Car Rental at Kuala Lumpur Airport

Airport travel guide

A futuristic metropolis with a stunning skyline, Kuala Lumpur is also a surprisingly diverse destination — the city is home to plenty of culture and has lots of historical attractions if you know where to look. Better yet, the city also offers easy access to some of Malaysia’s most serene natural wonders. These are five of the most interesting attractions in and around it:

• Petronas Twin Towers. The Petronas Twin Towers are iconic skyscrapers that once held the title of the world's tallest twin towers. Standing at a height of 452 meters (1,483 feet), they are renowned for their stunning architecture and serve as a symbol of Malaysia's modernity and economic growth.
• Chinatown. Unlike in many other cities around the world, this Chinatown isn’t just an ethnic district, it’s also one of the oldest parts of the city as the Chinese were some of the first inhabitants of modern Kuala Lumpur. Consequently, the area is surprisingly diverse and you’ll find Chinese temples right next to Hindu houses of prayer. The main artery of Chinatown is Petaling Street, a hectic, but charming, area known for its street vendors, eclectic architecture, many restaurants, and open-air market.
• Merdeka Square. Merdeka Square is located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur and is the most significant public space. It is known for its expansive open area, dominated by the towering Sultan Abdul Samad Building and the iconic 95-meter flagpole, where Malaysia's independence was declared in 1957, making it a symbol of the nation's sovereignty and freedom.
• Botanical Garden. This area is named after the beautiful Perdana Botanical Garden which remains one of its main attractions but, in fact, includes much more than just that — the area is also home to landmarks like the Masjid Negara (National Mosque), as well as the National Museum, Islamic Arts Museum, National Planetarium, and Malay World Ethnology Museum.
• Fraser’s Hill. A former hill station located in the inland part of mainland Malaysia, Fraser’s Hill is one of the most popular day trips from the capital (the drive takes about two hours each way). Made up of majestic peaks, misty tropical forests, and plenty of hiking trails, it’s a great place to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy the fresh mountain air. If you’ve got more time on your hands, you can travel even further to the Krau Wildlife Park or Taman Negara National Park.

Top international routes

• Singapore
• Jakarta
• Kuching
• Penang
• Kota Kinabalu
• Langkawi
• Denpasar (Bali)
• Johor Bahru
• Bangkok
• Medan

Main airlines

Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Malindo Air, Indonesia AirAsia, Batik Air, and KLM

Terminals

The two main terminals are the Main Terminal, with its satellite Terminal A, and Terminal 2, also known as Klia2. You can move between the terminals with a free shuttle bus that runs every ten minutes.

Location

Kuala Lumpur Airport is about 55 km (34 mi) from the city center. Motorways E6, AH2, and E20 are the main roads connecting the airport to the city.

Most popular types of rental car

• Small cars - from $26 per day
• Medium cars - from $26 per day
• Large cars - from $36 per day
• Vans - from $53 per day
• SUVs - from $52 per day
• Premium cars - from $181 per day

Car rental desks

Most, although not all, are located inside the arrivals hall of the Main Terminal.

Services and facilities

You’ll find many stores, as well as a great choice of cafés, bars, and restaurants. There are also ATMs, several on-site hotels, lounges, baby changing rooms, children’s play areas, a pharmacy, gym, movie lounge, post office, prayer and silence rooms, a massage center, and spa. You’ll find 24/7 luggage storage in the arrivals area of both terminals. There are also self-service lockers throughout the airport. Kuala Lumpur Airport is well equipped for passengers with reduced mobility, and special assistance is also available, but you should get in touch with your airline if you’d like this service. You can find more information on the airport's official website.

Nearest gas station

NGV Petronas KLIA 1, located at Petronas, Pt3906, is right outside the Main Terminal. It can be reached in about four minutes and is open 24/7. There are many other gas stations near the airport and on the way to Kuala Lumpur.