Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport
KLIA.Info » Airports in Malaysia » Sultan Ahmad Shah AirportSultan Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) is the main airport serving Kuantan, the capital city of Pahang, Malaysia. The airport is located approximately 15 km southwest of Kuantan city center and primarily handles domestic flights within Malaysia. It plays an important role in supporting regional connectivity, tourism, and industrial activities in the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
Facilities
The airport operates a single passenger terminal handling both arrivals and
departures. The terminal provides essential passenger amenities designed for
comfortable and efficient travel. Facilities include check in counters, baggage
claim areas, waiting lounges, retail outlets, and basic food and beverage
options such as cafés and snack counters.
Additional services include
prayer rooms, restrooms, seating areas, passenger assistance services, and free
WiFi access within the terminal. ATMs are available for traveler convenience.
Airlines
Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport is mainly served by domestic airlines. Carriers
operating at the airport include
Malaysia Airlines and
AirAsia, offering regular
flights connecting Kuantan with major domestic hubs such as Kuala Lumpur and
Penang.
The airport has the capability to handle international flights
and has previously supported seasonal or charter international services,
although scheduled international operations are limited and subject to change.
Transportation
Ground transportation options from the airport include taxis, ride hailing
services such as Grab, and private transfers to Kuantan city center and
surrounding areas. Public bus services are limited, making taxis and ride
hailing the most convenient transport options for most travelers. On site
parking facilities are available for passengers using private vehicles.
Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport continues to support the development of Pahang by
providing reliable domestic air connectivity and maintaining infrastructure
capable of accommodating future growth in passenger demand.
Contact Information
Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA)
25150 Kuantan
Pahang
Malaysia
Tel: +60 9 531 2123
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