List of 8 Domestic & International Airports in Malaysia

Malaysia is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world. There are several picturesque spots starting, from islands to beaches and scenic towns, for people to explore. This country hosts some of the most stunning airports, which are enriched with facilities to assist its passengers.

Read along through this article to learn about the list of airports in Malaysia and other details related to it.

Mentioned below is the list of some of the major airports in Malaysia:

Note: The services and other factors keep changing frequently. So, please verify all information before planning your trip.

1. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), Selangor

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is the largest, busiest and most eminent airport in Malaysia, established in 1993. It is spread across an area of 100 square kilometres. This airport falls under the category of the top 5 best airports in the world, being the 23rd-busiest airport in the world.

• Address: KL International Airport (KLIA) 64000 KLIA, Sepang, Selangor Darul Ehsan
• ICAO: WMKK
• IATA Code: KUL
• Category: International Airport
• Number of Terminals: The Kuala Lumpur International Airport has 2 terminals, KLIA 1 or the KLIA Main, KLIA 2.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Currency exchange centres
  • Medical services
  • Lounges
  • Restaurants
  • Duty-free stores
  • Baby care rooms
  • Prayer rooms
  • Smoking areas

2. Melaka International Airport (MKZ), Melaka

Melaka Airport is an airport with a grandeur infrastructure. The airport receives a minimum of 1.5 million passengers every year. Built in 1952, it serves the state of Malacca and northern Johor. The airport is currently expecting a runway expansion.

• Address: Lapangan Terbang Melaka, 75350 Melaka
• ICAO: WMKM
• IATA Code: MKZ
• Category: International Airport
• Number of Terminals: The Melaka Airport has a single terminal for both domestic and international passengers.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Postal services
  • Wheelchair service
  • Currency exchange centres
  • E-Visa facility for nationals from China
  • Restaurants and cafes
  • Conference rooms
  • Shopping outlets
  • Baby care rooms
  • Prayer rooms
  • Smoking areas

3. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), Selangor

The Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, which is also known as the Subang Airport, was built in 1965. Located only 16 km from the Kuala Lumpur City Hall, this airport is awaiting Skypark Terminal 3 transformation plan.

• Address: Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, 47200 Subang, Selangor Darul Ehsan
• ICAO: WMSA
• IATA Code: SZB
• Category: International Airport
• Number of Terminals Available: NA
  • Services and Amenities Available:
  • Telephone booths
  • Foreign exchange centres
  • Wheelchair service
  • Special services for the disabled
  • Restaurants and cafes
  • Shopping outlets and
  • Lounge services
  • Baby care room
  • Prayer rooms
  • Smoking areas

4. Penang International Airport (PEN), Penang

Penang International Airport falls under the category of the busiest airport in Malaysia. This airport was constructed in 1935, aiming to accommodate 6.5 million passengers annually.

• Address: Lapangan Terbang Antarabangsa Bayan Lepas, 11900 Bayan Lepas, Penang, Malaysia
• ICAO: WMPK
• IATA Code: PEN
• Category: International Airport
• Number of Terminals: There are 3 terminals in the Penang International Airport. Passenger Terminal, which consists of two floors, namely Level 1 and Level 2, for arrivals and departures, respectively. Cargo Terminal 1 and Cargo Terminal 2.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Medical stores
  • Currency exchange centres
  • Mobile charging zones
  • Lounges
  • Restaurants
  • Duty-free shopping outlets
  • Baby care room
  • Play area for children
  • Massage chairs
  • Prayer room
  • Smoking zones

5. Kuching International Airport (KCH), Sarawak

The Kuching Airport is one of Malaysia's fastest-growing airports. It has the capacity to accommodate around 5 million passengers every year. It ranks at number 4 on the list of the busiest airports in Malaysia.

There have been changes made to its design which has given the airport a touch of modern-day architectural design.

• Address: 900A, 93250 Kuching, Sarawak
• ICAO: WBGG
• IATA Code: KCH
• Category: International Airport
• Number of Terminals: The Kuching Airport has 1 terminal divided into right and left sections for International and Domestic passengers, respectively.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Special services for the disabled
  • Currency exchange centres
  • VIP lounge services
  • Business centres
  • Conference halls and meeting rooms
  • Restaurants
  • Cafes
  • Bookshop
  • Duty-free shopping outlets
  • Prayer room
  • Smoking areas
  • Lost and found services

6. Kota Kinabalu International Airport, Sabah

The Kota Kinabalu International Airport is the second busiest airport in Malaysia after the Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The airport had undergone reconstruction and was expanded in terms of the runway, which increased from 2988 metres to 3780 metres.

• Address: Kota Kinabalu International Airport Beg Berkunci No 134, Aras 5, Bangunan Terminal, 88740 Kota Kinabalu, Sabah
• ICAO: WBKK
• IATA Code: BKI
• Category: International Airport
• Number of Terminals: The Kota Kinabalu International Airport has 2 terminals. Terminal 1 serves as the main terminal and consists of 64 check-in counters for both domestic and international flights. Terminal 2 consists of the check-in counters.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Lost and Found centres
  • Centres for currency exchange
  • Lounge services
  • Restaurant
  • Outlets to shop
  • Prayer rooms
  • Baby care rooms
  • Nursery
  • Smoking areas

7. Langkawi International Airport (LGK), Kedah

The Langkawi Airport is different from the rest as it is also an aerospace exhibit centre. This airport is built over a 23000 square metre area and has the capacity of accommodating more than 20 lakh annual passengers.

• Address: Langkawi International Airport 07100 Padang Mat Sirat, Pulau Langkawi Kedah Darul Aman
• ICAO: WMKL
• IATA Code: LGK 
• Category: International Airport
• Number of Terminals: There is 1 terminal present in the Langkawi airport for the arrival and departure of flights.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Charging stations
  • Lost and found centre
  • Special services for those with special needs
  • Lounges
  • Restaurants and cafes
  • Shopping outlets

8. Sibu Airport (SBW), Sarawak

The Sibu Airport is the 11th most busy airport in Malaysia, with an accommodation strength of more than 15 lakh passengers. The airport has a runway of 2745 metres and remains moderately busy on a regular average.

• Address: Lapangan Terbang Sibu, Jalan Sibu Airport, Sibu, Sarawak, Malaysia, 96000
• ICAO: WBGS
• IATA Code: SBW
• Category: Domestic Airport
• Number of Terminals: There is 1 terminal present at the Sibu Airport, which ranks as the second largest terminal after the Sewarak Airport terminal.
• Services and Amenities Available:
  • Wheelchair services
  • Services for those with special needs
  • Lounge facility
  • Restaurants
  • Shopping outlets
  • Conference rooms and meeting centres