Live Penang International Airport Departures (PEN)

Flight Departures at Penang International Airport

Penang Airport is located in northern Malaysia, 16km south of the city center. It is Malaysia's third busiest landing field, knowing that it is one of the focus cities of the Malaysian low-cost carriers AirAsia and Firefly.

Departing guests can easily travel without worrying about transportation going to the airport. However, they are advised to be at the airport one to two hours before their flight schedule to avoid unnecessary hassles.

Rental Car Service at Penang Airport

Penang Airport offers several rental car services inside the airport.

Upon returning a rented car to the facility, renters are advised to follow the directional signages upon arriving at the airport. Keep driving until you are at the designated parking of your rental car agency.

Once you arrive, check the car with the agency's rental agent to ensure that the vehicle is in the same condition from the day you rented it out. After reviewing the car and signing the proper document, you may proceed to the departure area. See and compare all rental car companies at Penang International Airport.

Suppose you return your rental car before or after the agency's office hours. You may drop the rental car key on the Rental Car's agency counter and proceed to the departures area.

Taxi Services at Penang Airport

You can ride a taxi to Penang Airport. Taxi meters at Penang, Malaysia, begin at RM 6.00, and you will be charged RM 2.00 per kilometer. Usually, you travel from George Town, the capital city of Penang, to Penang International Airport. In that case, it will cost you about RM 35.00.

Travelers can ask their hotel's front desk to book them their trusted taxi company before leaving for the airport.

For more information, visit our Taxi Page.

Train Services at Penang Airport

Trains are one of the fastest travel methods, especially for long distances and inter-city travel. Some countries use high-speed trains since it saves travel time and reduces traffic congestion.

Penang Airport, however, is not accessible by train. Penang has a railways station located at Butterworth, Penang called the Butterworth railway station.

The railway station is about 26km, a 25-minute drive to Penang Airport via the fastest route, with toll fees.

Therefore, we do not recommend this transportation for departing guests catching flights at Penang Airport.

For more information, visit our Trains Page.

Bus Services at Penang Airport

Buses are the cheapest and one of the most frequently used modes of transportation anywhere.

Outbound travelers may take a bus ride to Penang Airport; however, travel time and luggage must be considered when taking this transfer service.

At Penang International Airport city bus has been serving passengers. Buses can only drop them off at designated stops at the airport's ground transportation center.

For more information, visit our Bus Page.

Hotel Shuttle Services at Penang Airport

Hotel shuttles can drop off guests at Penang Airport's ground transportation area. Tourists can avail of hotel shuttle services upon booking their accommodation, or they may arrange for a shuttle service at their hotel accommodation before their departure.

Usually, hotels provide or offer shuttle services to their guests. However, fees may apply depending on the hotel and your destination.

For more information, visit our Hotel Page.

Rideshare Services at Penang Airport

Rideshare transfer is one of the most convenient and accessible types of transfer service. With just a few clicks on your rideshare apps, you'll have a car ready to pick you up in 3-5 minutes after your request.

Grab is the rideshare service used in Penang. You can book your Grab taxis anywhere as long as you have your app. They can pick you up and drop you off alongside regular passengers and taxis at the airport.

This app can be downloaded on your smartphone. Once downloaded, create an account, and enter the information asked in the app to register. Once done, you can request or book your ride.

In booking a ride, specify your exact location and your destination to ensure that your driver arrives at the precise place.

For more information, visit our Transfer Page.

Parking Services at Penang Airport

Locals can bring and park their cars at Penang Airport if they are planning to leave their vehicles for several hours or days to travel locally or internationally.

Public Parking and Valet Parking are two parking options offered at the airport.

Public parking is an open car park with 600 parking bays for customer convenience. This Parking option costs RM 2.00 for the first 12 hours and RM 24.00 daily.

A Valet Parking facility is also available for customers. It is entirely guarded by 24-hour security surveillance cameras. It costs RM 10.00 for the first hour, an additional RM 5.00 for the following hours, and RM 70.00 per day.

For more information, visit our Parking Page.

Other Services at Penang Airport

Several amenities are available at Penang Airport. From WiFi to Showers, Lounges, Mobile Charging Stations, ATMs, Restaurants, and Cafes.

Penang International Airport offers special assistance to its disabled guests. All of their terminals offer ramps and elevators, restrooms, telephones, and numerous other facilities and services that are easily accessible.

WiFi at Penang Airport

Outbound guests waiting for their flight can stay virtually connected at the airport.

Turn on your WiFi, then Select Airport@WiFi. If you need more information or assistance, you can approach any of the Airport CARE Ambassadors at the Information Counters.

Information Desk at Penang Airport

Outbound guests needing assistance can directly approach friendly staff at Penang Airport. They are usually stationed at the Information Desk and Tourist Booth located on the first level of the airport near the Arrivals Hall.

Smoking at Penang Airport

Smoking in Penang Airport is only allowed inside the smoking lounge, located in the International and Domestic Departures area.

Lost and Found Section at Penang Airport

Lost items or baggage are taken to the Lost and Found Center. Feel free to contact the airline you are traveling with for items misplaced on board the aircraft.

You may refer to Security Operations Center for assistance with items lost at the terminal. Lost items that are turned in will be kept for 30 days before being disposed of when uncollected.

You may contact them at this number: 04-252 0278.

Restrooms at Penang Airport

Penang Airport has many toilets, and some are located on level 2 of its building. There are showers available if you need to shower. However, remember to bring your towel and toiletries.

Nursing Mother Stations at Penang Airport

Mothers can now comfortably breastfeed their infants at Penang Airport because it has dedicated Nursing Rooms or Baby Care Rooms.

You will find the Baby Care Room at the airport's level 2, Public Concourse, behind McDonald's Restaurant.

ATMs at Penang Airport

Some ATMs are stationed inside Penang Airport Departure Area, where outbound guests can withdraw cash anytime.

Currency Exchange at Penang Airport

Outbound travelers may have their local currencies exchanged at Penang Airport. Currency exchange counters are located on the second floor of the airport's departure hall.

Food and Beverages at Penang Airport

Departing guests may grab some food and fill their gastronomical cravings at any food hub inside Penang Airport.

There are several Restaurants and Cafes where guests can spend some time sitting while waiting for their flight.

Shopping at Penang Airport

Retail shops are available inside Penang Airport's terminal for departing guests looking for a gift or souvenir items to purchase.

Pet Relief at Penang Airport

Pet relief areas are unavailable at Penang Airport, as pets or service animals are not allowed inside the terminal.

Departing guests with traveling pets must contact their airline for information regarding the onboard animal policy.

Ticketing Service at Penang Airport

Several airline offices inside Penang Airport offer ticketing services for every departing passenger.

Ticketing counters are conveniently located near the check-in counters.