Airport
Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR)
Sultan Abdul Halim Airport is the main gateway to Alor Setar and the surrounding Kedah and Perlis region in northern Malaysia. Compare transfer options to Alor Setar city centre, the Kuala Kedah and Kuala Perlis ferry points for Langkawi, and nearby areas.
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About Sultan Abdul Halim Airport
Sultan Abdul Halim Airport is the main airport serving Alor Setar, the capital of Kedah, and the surrounding northern region of Peninsular Malaysia, including Perlis. It handles mainly domestic flights and connects travellers to key destinations across Malaysia.
Located in Kepala Batas, about 13 km from Alor Setar city centre, the airport opened its current passenger terminal in 2006. The single-terminal facility shares its site and runway with the Royal Malaysian Air Force academy at Alor Setar.
The airport is reached by taxi, ride-hailing services and road links, with onward connections available from Alor Setar to other parts of Kedah, Perlis and ferry points serving Langkawi.
With a modern single terminal offering check-in, waiting areas, food and beverage outlets and retail facilities, the airport provides a compact and convenient entry point for visitors travelling to northern Malaysia.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
Sultan Abdul Halim Airport operates a single passenger terminal that handles both arrivals and departures. The current terminal opened in 2006 and is used primarily for domestic flights within Malaysia.
Ground Transportation Services to and from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport to hotels, the Alor Setar city centre and other locations across Kedah and Perlis.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or journeys around Alor Setar and the northern region.
Car Rental
Rent a car from Sultan Abdul Halim Airport for independent travel around Alor Setar, Kedah and onward journeys to nearby destinations.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organise minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between the airport, hotels, event venues and destinations across Kedah and Perlis.
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