Penang Airport Public Transport

Penang Airport Public Transport

Passengers traveling to or from Penang International Airport have several transportation options available. In addition to taxis, there are three bus routes that provide convenient access to and from the capital city. The Rapid Penang bus services have a dedicated counter on the ground level of the arrivals hall, where passengers can purchase tickets for bus line U401 at a cost of approximately RM2.00 - RM3.00.

The airport is served by Rapid Penang Bus routes 102, 401, and 401E, which have stops directly at the terminal building. Rapid Penang Route 102, relaunched on March 15, 2010, connects the airport to the popular beach area of Batu Ferringhi. This bus route makes several stops along the way until it reaches KOMTAR, a central hub in George Town. From there, it's just a 5 to 10-minute walk to hotels like the Tune Hotel. However, due to the multiple stops, the service can be slower compared to other modes of transport.

Airport taxis, identifiable by their white color, operate on a prepaid coupon system. Passengers are advised to purchase a coupon at the taxi counters located in the arrivals hall before proceeding to the taxi stands. The taxi driver will issue a counterfoil to confirm the transaction once the passenger has been safely transported to their destination. This system provides reassurance to foreign travelers, eliminating concerns about negotiating the correct fare due to language barriers.

It's important to note that city taxis are not permitted to pick up passengers at the airport. The taxi fare is determined by the destination and divided into seven different zones. For example, Zone 1 costs around RM14, Zone 2 is approximately RM22, and Zone 5 (George Town) is about RM38. Between 12:00 am and 6:00 am, a 50% surcharge is applied to taxi services regardless of the destination.

For passengers arriving from various locations on the mainland, there are direct taxi services available between Penang Sentral and Penang International Airport, providing convenient transportation options.

The proposed Penang Airport LRT Station will connect the Airport from Komtar Transportation Hub. It is located outside the terminal building of the Penang International Airport. The proposed Penang Airport LRT Station is expected to complete and start operation on a later date.