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Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu

Updated: March 12, 2024 10:54 PM
Kota Kinabalu

Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu


Language

The official language of Malaysia is Bahasa Melayu (Malay), but English is also widely spoken and understood.

Currency

The currency of Malaysia is the Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).

Distance

The distance between Johor Bahru Senai International Airport and Kota Kinabalu is approximately 1,500 kilometers.

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Kota Kinabalu from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport:

  • By plane: There are direct flights from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport. The flight takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By bus: There are no direct buses from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu. However, you can take a bus from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur, and then transfer to another bus to Kota Kinabalu. The bus ride from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur takes approximately 5 hours, and the bus ride from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu takes approximately 24 hours.
  • By train: There are no direct trains from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu. However, you can take a train from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur, and then transfer to another train to Kota Kinabalu. The train ride from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur takes approximately 5 hours, and the train ride from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu takes approximately 24 hours.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose.

  • By plane: The cost of a plane ticket from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu International Airport starts from around MYR 300.
  • By bus: The cost of a bus ticket from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur starts from around MYR 50. The cost of a bus ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu starts from around MYR 100.
  • By train: The cost of a train ticket from Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur starts from around MYR 50. The cost of a train ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Kota Kinabalu starts from around MYR 100.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Kota Kinabalu is during the dry season, which runs from April to October. During this time, the weather is generally sunny and dry, with little rain.

What to Eat

Kota Kinabalu is a culinary paradise, with a wide variety of food to choose from. Some of the must-try dishes include:

  • Nasi lemak: A fragrant rice dish cooked in coconut milk, often served with anchovies, peanuts, and cucumber.
  • Satay: Grilled meat skewers served with a peanut sauce.
  • Laksa: A spicy noodle soup with a coconut milk broth.
  • Roti canai: A flatbread served with curry.
  • Kuih-muih: Traditional Malay cakes and pastries.

Where to Go

There are many things to see and do in Kota Kinabalu, including:

  • Tunku Abdul Rahman National Park: A group of five islands with beautiful beaches and coral reefs.
  • Mount Kinabalu: The highest mountain in Southeast Asia.
  • Kota Kinabalu City Mosque: A beautiful mosque with a distinctive golden dome.
  • Sabah Museum: A museum dedicated to the history and culture of Sabah.
  • Mari Mari Cultural Village: A cultural village where you can learn about the different ethnic groups of Sabah.

FAQ

What is the best way to get from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

The best way to get from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu is by plane. The flight takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes.

How much does it cost to travel from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu?

The cost of traveling from Johor Bahru Senai International Airport to Kota Kinabalu will vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. However, you can expect to pay around MYR 300 for a plane ticket, MYR 150 for a bus ticket, and MYR 150 for a train ticket.

What is the best time to visit Kota Kinabalu?

The best time to visit Kota Kinabalu is during the dry season, which runs from April to October. During this time, the weather is generally sunny and dry, with little rain.

What are some of the must-try dishes in Kota Kinabalu?

Some of the must-try dishes in Kota Kinabalu include nasi lemak, satay, laksa, roti canai, and kuih-muih.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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