Malacca International Airport (WMKM)
Medium airport · Malacca, Melaka, Malaysia
Airport data
| Name | Malacca International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | WMKM |
| IATA | MKZ |
| Elevation | 35 ft (11 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 2°15'56" E 102°15'10" 2.26561, 102.25278 |
| Location | Malacca, Melaka, Malaysia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 7,005 ft (2135 m) | 148 ft | ASP | Yes |
Malacca International Airport at a glance
Malacca International Airport is a medium airport in Malacca, Melaka, Malaysia, known to airline systems as MKZ. The field elevation of 35 ft (11 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at WMKM are all figured from it. The airport handles scheduled commercial service, so expect controlled procedures, published approaches and commercial traffic in the pattern.
The single runway, 03/21, offers 7,005 ft (2135 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 03 points roughly 30° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for WMKM shows the current observation decoded line by line — wind on an instrument dial, visibility, cloud layers and the resulting flight rules — refreshed continuously from official sources.
Nearest airports to Malacca International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kuala Lumpur International Airport | WMKK | 81 km (44 NM) |
| Pinang Kampai Airport | WIBD | 117 km (63 NM) |
| Kluang Airport | WMAP | 120 km (65 NM) |
| Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport | WMSA | 124 km (67 NM) |
| Senai International Airport | WMKJ | 172 km (93 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Malacca International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 35 ft field elevation of Malacca International Airport can translate into a substantially higher density altitude, stretching take-off rolls and flattening climb rates — run the numbers rather than trusting the feel of a standard day. Expect published instrument procedures, controlled airspace and clearance requirements; slots and handling may apply to general aviation traffic.
This entry is one of 29 airports and airfields we list for Malaysia — the country index on the airports hub links the rest. Coordinates above are given in both DMS and decimal degrees so they can go straight into a GPS, a flight planner or a chart plot without conversion.
Where this data comes from
The reference layer behind this page builds on the OurAirports dataset — a public-domain, community-maintained register of the world's airports that many flight planners and apps rely on — with equity records preserved from documented historical listings where the dataset is silent. Figures are carried as published: elevations as surveyed, coordinates as filed, runway dimensions as recorded. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap, and the whole layer regenerates from source on every site build, so corrections upstream arrive here automatically.
Frequently asked questions about Malacca International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Malacca International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Malacca International Airport is WMKM, and its IATA code is MKZ. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Malacca International Airport above sea level?
Malacca International Airport sits at an elevation of 35 feet (11 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Malacca International Airport located?
The airport lies at 2.2656, 102.2528 — in Malacca, Melaka, Malaysia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is Kuala Lumpur International Airport, about 81 km away.
Does WMKM publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for WMKM appear on its live weather page on this site, refreshed continuously from the US NWS Aviation Weather Center feed.
How long is the runway at Malacca International Airport?
Malacca International Airport has one runway. The longest, 03/21, measures 7,005 ft (2135 m) with a ASP surface.