Kuantan Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 12h 19m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Kuantan Airport
Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport is an airport that serves Kuantan, a city in the state of Pahang, Malaysia. The airport is located 15 km from the city. In 2009, the airport handled 226,912 passengers on 3,110 flights, though the airport is able to handle over one million passengers annually. In 2008, Taiwan and Tourism Malaysia co-operated so that there were 23 charter flights directly from Taipei to Kuantan Airport; this made Kuantan Sultan Ahmad Shah Airport the first airport on the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia that received international flights. Passengers have to walk from the aircraft to the arrival hall.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
WMKDLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 9,200 ft / 2,804 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 118.100 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.500 MHz |
| GND | GND | 28.960 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KUANTAN TMA | Class C | TMA | 4500 ft MSL | FL245 |
| KUANTAN CTR | Class C | CTR | GND | 4500 ft MSL |
| KUALA LUMPUR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
| KUALA LUMPUR | Special use | FIR | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Malaysia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zenith Tower | 236 ft | 39 ft | — |
| Zenith Hotel | 236 ft | 59 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,056 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,056 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 837 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 830 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 866 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 863 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Kuantan Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kuantan Airport?
The ICAO code for Kuantan Airport is WMKD, and its IATA code is KUA.
Where is Kuantan Airport located?
Kuantan Airport is medium airport located in Kuantan, Malaysia, at an elevation of 58 ft (18 m).
How many runways does Kuantan Airport have?
Kuantan Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,200 ft / 2,804 m.
Which airlines fly to Kuantan Airport?
Airlines historically serving Kuantan Airport include Firefly, Malaysia Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Kuantan Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from Kuantan Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Kuantan Airport in?
Kuantan Airport is in the Asia/Kuala Lumpur time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Kuantan Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kuantan Airport is approximately 0.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kuantan Airport?
The nearest airport to Kuantan Airport is Kerteh Airport (KTE), about 47.6 nm to the nne, followed by Semantan Airport and Sungai Tiang Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kuantan Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.