Popular Airport | Penang Intl. Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 1 hour 10 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 607 Km |
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Transportation to Airport from Singapore City Center
Singapore Changi Airport
Changi Airport has an important role in air traffic to Singapore. There are a variety of transportation options you can use to get to Changi Airport. Taxis are the most preferred option due to their convenience. Other methods of transportation you can use include buses, trains, and rental cars. The airport has large parking lots so using your personal car is also an option.
Taxi
You can find a taxi in every corner of the city and easily get to Changi Airport. Taxi fares are based on the kilometers traveled. One of the greatest advantages of taking a taxi is that they are very fast, not to mention an extremely convenient method of transportation.
Bus
Buses are another transportation alternative to get to the airport. You can get on a bus from the bus station in the city center or bus stops along the route to the airport. Buses are a more economical way to get to Changi Airport. The bus ride from the city center takes about 1 hour to get to the airport. Make sure to take that travel time into consideration when leaving the city.
Train
Taking a train from the city center to the airport is another affordable and convenient transportation alternative. You can get on a train from the train station in the city center or train stops along the route to the airport. However, there is no direct access to the airport by train. You have to switch lines at the Tanah Merah Station to access the airport.
Rental Cars
Another comfortable method of transportation to get to Changi Airport is by rental car. You can rent a car from rental car companies located in the city center and get easily get to the airport. You can drop off your vehicle at the Changi Airport vehicle return areas.
Airport Information
Changi Airport is the principal airport for Singapore and one of the biggest transportation hubs in Southeast Asia. Changi Airport serves domestic flights and international flights. Changi Airport, which has an important role in air traffic to Singapore, consists of 3 passenger terminals.
The airport features services and amenities that you can use before your flight or after you land. In addition to featuring such amenities as a cinema, swimming pool, and flower garden, Changi Airport also contains a baby care room, business center, children’s play areas, a pharmacy, health center, beauty and spa center, internet, lost and found, lounges, conference rooms, prayer room, postal services, smoking areas and much more.
In addition to these amenities and services, Changi Airport has a wide range of eating and drinking venues and stores where you can go shopping. Stores where you can go shopping include Adidas, Wellness Oasis, Avenue Kids, Bvlgari, Bally, Bata, Bee Cheng Hiang, Bengawan Solo, Better Vision, Billabong, Bonia, Bottega Veneta and Bratpack.
Venues where you can get something to eat or drink include 24Hr Food Gallery, 4 Finger Crispy Chicken, Artisan Boulangeri Co, Ananda Bhavan Restaurant, Burger King, Bricco Cafe, Carlsberg Sports Bar, Chutney Mary, Central Thai, Curry Times, Delifrance, Dian Xiao Er, Fish & Co, Galeteria Italia, Dunkin Donuts, Hari’s Pub, Hard Rock Coffee and more.
Seletar Airport
To get to Seletar Airport from the city center you can use a taxi, bus, or rental car. You also have the option of driving there with your personal car. The airport is located in the Seletar region and operates as a general aviation airport.
Taxi
The fastest and easiest method of transportation to get to Seletar Airport is by taxi. You can find a taxi in most parts of the city and get to Seletar Airport in a short amount of time. The total trip to the airport by taxi can vary according to the traffic.
Bus
You can easily get to Seletar Airport by taking a bus from the city center. Buses are a more economical transportation alternative. Taking the bus to the airport is also quite convenient. Buses are accessible from many different places in the city center.
Rental Car
Renting a car in the city is another way to get to Seletar Airport. There are various rental car companies located in the city center. Renting a car is a comfortable transportation alternative to get to the airport.
Airport Information
Seletar Airport was built in 1929 and operated as a military base. Today Seletar Airport is managed by the Changi Airport Group and serves as a general aviation airport. Almost all of the flights the airport operates are for charter flights and training purposes.
Transportation to Penang City Center from Airport
Penang Intl. Airport
Once you arrive at Penang International Airport, you can reach the city center, which is 16 kilometers away, by buses providing transportation service at reasonable prices as well as you can take advantage of the taxi or car rental options. If you want to take a taxi to reach the city center, make sure that the taximeter is turned on, or you should negotiate with the driver on taxi fare before moving on. Otherwise, taxi drivers may claim higher fares than usual.
The buses that may also offer free wireless internet connection is much more affordable than taxis. If you wish, you can continue your journey with alternative transfer options after arriving at George Town or other areas by bus.
Apart from taxi and bus, you can also take advantage of car rental option as another alternative for transportation from Penang Airport. You can choose from many international car rental companies and pick up your car at the airport. Then you can go on your journey from Penang Airport to the city center following the "city center" signs on the road. Alternatively, you can also rent a motorbike. Please keep in mind that you can leave the motorbike you have rented in the city center without having to return to the airport.
Bus
The bus ride is one of the best and economical alternatives to get to the city center from Penang International Airport. It is possible to reach many places such as Victoria Street in George Town by buses departing every 30 minutes. Buses 401, 401E and 401A heading to Komtar and Jetty also depart from the airport every 30 minutes. If you get on bus 401, you can also reach the bus terminal where you can take a bus to many places in Penang. Bus fare for a single passenger is usually around 3 Malaysian Ringgit. Bus fares are generally standard and do not change depending on vehicles. The bus services at Penang Airport start early in the morning and run until 10 pm. Those who would like to get to the city center from Penang Airport after that time should afford to take a taxi and to pay higher fees. You can get the Rapid Penang Tourist Passport, the weekly bus ticket you can use during the week, by paying 20 Malaysian Ringgit.
Taxi
You need to be especially careful when taking a taxi at Penang International Airport. Some taxi drivers may fool foreign tourists and demand higher fares than usual. You can prefer the airport licensed taxis or offer a pre-determined fare to avoid such a risk. The taxi ride from Penang Airport to the city center approximately costs 40 Malaysian Ringgit. If you are asked for an amount higher than this, you can bargain with the driver for a decent fare or take another taxi.
Motorbike
Renting a motorbike at the airport is also among the affordable transportation alternatives frequently preferred in the area. Motorbike rental fee is around 25 Malaysian Ringgit for 24 hours. You may also be asked to leave a 200-Ringgit deposit when renting a motorbike. Please keep in mind that you can deliver the motorbike you have rented at the airport later at the rental offices located on Penang Road or Chulia Street in the city center.
Ferry
It is possible to travel around Penang Island and between the places like Weld Quay and Butterworth by ferry after arriving at the city center from the airport. With its train station and bus terminal, Butterworth is also an important transfer point for those who want to travel to nearby cities. The ferry fare is around 1.20 Malaysian Ringgit. This is usually the fixed price and it doesn't change depending on the hours and days.
Rent a car
You can rent a car from the most preferred international car rental companies such as Europcar, AVIS, Alamo, Easycar, Dollar, Budget, and Thrifty at Penang International Airport. If you want to rent a car from AVIS, you can book your car on the internet in advance or call +60 04 643 9633 to make a reservation. You can contact Europcar at +60 13 399 8818 for 24-hour assistance and also book your car in advance. Car rental option also offers a great opportunity for visitors who would like to see the natural and historical beauties of Penang. Once you pick up your car at Penang International Airport, you can deliver the car at one of the rental offices in the city, or leave it at the offices in the airport terminal building if you return to the airport. The offices of AVIS and other car rental companies at Penang International Airport usually provide service between 8 am and 9 pm.
