Penang International Airport (WMKP)
Large airport · Penang, Penang, Malaysia
Airport data
| Name | Penang International Airport |
|---|---|
| ICAO | WMKP |
| IATA | PEN |
| Elevation | 11 ft (3 m) above mean sea level |
| Coordinates | N 5°17'47" E 100°16'34" 5.29630, 100.27618 |
| Location | Penang, Penang, Malaysia |
| Scheduled service | Yes |
Runways
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 10,997 ft (3352 m) | 150 ft | ASP | Yes |
Penang International Airport at a glance
Penang International Airport is a large airport in Penang, Penang, Malaysia, known to airline systems as PEN. The field elevation of 11 ft (3 m) is the number every arriving pilot dials against QNH — circuit heights and initial approach altitudes at WMKP 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, 04/22, offers 10,997 ft (3352 m) of asp surface, with runway lighting for night operations. Runway numbers give magnetic orientation: runway 04 points roughly 40° magnetic.
For the weather side of planning, the live METAR and TAF page for WMKP 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 Penang International Airport
Distances are great-circle, measured from the field reference point — planning distances along airways or roads will run longer.
| Airport | Code | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| RMAF Butterworth Air Base | WMKB | 23 km (12 NM) |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport | WMKA | 100 km (54 NM) |
| Betong International Airport | VTSY | 111 km (60 NM) |
| Sultan Azlan Shah Airport | WMKI | 121 km (65 NM) |
| Langkawi International Airport | WMKL | 130 km (70 NM) |
Flight-planning notes for Penang International Airport
Density altitude is the quiet performance-killer at any field: on a hot day the 11 ft field elevation of Penang 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 Penang International Airport
What is the ICAO code of Penang International Airport?
The ICAO identifier of Penang International Airport is WMKP, and its IATA code is PEN. The ICAO code is the one used in flight plans, METAR reports and aeronautical charts.
How high is Penang International Airport above sea level?
Penang International Airport sits at an elevation of 11 feet (3 metres) above mean sea level. Field elevation is the reference for pattern altitudes and for setting the altimeter on the ground.
Where exactly is Penang International Airport located?
The airport lies at 5.2963, 100.2762 — in Penang, Penang, Malaysia, in the northern hemisphere. The closest listed field is RMAF Butterworth Air Base, about 23 km away.
Does WMKP publish METAR weather reports?
Where the station reports, the current METAR and TAF for WMKP 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 Penang International Airport?
Penang International Airport has one runway. The longest, 04/22, measures 10,997 ft (3352 m) with a ASP surface.