Arriving in Malaysia

To get to your accommodation or city center from KLIA 1 or 2, you can use various modes of transportation depending on your starting point and preference. Here are some common options:

Airport taxi or e-hailing service

This is the most direct and convenient way to travel, especially if you have luggage.

Step 1: Upon arrival at KLIA 1/2, follow the signs to the taxi or car service counters, located in the Arrival Hall.
Step 2: You can either book a metered taxi or use ride-hailing apps like Grab/Maxim/AirAsia MOVE.
Step 3: Provide the destination and pick-up point
Step 4: The journey typically takes about 40 to 60 minutes to the city center, depending on traffic, and the cost can range from MYR 65 to MYR 120

You may click the link here to download the e-hailing service mobile application.

Bus

This is a more budget-friendly option.

KLIA 1

Step 1: Go to the bus terminal located on the Ground Floor of Block C at KLIA 1.
Step 2: Purchase a ticket for a bus heading to KL Sentral. The SkyBus and Aerobus services are reliable options, with fares around MYR 12–15.
Step 3: The bus journey to KL Sentral takes about 1 hour.
Step 4: From KL Sentral, take the LRT (Kelana Jaya Line) to KLCC station, which takes about 10 minutes.

KLIA 2

Step 1: After collecting your luggage, proceed to the bus terminal located at Level 1 of the Gateway@KLIA2 mall.

Step 2: Purchase a ticket for a bus heading to KL Sentral. The SkyBus and Aerobus services are reliable options, with fares around MYR 12–15.
Step 3: The bus journey to KL Sentral takes about 1 hour.
Step 4: From KL Sentral, take the LRT (Kelana Jaya Line) to KLCC station, which takes about 10 minutes.

KLIA Express/Transit

The KLIA Express/Transit is the fastest and most direct option. You may click here to access the metro routes and schedule.

Step 1: After collecting your luggage, follow the signs to the KLIA Express station located on Level 1 of main Terminal Building (KLIA 1) or Level 2 of the Gateway@KLIA2 mall (KLIA 2).
Step 2: Purchase a ticket for the KLIA Express. The fare is MYR 55 for adults and MYR 25 for children (as of 2024).
Step 3: Board the train, which departs every 15 minutes during peak hours and every 20 minutes during off-peak hours.
Step 4: The journey to KL Sentral takes about 33 minutes.
Step 5: From KL Sentral, you can take the LRT (Kelana Jaya Line) to KLCC station. The LRT ride takes about 10 minutes.

Pre-Arrival Requirement for Foreigners: Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC)

All foreign travellers must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within three (3) days prior to their scheduled arrival in Malaysia. For more information, please, kindly refer to the link here.

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