Penang International Airport, 20km off Georgetown town, is a medium-sized airport equipped with all international facilities. Previously known as Bayan Lepas International Airport, it is located in the Bayan Lepas region of Penang Island, and served by several national and international airlines. The terminal is split into two sections, which are the domestic and international stations. The airport handled more than 3 million visitors in 2007.
Flights
Flights are available from Penang for all major airports in Malaysia. Flights also operate for several international destinations including Hong Kong, Bangkok and Singapore.
Facilities
Facilities at the airport include restaurant, cafes, bank, post office, bars, VIP lounge, foreign exchange office and car rental. Several duty free shops and cafes are available at the airport. Tourists can seek assistance at the help desk earmarked for them. You can rent a taxi for your hotel from the airport. The rental depends on the zone you are heading to. Pay the rental in advance at the airport counter. Take the voucher and board a taxi. Hand over the voucher to the driver after reaching your destination. Bus service is also available from airport to any part of Penang.
Address and Codes Malaysia Airport
Sdn Bhd, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Malaysia
Tel: +60 (0)4 643 4411
Fax: +60 (0)4 643 5339
Codes of Penang Airport are IATA: PEN and ICAO: WMKP.
Penang International Airport, 20km off Georgetown town, is a medium-sized airport equipped with all international facilities. Previously known as Bayan Lepas International Airport, it is located in the Bayan Lepas region of Penang Island, and served by several national and international airlines. The terminal is split into two sections, which are the domestic and international stations. The airport handled more than 3 million visitors in 2007.