Do you happen to have a transit schedule at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)? KLIA is one main airports and the biggest airports in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and is the busiest airport in the city. It often has various transit flights from around the world for a long-distance flights. And if you happen you have a layover at KLIA and need to spend hours and hours in the airport, there is no need for you to worry because there are plenty of things that you can do in the area.
Here, Traveloka will give you a list of recommendations for what things to do during your transit at KLIA.
If you only have time for around 2 hours before your next flight and still have some business that you need to do, there is no need to worry because the airport provides a business center facility that you can use in the airport lounges.
The official hotel, Sama Sama Express KLIA which is also known as the Airside transit hotel by KLIA, and Airport FastTrack Lounge both provide all the things you need to finish your business while waiting for your next flights including high-speed internet, a quiet and comfortable desk, table, and place. Both of the area is located at level 5 of the Main Terminal Building so please feel free to visit the place and take your time to finish your business. But please be reminded that the Airport Dast Track Lounge can only be visited and used f you have a clear background of immigration.
Sama-Sama Express KLIA Terminal 1 (Airside Transit Hotel)
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8.6/10
C5, Klia Satelite A Building, KLIA
Rp 1.954.404
Rp 1.619.705
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Besides being the main airport for various flights in Malaysia, KLIA is also one massive shopping paradise with a variety of stores from luxurious brands, Malaysian souvenirs, and everyday essentials, you can find everything at KLIA.
If you are looking for branded, well-known designer goods then you will be able to find them at the retail outlets in the KLIA shopping mall which is located between the two main terminals which is KLIA and KLIA 2. At the place, you will be able to find a number of named brands including Dior, Channel, Gucci, Lois Vuitton, and many others. Not only that, if you want to have and many other more budget-friendly brands, there are also various outlets that you can visit from Zara, Uniqlo Muji, and many other options based on your needs and preferences.
Malaysian Products is also included in this massive shopping mall that you could purchase to commemorate your visit and to bring back as souvenirs for your friends and family. Besides, KLIA also has a duty-free shopping area, where you can save more money on alcohol, tobacco, cosmetics, and fragrances.
For those of you who are looking for a chance to rest, there are plenty of choices for you who want to take your time and have a good sleep in the airport’s hotel while waiting for your next flight. Various hotels are available to book at any time and in any range of prices based on your needs and preferences such as Sama Sama Express KLIA which offers easy check-in for your flights, Sama Sama Hotel KLIA that offer better facilities, and many others are ready to be booked. Besides giving you a place to rest your body, they also offer you great services and facilities from restaurants, lounges, and private bathrooms that include a hairdryer and hot shower.
If you have a long layover at KLIA, you might want to try to go out of the airport and visit various enhancing places in Kuala Lumpur city from their well-known landmarks, The Petronas Twin Tower which is said to be the tallest twin building in the world, KL Tower where you can enjoy the panoramic views of the city landscape, and Batu Cave which is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Kuala Lumpur that is known for its majestic cave temple. As for transportation, you can get to Kuala Lumpur in a short time by taking the KLIA Express which you can buy on this link. It will only take around 28 minutes from KLIA to Kuala Lumpur.
KLIA Ekspres Tickets
9.8/10
Rp 203.653
Rp 183.287
Believe it or not, Kuala Lumpur International Airport offers a massage center that you can access during your layover that is located at level 1 of the Satelite Building. Here you will be able to enjoy yourself to the fullest and let yourself be pampered by the high quality of service they provide from full-body massages to foot reflexology. If that is not enough and you want something more luxurious and pampering service such as a spa, you might want to try booking them through Sama Sama Express Hotel KLIA.
Savoring foods is a must-do activity during your travel where it will be able to give satisfaction to both your palate and stomach at the same time. So many restaurants are lining up in KLIA that you can visit with a wide variety of cuisines too, starting from Malaysian Cuisine that offers nasi lemak, and satay, Fast Food restaurants such as KFC and Burger King, Cafes and Coffee Shop where you can lay back and relax, to International Cuisine like Western foods, Chinese foods and even Japanese restaurant are available to savor.
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Here are all the activities that you can do at Kuala Lumpur International Airport, KLIA from shopping free to food hunting, pampering yourself with massage, and many other activities that you can do during your transit at the airport. If you would like to book accommodation, services, or flight tickets to Kuala Lumpur or anywhere you want, Traveloka is more than happy to help you in booking those tickets. Besides giving the best price, Traveloka also often gives numerous combos, discounts, and promotions! So don’t miss yours!