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Malaysia's petroleum coast gateway serving Terengganu's energy sector.
Location
Kerteh, Malaysia
Kerteh Airport is a small domestic airport located in Kerteh, Terengganu, on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia. It primarily serves the petroleum and petrochemical industry centered in the Kerteh Industrial Zone, which hosts major facilities operated by PETRONAS and related companies.
The airport handles limited scheduled passenger services connecting Kerteh to Kuala Lumpur, making it an important link for energy sector workers and business travelers. Its operations are closely tied to the oil and gas industry rather than leisure tourism.
Terminals
Kerteh Airport has a single small terminal building suited to its low passenger volumes and primarily business-oriented traffic.
Getting to & from
Ground transport options from Kerteh Airport are limited, with taxis and private hire vehicles being the primary means of reaching the surrounding industrial area and town.
Airlines here
Berjaya Air has historically operated services at Kerteh, connecting it to Subang Airport in Kuala Lumpur.
Notable facts
- ›The airport serves the PETRONAS Penapisan (Terengganu) refinery and broader Kerteh Industrial Zone.
- ›Kerteh is one of Malaysia's key petroleum industry hubs, driving the airport's primary purpose.
- ›The airport uses ICAO code WMKE and IATA code KTE.
- ›Passenger volumes are low and largely composed of oil and gas industry personnel.
- ›The airport is located in Terengganu state on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
This profile is provided for general information only. Details may be inaccurate or outdated — always verify with the airport's official website before acting on them.
