Airports Near Bukit Mertajam
The closest airports to Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia: IATA codes, names and distances, each with a full airport guide covering terminals, lounges and transit.
The nearest airport to Bukit Mertajam, Malaysia is Butterworth Airport (BWH), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road. For long-haul flights, the main international gateway is Penang International Airport (PEN).
| Code | Airport | Distance | Transfer | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BWH | Butterworth AirportButterworth, Malaysia | 9 mi / 14 km | 29 min | Regional |
| PEN | Penang International AirportPenang, Malaysia | 14 mi / 22 km | 26 min | International |
| TPG | Taiping (Tekah) AirportTaiping, Malaysia | 39 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Regional |
| BTZ | Yala Betong International AirportYarom, Thailand | 55 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 39 min | International |
| AOR | Sultan Abdul Halim AirportAlor Satar, Malaysia | 57 mi / 92 km | 1 hr 43 min | Regional |
| IPH | Sultan Azlan Shah AirportIpoh, Malaysia | 70 mi / 112 km | 2 hr 5 min | Regional |
| PKG | Pulau Pangkor AirportPangkor Island, Malaysia | 78 mi / 125 km | 1 hr 48 min | Regional |
| SWY | Sitiawan AirportSitiawan, Malaysia | 81 mi / 130 km | 1 hr 53 min | Regional |
Distances are straight-line; transfer times are road estimates. "Type" flags major/international gateways.
Which airport is best?
For the shortest transfer, Butterworth Airport (BWH) is the most convenient at about 9 mi out. If you're flying internationally or want the widest choice of routes, Penang International Airport (PEN) (14 mi) is the bigger gateway — worth the extra distance for long-haul or cheaper fares.
Getting to and from the airport
Taxis and ride-hailing serve every airport here, and the larger ones usually add a rail, metro or bus link into Bukit Mertajam. Allow extra time in peak traffic. For exact routes, times and fares, open the airport guide — start with BWH.
Hotels near the airport
For early departures or late arrivals, a hotel near BWH saves a stressful morning transfer.
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Travel tips
Compare the total door-to-door time, not just the airfare — a cheaper flight into a distant airport can cost more once you add the transfer. Check whether your airport has a direct train or metro before defaulting to a taxi, and for international arrivals, confirm any visa or transit rules in advance.
Frequently asked questions
The nearest airport to Bukit Mertajam is Butterworth Airport (BWH), about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 29 min by road.