1. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)
Services and Facilities
- The airport can be called a destination within itself as it hosts a range of lounges, restaurants, hotels and duty-free stores that sell a variety of products from chocolate to liquor and ornaments.
- There are ten entry gates at the five-storey main terminal.
- There are several ATMs located within the airport.
- Branches of banks like CIMB and Maybank are also located in the main terminal building.
- Currency exchange kiosks and centres are also visibly present in this part of the airport.
Airport Limousine: For those who prefer a luxurious journey, this would be the best options. The system works with coupons. Passengers can obtain a coupon from the booth at the entrance and hand it over to a driver, who will drive as far as the central city. The fare is around RM100.
KLIA Ekspress: This is the most convenient and fastest way to travel from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. It operates with intervals of 15 minutes and takes about half an hour to reach the city. A round trip will cost around RM100.
Bus Service: There is also a bus operating between KLIA Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. One trip will cost RM6.5.
Car Rentals: Many car rental operators offer exclusive deals on various trips. Rates drop when a car is rented for a comparatively longer time. This is a convenient option for those who wish to go around the city without any restrictions on time.
Airlines Operating to and from KLIA: Air Berlin, Air Madagascar, Air Seychelles, Darwin Airlines, Alitalia Airlines, Australian Airlines, Biman Bangladesh, Air Canada, Air France, Batik Air, British Airways, Emirates, China Airlines, Eva Air
Location of the Airport: KL International Airport (KLIA) 64000 KLIA, Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan
Distance from important Points:
City Centre- 55 KM
Selangor- 46.5 KM
Semenyik- 40.8 KM
2. Melaka International Airport
Services and Facilities
Major facilities found in this airport include free WiFi, restaurants, conference rooms, cafés, gift shops, taxi services, event centre, wheelchair service, duty-free outlets and staff assistance. It is also one of the only seven airports in Malaysia that provides e-Visa services to Chinese nationals from 2016.
Transportation from the Airport
There are free shuttle buses available to and from the airport. Besides, there is a proper taxi/cab service with both significant and local cab services operating to and from the airport. This is the most convenient way for the passengers new to the city.
Airlines Operating to and from the airport: Wings Air, Sky Aviation, Firefly
Location of the Airport: Lapangan Terbang Melaka, 75350 Melaka
Distance from important points:
Malacca Town- 9 KM
Kuala Lumpur- 149 KM
3. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport
Services and Facilities
- The airport has similar facilities as other airports in Malaysia such as a diaper changing room and a nursery, in addition to various ATMs, as well.
- There are many rental and food outlets along with several foreign exchange centres.
- Wheelchair facility, locker facility and security check are other services offered in the airport.
- Parking is provided at the SkyPark terminal.
Taxi: There is a taxi booth on the ground floor of Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, so passengers can walk to the booth and avail pre-paid taxi services.
Bus: Both transit and airport shuttle bus services are available. The bus service is open from 6:00 AM till midnight and travels as far as Kuala Lumpur City Centre. The airport shuttle bus operates between Subang Airport and KLIA Terminal 1 and Terminal 2. The one side journey takes one hour.
Airlines Operating to and from the airport: Firefly, Raya Airways, Berjaya Air, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Air, Citilink
Location of the airport: Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, 47200 Subang, Selangor Darul Ehsan
Distance from important points:
Kuala Lumpur- 60 KM
Selangor- 17 KM
4. Penang International Airport
Considered to be the third busiest airport of Malaysia, Penang International Airport is located 16 KM south of Georgetown. It serves a large region by providing links with major cities in Southeast Asia and beyond. In 2017, about 7 million visitors used this airport. It serves western Malaysia and has fast baggage check-in system when compared to the other airports. The premises are medium-sized but has increased in size after the government approved an expansion programme. There are several transport options for passengers arriving here.
Services and Facilities
The charging station, baby care room, Muslim prayer room, children’s playground, washrooms, clinic and smoking lounge are the services offered in the airport. Besides, there is free WiFi facility for the passengers. Duty-free outlets and restaurants are also available.
Transportation from the Airport
Taxi: Passengers can go to the taxi booth to buy a voucher from the assistant. The taxi drivers clearly ask for the address and then take the passenger to their destination. The fares are calculated based on the number of kilometres. This is also one of the airports in Malaysia with language translators for those who don't understand the language.
Bus Service: The airport has three bus routes that take passengers to the capital city. The bus ticket counter is on the ground floor. It is easy to find the counter as there are signs throughout the airport. However, as the buses stop at a large number of points in the journey, bus travel takes longer.
Airlines operating to and from the airport: Air China, Air Mauritius, Air New Zealand, Air Asia, American Airlines, Batik Air, Malindo Air, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Firefly, Citilink, Emirates, Etihad, Finn Air, Garuda Indonesia, Japan Airlines, Oman Air, Qatar Airways, Royal Brunei, Singapore Airlines, SriLankan Airlines, Swiss, Thai AirAsia, Turkish Airlines
Location: Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Bayan Lepas, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
Distance from important points:
Georgetown: 18 KM
Queensbay Mall- 10 KM
Komtar- 23.4 KM
Bukit Mertajam- 30.6 KM
5. Kuching International Airport
Services and Facilities
The airport offers many amenities for the comfort of passengers. These include a baby care room, public concourse, Muslim prayer hall, charging station, lounges and shops that sell duty-free items. It also has luggage storing facility, free WiFi and armrest-free seats.
Transportation
Bus: Although bus services are available to and from the airport, they can be used only when the customer is carrying light-weight luggage and is travelling on a string-tight budget. A short walk is required from the exit gate to reach the bus station.
Taxi: Taxis are easily available on the ground floor. Go to the counter and pay for the ride. On receiving the taxi coupon, give it to the cab driver to drop you at the desired destination. Taking a taxi is a convenient option for those not familiar with the area.
Car Rentals: Several car rental companies in the airport offer services at varying prices. Some of these operators include Hornbill Tour, Hurtz and Kuching Holiday.
Location: 900A, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak
Airlines operating to and from the airport: Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Malindo Air, MasWings
Distance from important points:
Sarawak- 8.5 KM
Unimas- 14 KM
City Centre- 7.4 KM
6. Kota Kinabalu International Airport
Services and Facilities
Terminal 1 features washrooms, luggage lockers, duty-free shops, restaurants, lounges and travel agents. Terminal 2 has a VIP room. Police station, currency exchanges, nursery, diaper changing room, prayer rooms, security system, flight information display system and travel services are also offered in this airport.
Transportation
Bus: There is an airport bus serving between KKIA Terminal 1, KKIA Terminal 2 and the city centre. This is a cheaper option for passengers when compared to taxi services. It takes about 20 to 40 minutes to reach the city, depending on the traffic on the road.
Taxi: Taxi counters are located inside the airport near the exit balconies. The fare is charged based on the distance. This is a pre-paid taxi service.
Location:Kota Kinabalu International Airport Beg Berkunci No 134, Aras 5, Bangunan Terminal, 88740 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
Airlines operating to and from the airport: Asiana, Cathay Pacific, Dragonair, Korean Air, Far eastern Air Transport, Malaysia Airlines, Singapore Airlines, Royal Brunei, Silk Air, TransAsia Air, Sabah Air, AirAsia
Distance from important points:
Kinabalu- 8 KM
City Centre- 5 KM
7. Langkawi International Airport
Services and Facilities
The airport is equipped with amenities for those who need special assistance. A free WiFi connection is available throughout the airport. A baby care room, Muslim prayer hall and charging stations are located in the airport. It also has shops, dining centres, luggage wrapping services and resort & spa.
Transportation
Taxi: Several taxis operate from the airport. The fare is based on the distance of travel. It runs through a coupon system which can be bought in the taxi booths located near Door 4 of the terminal building.
Rental Services: Rental services are located outside the arrival hall. Several tours and travel agencies operate from the airport to locations across the region.
Airlines operating to and from the airport: Malindo Air, AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, FireFly, British Airways, Qatar Airways
Location: Langkawi International Airport 07100 Padang Mat Sirat, Pulau Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman
Distance from important points:
Pantai Chenang- 11 KM
Kuah- 15 LM
Domestic Airports in Malaysia
Here is a list of important domestic airports in Malaysia:| Name of the Airport | Location (State) | Airport Code |
| Bakalalan Airport | Sarawak | BKM |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport | Kedah | AOR |
| Bintulu Port Airport | Sarawak | BTU |
| Jendarata Airport | Perak | WMAJ |
| Long Pasia Airport | Sabah | GSA |
| Mulu Airport | Sarawak | MZV |
| Klung Airport | Johor | WMAP |
| Mersing AirportSandakan Airport | Johor | WMAU |
| Sematan Airport | Sarawak | BSE |
| Sibu Airport | Sarawak | SBW |
| Semporna Airport | Sabah | SMM |
| Tiping Airport | Perak | TPG |
| Tioman Airport | Pahang | TOD |
| Kapit Airport | Sarawak | KPI |
| Belaga Airport | Sarawak | BLG |
Airports in Malaysia are considered a destination in themselves. They offer everything that a comfortable journey needs. So why wait longer? Pack your bags now and fly to Malaysia!
