Location: Kota Bharu, Malaysia Currency: MYR RM Malaysian Ringgit
ATMs in Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) Locations & Hours
Here’s a complete list of ATMs located inside Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR), plus additional ATMs and banks near Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) for convenient cash withdrawals before or after your flight.
Maybank ATM — Public Concourse (Landside)
- Location: Public Concourse (commonly listed as Lot PC 02), inside the terminal landside (public area)
- Hours: During terminal operating hours (typically 06:00–00:00; may extend for late flights)
RHB Bank ATM — Terminal Public Area (Landside)
- Location: Inside the terminal landside (public area), commonly listed as “Kota Bharu Airport / Sultan Ismail Petra Airport”
- Hours: During terminal operating hours (typically 06:00–00:00; may extend for late flights)
Bank Islam ATM — Terminal Public Area (Landside)
- Location: Inside the terminal landside (public area), commonly listed as “Sultan Ismail Petra Airport, Pengkalan Chepa”
- Hours: 24 hours (listed as 24-hour ATM/CRM availability); access depends on whether the terminal is open
CIMB ATM — “Airport – Sultan Ismail Petra”
- Location: Inside the airport complex (commonly listed as Jalan Pengkalan Chepa / Airport area), typically in the public concourse zone
- Hours: During terminal operating hours (typically 06:00–00:00; may extend for late flights)
Bank Muamalat ATM/CDM — Ground Floor (Inside Terminal)
- Location: Ground floor inside the terminal building (ATM/CDM unit)
- Hours: During terminal operating hours (typically 06:00–00:00; may extend for late flights)
Maybank ATM — Pengkalan Chepa / Airport Road Area
- Location: Maybank ATM listings often show airport-area access via Pengkalan Chepa (near KBR); useful if the terminal ATM is unavailable
- Hours: Usually 24 hours (outdoor ATM), varies by exact site
Bank Islam ATM — Pengkalan Chepa Area
- Location: Bank Islam ATMs in/around Pengkalan Chepa (near KBR); good fallback for cash withdrawals after leaving the terminal
- Hours: Usually 24 hours (outdoor ATM), varies by exact site
CIMB ATM — Pengkalan Chepa Area (Off-Airport)
- Location: CIMB ATMs are listed around Pengkalan Chepa and Kota Bharu; use this option if airport ATMs are down or out of cash
- Hours: Usually 24 hours (outdoor ATM), varies by exact site
RHB Bank ATM — Kota Bharu City (Main Banking Streets)
- Location: RHB ATMs and branches in Kota Bharu proper (city center) are a reliable backup if you prefer a bank/branch area
- Hours: ATMs often 24 hours; branch hours vary
BSN (Bank Simpanan Nasional) ATM — Kota Bharu (City)
- Location: BSN ATMs in Kota Bharu city are a common local option if you need a government-bank ATM after leaving the airport
- Hours: ATMs often 24 hours; some sites follow mall/area hours
AmBank ATM — Kota Bharu (City)
- Location: AmBank ATMs in Kota Bharu city provide another network option if your card has better compatibility or limits with AmBank
- Hours: ATMs often 24 hours; some sites follow mall/area hours
Bank Rakyat ATM — Kota Bharu (City)
- Location: Bank Rakyat ATMs are commonly found across Kota Bharu; a useful backup if other networks are busy
- Hours: ATMs often 24 hours; branch hours vary
Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) ATMs Walkthrough & Map
Follow the step-by-step walkthrough below to find ATMs when arriving at Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR). For terminal maps and official airport info, visit Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) map/homepage.
Arrivals (KBR – Domestic Terminal)
- After landing, follow the airport signs for Arrivals and proceed along the passenger corridor toward the terminal exit flow.
- Go to Baggage Claim and collect your luggage.
- Follow the main flow out of the baggage reclaim area into the public Arrivals hall (landside).
- Once you reach the public hall, slow down and look for signage reading “ATM” or bank logos (common banks may include Maybank, Bank Islam, CIMB, RHB, and Bank Muamalat).
- Walk toward the public concourse area (the open public zone where you’ll also see exits to pick-up, taxi/ride-hailing, and general terminal services).
- If you see the main terminal exits or the kerbside pick-up lanes and still haven’t found an ATM, turn slightly back into the building and scan the concourse walls/columns near the arrivals flow—ATMs are typically placed where arriving passengers naturally slow down.
- Withdraw the cash you need before you head outside to taxis or pick-up (cash is still useful for some local transport, small purchases, and tips).
- If a machine is out of service or has a queue, try a different bank’s ATM in the same concourse area (different banks can have different availability and withdrawal limits).
Departures (If you prefer to withdraw before a flight)
- Enter the terminal and head toward the check-in hall / main public concourse.
- Before joining long check-in lines, scan the public area near airline counters, convenience retail, or service points for ATM signage and bank logos.
- Use the ATM first if you need cash for snacks, last-minute items, or transport on arrival at your next destination.
- After withdrawing, proceed to your airline’s counter / bag drop and continue with your normal departure flow.
Quick KBR Landmarks That Mean You’re Close
- If you’ve just exited Baggage Claim into the public hall, you’re in the right zone—this is the most common place for ATMs in compact Malaysian domestic terminals.
- If you can see taxi / pick-up doors and the outside kerb clearly, you may be a few steps past the easiest ATM area—turn back inside and scan the concourse.
- If you’re near the main check-in counters, you’re still in the public concourse; many airports place ATMs somewhere along this shared landside space.
Use the map below to find the nearest ATMs and banks near Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR), especially if you can’t use the ATMs inside the airport or prefer to withdraw cash outside the airport.
ATM Withdrawal Tips & Advice for Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)
- Plan withdrawals around KBR’s operating window: KBR is a compact domestic airport; if you arrive close to midnight, the terminal can become quiet quickly. Withdraw cash as soon as you enter the public Arrivals hall so you’re not searching after you’ve already exited.
- Try multiple bank ATMs in the same concourse: At KBR, different banks’ ATMs may sit in the same public zone. If one machine is out of cash, offline, or has a long queue, switching to another bank’s ATM can save time.
- Expect different limits by bank at the airport: Some Malaysian ATMs may enforce per-transaction limits that vary by bank. If you need more cash, it can be faster to do two smaller withdrawals (or use a different bank ATM) rather than repeatedly attempting a large single withdrawal.
- Look for an ATM/CDM combination unit if you need deposits or mixed services: KBR has at least one ATM/CDM-style machine listed on the terminal ground floor; these machines can be useful if you need more than a basic cash withdrawal.
- Watch for DCC prompts in tourist-facing places: If your card is issued outside Malaysia, the ATM may offer to charge you in your home currency. At the airport, choose to be charged in MYR when available to avoid unfavorable conversion rates.
- Have a near-airport backup in mind before you leave the kerb: Once you exit the terminal, your quickest fallback is usually an ATM in Pengkalan Chepa (airport area) before heading deeper into Kota Bharu city.
- Keep small notes for transport: Some local drivers and small vendors prefer cash; make one smaller withdrawal first so you have RM notes for quick payments.
FAQs – Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) ATMs
Are there ATMs inside Kota Bharu Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR)?
Yes. KBR has ATMs in the public (landside) terminal area, with multiple Malaysian bank brands commonly listed for airport access.
Where are the ATMs located at KBR?
In most cases they’re in the landside public concourse used by both arrivals and departures—look right after you exit baggage claim into the public hall and around the main public concourse near check-in/services.
Are KBR ATMs open 24 hours?
Some ATMs are listed as 24-hour machines, but practical access depends on whether the terminal doors are open. As a rule of thumb, you can reliably access airport ATMs during KBR’s operating hours.
What fees should I expect when withdrawing at KBR?
If you use an overseas card, you may see (1) a local ATM operator fee (shown on-screen before you confirm), and/or (2) fees from your home bank. If the ATM offers to bill you in your home currency, choose MYR when possible.
What currency do KBR ATMs dispense?
KBR ATMs dispense Malaysian Ringgit (MYR).
My first ATM declined my card—what should I do at KBR?
Try another bank’s ATM in the same concourse. Different banks can have different network routing, limits, or temporary downtime, especially around peak arrivals.
What if the airport ATMs are out of cash or offline?
Use the Google map section to navigate to ATMs in Pengkalan Chepa (airport area) or Kota Bharu city. If you’re taking a taxi or ride-hailing, it can be worth stopping at a nearby bank-area ATM before heading to your accommodation.
Does KBR have a money changer?
KBR is primarily domestic-focused, and money exchange options can be limited. If you need currency exchange, check the official airport info link and consider handling exchange in Kota Bharu city where there are more options.
Kota Bharu Airport Related Services
- BOOK an AIRPORT HOTEL in Kota Bharu or SLEEPING PODS
- RENT a CAR in Kota Bharu Airport or BOOK a PRIVATE TRANSFER
- STORE your LUGGAGE in Kota Bharu Airport or NEARBY
- BUY a LOCAL eSIM for Kota Bharu, Malaysia or a GLOBAL eSIM