Popular Airport | Cliff Hatfield Memorial Airport |
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Approximate Flight Duration | 17 hour 50 min |
Approximate Travel Distance | 8891 Miles |
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Transportation to Airport from Penang City Center
Penang Intl. Airport
Taxi, private shuttle, hotel shuttle, car rental and motorcycle are among the means of transportation that passengers can use to reach Penang International Airport from the city center. Buses are among the most budget-friendly alternatives among these vehicles, and there is also a free internet connection on airport buses. However, buses offer service at certain hours, and those traveling outside these hours may need other alternatives such as taxis. You can travel to Penang International Airport from the city center by using taxis at any time you want. Those, who will use taxis for traveling to the airport, should pay attention to the drivers who demand too much for this route. You can get information about the average costs of traveling from your hotel to the airport and other important places in the region by taxi and negotiate with taxi drivers in Penang accordingly.
Taxi
The cost of traveling from the city center to Penang International Airport is about 40 Malaysian Ringgit. While traveling to the airport from the city center by using a taxi, you can talk to the driver before getting on the taxi and learn how much you will pay for this transportation. In Penang, taxi drivers may ask higher amounts especially from foreign tourists. From your hotel, you can get information about the average cost of traveling to Penang International Airport by using a taxi. Taxis are not normally too expensive, but it is useful to be careful about situations such as foreign tourists may be charged higher amounts. If you have heavy luggage or traveling with 3-4 passengers from the center to Penang Airport, you may want a larger vehicle.
Motorcycle
In Penang, motorcycles are among the practical alternatives that are often preferred both in the city and for the transportation to the airport. You can rent a motorcycle at an affordable price like 24 Malaysian Ringgit daily and leave it at the motorcycle rental office in the terminal when you arrive at the airport. When renting a motorcycle, you may be asked to show your documents such as passport and pay a certain amount of deposit.
Ferry
It is possible to reach many points by using ferries from places such as Butterworth or Weld Quay where there are also bus and train stations. After getting off the ferry, you can travel to Penang International Airport and save time by using a taxi or other alternative means of transportation. Ticket prices of ferries are around 1.20 Malaysian Ringgit in the region. Keep in mind that you may have to pay for ferries and other public transportation vehicles in Penang by using the country's currency.
Car Rental
There are many international rental companies in Penang such as Alamo, AVIS, Enterprise and Hertz. You can reach Penang International Airport in about 30 minutes by renting a car in Penang city center. Car rental companies usually offer service between 08:00 am and 09:00 pm. You can also find other companies offering service at late hours. You can get information about renting a car in Penang by reaching the AVIS car rental office in the region by calling +60 04 643 9633.
Airport Information
Penang International Airport, which welcomes flights organized from important centers of the region such as Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok and Singapore, is one of the three busiest airports of Malaysia. Located 16 kilometers away from George Town, which is the state capital of Penang, the airport is used as a connection point for many centers located in Southeast Asia. Pearl Island Golf and Country Club are located near the airport which offers a very modern atmosphere with check-in desks, waiting rooms, baggage reclaim areas. These places are at the service of travelers who want to play golf before or after their flights. You can use Penang International Airport for traveling to Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Japan and the Philippines. At the airport, you can try tastes specific to Southeast Asia or buy souvenirs that will remind you Penang. You can also benefit from the parking service offered to the passengers of Penang Airport.
Transportation to Calipatria City Center from Airport
Cliff Hatfield Memorial Airport
The airport in Calipatria, located in the state of California in the United States of America, is in 2 kilometers north of the city center. The airport, which is very close to the city center, is not used for local and international flights.
If you want to go to Calipatria easily, you can fly to San Diego, one of the largest and most developed cities in the United States. San Diego is located near Calipatria.
After arriving at San Diego International Airport, you can reach Calipatria city center in about 4 hours by taking advantage of various transfer options such as tram, bus, and taxi.
Tram
Upon your arrival at San Diego International Airport, you can transfer directly to Washington Street station, where you can take the tram and reach the departure stops of the buses that will take you to the Calipatria. The ride to El Cajon station that takes about 45 minutes is both comfortable and economic with affordable prices. Once you get off the tram, you can continue your journey by bus, or you can go on your journey to Calipatria by taking a taxi directly, even if it is a much more costly alternative to the bus.
Bus
After arriving at San Diego Airport, you can reach Calipatria by taking bus and taxi transfer options. To do so, you should first take the El Centro bus at the airport. Once you arrive at El Centro, you should take a taxi to get to Calipatria. The journey by bus and taxi transfer will take approximately four hours in total.
Another alternative to reach Calipatria by bus is to take the tram first and then get off at El Cajon, the transfer point where you can take a bus to El Centro. The buses to El Centro will take you directly to the Calipatria area. So, you can find a taxi as soon as you get off the bus and you can reach the city center with a few transfers but cheaper.
Taxi
If you don't want to wait too long, you can take directly a taxi at San Diego International Airport to reach Calipatria in about 3 hours. However, traveling without bus or tram transfer could be extremely costly. Also, you can bargain with a taxi driver at the airport and so you can enjoy going to Calipatria by a less costly taxi ride. Please keep in mind that your journey to Calipatria will always be more expensive compared to bus or tram transfer on this route, even if you negotiate with the driver about the taxi fare in advance.
Rent a car
If you prefer a more comfortable and independent transfer option from the airport to Calipatria, you can rent a car in San Diego. Moreover, car rental and fuel charges in the country are quite reasonable. However, there is one thing that we can say car rental could be a disadvantageous option. After a long and tiring flight, you will need to drive about 3 hours from the airport to Calipatria. If you wish, you can take a break from driving and rest for a more comfortable ride. In this case, it may take a little longer for you to reach Calipatria.
Private Transfer Service
The passengers arriving at San Diego International Airport and heading to Calipatria can also choose to travel by private transfer services. Although it is not as much preferred as the bus and tram options, you can reach the city center in much less time and you can save at least one hour. The transfer services offer a comfortable and fast journey, but they are more costly compared to the bus and tram options. For this reason, it is hardly preferred by passengers who prefer more reasonable transfer alternatives. However, if you choose to travel to Calipatria by private transfer services after arriving at San Diego International Airport, you can make arrangements with a local tour company in advance, or get assistance in finding an affordable transfer service from the hotel you are going to stay.
