roughly 33ºC in the warmest months
• Lows: close to 23ºC in the coldest months
• Hottest month: May
• Coldest month: January
• Driest month: February
• Wettest month: November

Air Asia flies direct to Kota Bharu. Non-stop routes are available from the following cities:

• Kuala Lumpur with Air Asia
• Johor Bahru with Air Asia
• Kuala Lumpur with Flyfirefly
• Kuala Lumpur with Malaysia Airlines

You can also fly to Kota Bharu making a stop along the way with airlines such as Air Asia. Here are some of the departure cities and the airline serving each route:

• London with Air Asia
• Singapore with Malaysia Airlines

A handful of simple checks can help you cut the cost of your trip to Kota Bharu:

• Flexible dates: look at a few different departure days before you decide. Flying a day earlier or later can sometimes make a real difference to the price.
• Nearby airports: it's worth weighing up the alternatives. A smaller airport not too far from Kota Bharu might be cheaper to fly into than the main one.
• Baggage: check what's included with each fare before you confirm. Knowing your allowance ahead of time means no nasty surprises at the airport.

Before you set off, double-check Malaysia's entry requirements and leave yourself plenty of time to get your paperwork in order.

Don't forget that adding a hotel to your booking unlocks exclusive discounts on your stay. You can add car hire to the same booking too, and you may find further savings by bundling it with your flights and accommodation.