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Melaka (Malacca)

Malacca, officially the Historic State of Malacca, is a state in Malaysia located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsula, facing the Strait of Malacca. The state is bordered by Negeri Sembilan to the north and west and Johor to the south.

Type City

Why go

  • State of Malaysia.
  • Served by Sungai Pakning Bengkalis Airport (SEQ).

History

Malacca, officially the Historic State of Malacca, is a state in Malaysia located in the southern region of the Malay Peninsula, facing the Strait of Malacca. The state is bordered by Negeri Sembilan to the north and west and Johor to the south. The exclave of Tanjung Tuan also borders Negeri Sembilan to the north. Its capital is Malacca City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Airports

Malacca International Airport (MKZ) 4.5 km to the centre
Malacca, 04, MY β€” Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron β€” plan for the weather on the day.
Indoor | Outdoor
Sungai Tekai Airport (GTK) 82 km to the centre
Sungai Tekai, 01, MY β€” Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board β€” bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Sungai Pakning Bengkalis Airport (SEQ) 97 km to the centre
Bengkalis-Sumatra Island, RI, ID β€” Indoor waiting area, but you walk out to the aircraft to board β€” bring an umbrella or a coat if the forecast is poor.
Indoor | Outdoor
Muar / Bakri Airport 47 km to the centre
Muar, 01, MY
Outdoor
Segamat Airport 69 km to the centre
Segamat, 01, MY
Outdoor
Labis Airport 86 km to the centre
Labis, 01, MY
Outdoor

Getting there by ferry

Malacca International Ferry Terminal
Ferry terminal Β· 5.7 km from the centre
Outdoor
Ferry Terminal for Pulau Upeh
Ferry terminal Β· 8.4 km from the centre
Outdoor
Big Island Jetty
Ferry terminal Β· 15 km from the centre
Outdoor
Dumai (Sumatra, Indonesia) - Malacca (Malaysia)
Ferry route Β· Indomal Fast Ferry
Outdoor

Where things are

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When to go

Tourist season
May – September

The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.

Shoulder season
April, October

Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.

Worth avoiding
Deep winter

Short days and the coldest weather β€” check local conditions before travelling.

Getting there & around

Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Sungai Pakning Bengkalis Airport (SEQ); 5 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By water: 3 ferry terminals within 20 km (nearest: Malacca International Ferry Terminal, 5.7 km); routes include Dumai (Sumatra, Indonesia) - Malacca (Malaysia).

Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Melaka (Malacca). Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.

Trains & rail

National rail

Tours & experiences

Sightseeing