Kampung Sungai Glugur
city · Malaysia
Overview
Kampung Sungai Glugur is a mid-size town in Malaysia.
About 146,000 people live here and it lies on the coast, close to sea level.
On the map it sits in Asia, in the northern hemisphere.
Penang International Airport (PEN) is the closest airport, roughly 9 km away.
Key facts
| Country | Malaysia |
|---|---|
| Population | 145,600 |
| Timezone | Asia/Kuala_Lumpur |
| Elevation | 4 m |
| Nearest airport | Penang International Airport (PEN), 9 km |
| Currency | MYR |
Where Kampung Sungai Glugur is
Kampung Sungai Glugur sits on the coast in Malaysia, in the northern part of Asia.
George Town lies about 5 km to the north-east, Kota Kuala Muda lies about 25 km to the north and Paya Terubong lies about 4 km to the west.
Getting there
The usual way in is to fly. Your nearest airport is Penang International Airport (PEN), roughly 9 km away.
Alternative gateways include Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR, 92 km).
Being on the coast, it can also be reached by sea, and it is a natural stop on a coastal or island route.
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Getting around
The town is easy to cover on foot, with taxis handy for longer hops or reaching nearby spots. If you drive, remember traffic here keeps to the left.
Best time to visit
The climate here is broadly equatorial (northern hemisphere): warm and humid all year, with wetter and drier spells rather than true seasons; the drier months are easiest for sightseeing.
The coast keeps things a touch milder and sea temperatures usable later into the season.
Reasons to visit
A few reasons Kampung Sungai Glugur is worth your time: a coastal setting, with the sea close at hand; a handy base for the surrounding area, with several places within day-trip reach; straightforward access by air through PEN.
Day trips & nearby
For day trips, several places sit within easy reach: George Town (5 km to the north-east); Kota Kuala Muda (25 km to the north); Paya Terubong (4 km to the west); Bukit Mertajam (17 km to the east); Kampung Sungai Ara (6 km to the south-west).
Good to know
The currency is the MYR (Ringgit).
The main language spoken is Malay.
Clocks run on Asia/Kuala_Lumpur time.
Traffic drives on the left.
How long to stay
For a first visit, allow 3–5 days to see the main sights at a comfortable pace.
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Common questions
- What is the nearest airport to Kampung Sungai Glugur?
- Penang International Airport (PEN) is the closest airport, about 9 km away.
- When is the best time to visit Kampung Sungai Glugur?
- There is no single best season; pick the drier months for easier sightseeing.
- What is near Kampung Sungai Glugur?
- George Town is one of the closest places, about 5 km away, with others within day-trip range.
- Which country is Kampung Sungai Glugur in?
- Kampung Sungai Glugur is in Malaysia.
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Sources & method
- GeoNames — population · retrieved 2026-09-18
- OurAirports (derived) — nearestAirports · retrieved 2026-09-18
Data compiled 2026-09-18 · editorial checks: passed. See our methodology for how Head Your Way sources and reviews travel data.