Sultan Ismail Petra Airport
Airport Airport
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport serves Kota Bharu in Kelantan, Malaysia. It is a regional airport with a single passenger terminal handling domestic flights and some regional international connections.
Getting to and From Sultan Ismail Petra Airport #
The airport is a short drive from Kota Bharu city centre; travel time by road is typically 10-30 minutes depending on traffic and exact destination.
- Taxi / ride‑hailing: Taxis and app‑based ride services operate to and from the terminal.
- Local buses / shuttles: Limited; check local operators for schedules.
- Car hire / driving: Convenient for onward travel; parking is generally available.
Facilities, Shopping, and Dining at Sultan Ismail Petra Airport #
Facilities include a compact terminal with check‑in, some eateries and shops, and basic passenger services. Larger lounges and extensive retail are not typical at this regional airport.
Weather & Climate near Sultan Ismail Petra Airport #
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport's climate is classified as Tropical Rainforest - Tropical Rainforest climate with consistently warm temperatures year-round. Temperatures range from 23°C to 32°C. Heavy rainfall (2557 mm/year), wettest in November with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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February
February is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 23°C). Moderate rainfall (51 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is hot, feeling like 30°C with oppressive humidity. Significant rainfall (102 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is hot, feeling like 32°C with oppressive humidity. Regular rainfall (92 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is the hottest month, feeling like 32°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (116 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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June
June is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (126 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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July
July is hot, feeling like 31°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (158 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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August
August is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (169 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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September
September is hot, feeling like 30°C due to high humidity. Significant rainfall (196 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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October
October is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (243 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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November
November is warm with stifling humidity (dew point 24°C). The wettest month with heavy rain (603 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
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December
December is warm with muggy conditions (dew point 24°C). Heavy rain (585 mm) and mostly overcast skies.
