What Airports Are Near Kuala Lumpur? How Do You Get from These Airports to the City Center?
There are five airports near Kuala Lumpur. The closest to the city center is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), just 18 km away and mainly handling domestic and turboprop flights, followed by the country's main international hub, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), at 46.3 km. From either airport, you can take the KLIA Ekspres train, an airport bus, or a taxi, and you'll be in the city in roughly 30 to 60 minutes.
Other nearby airports include Malacca International Airport (MKZ, 116.9 km) in Melaka, Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH, 171.1 km) in Ipoh, and Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA, 180.7 km) in Kuantan. From these, you can reach Kuala Lumpur by intercity bus, train, or rental car.
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Airports near Kuala Lumpur: KUL, SZB, MKZ, IPH and KUA.
Airports Near Kuala Lumpur: Key Information
Number of airports in Kuala Lumpur
2
Closest airport to the city center
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Distance
18 km
Fastest arrival time
30 minutes - 50 minutes
Airport with the cheapest transport
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
Compare domestic and international airports near Kuala Lumpur.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Distance: 46.3 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
KLIA Ekspres
Fastest
30 minutes - 35 minutes
MYR 55
Speed
Airport Coach
Cheapest
1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes
MYR 15
Budget
Airport Taxi
50 minutes - 1 hour 20 minutes
MYR 80-120
Comfort
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport
Distance: 18 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Metered Taxi
Fastest
30 minutes - 50 minutes
MYR 40-70
Comfort
RapidKL Bus
Cheapest
1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes
MYR 5-8
Budget
Grab
35 minutes - 1 hour
MYR 35-60
Balanced
Malacca International Airport
Distance: 116.9 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Taxi
Fastest
2 hours - 2 hours 30 minutes
MYR 200-300
Comfort
Express Coach
Cheapest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
MYR 15-25
Budget
Rental Car
1 hour 50 minutes - 2 hours 20 minutes
MYR 150-250
Balanced
Sultan Azlan Shah Airport
Distance: 171.1 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Intercity Taxi
Fastest
2 hours 30 minutes - 3 hours
MYR 250-350
Comfort
Express Coach
Cheapest
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
MYR 25-40
Budget
ETS Train
2 hours 40 minutes - 3 hours 10 minutes
MYR 35-50
Balanced
Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport
Distance: 180.7 km
Transport option
Est. duration
Est. fare
Features/best for
Long Distance Taxi
Fastest
3 hours - 3 hours 40 minutes
MYR 300-450
Comfort
Express Bus
Cheapest
4 hours - 5 hours
MYR 35-50
Budget
Rental Car
3 hours - 3 hours 30 minutes
MYR 200-350
Balanced
Compare 5 airports near Kuala Lumpur
Airport Guide
Compare 5 airports near Kuala Lumpur
The nearest airport to the Kuala Lumpur city center is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), situated approximately 18 km away, serving both domestic and international regional flights with excellent accessibility via taxi or rideshare. The primary international gateway, Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), located 46 km away, offers the most sophisticated transport connectivity, highlighted by the efficient KLIA Ekspres high-speed rail which provides the fastest reliable transit to the city center. Other airports like Malacca International Airport (MKZ), Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH), and Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) are significantly further, ranging from 116 to 180 km away, and primarily serve regional or domestic routes; for these, express buses and private taxis are the most viable options for reaching Kuala Lumpur. Travelers should prioritize KUL for major international arrivals due to its seamless rail links, while those landing at SZB benefit from shorter transit times. Always check current traffic conditions for road-based transit, especially during peak hours, and consider booking your ground transportation in advance to ensure a smooth arrival experience.
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Hotels near Kuala Lumpur airport
Breakfast
Very Good823 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur|1.97km from city center
Here’s your full review combined and polished:
The hotel is conveniently located near the city centre, making it easy to get a taxi or Grab to KLCC. Whether you’re visiting for a holiday or a business trip, the location works well.
Right next to the hotel, there’s a 7-Eleven and a shopping mall, so getting food and daily essentials is very convenient.
For the price per night, the room is incredibly good value. It’s spacious, clean, and suitable for families too. The lobby looks great, and overall the stay feels very worthwhile for what you pay.
The hotel also has its own restaurant and a swimming pool, which are nice added perks — although I didn’t get the chance to try them.
I would definitely come back again.FromUS$67
Great806 Reviews
Golden Triangle Kuala Lumpur|1.23km from city center
I recently stayed at Hotel Stripes, and the entire experience was absolutely wonderful.
The hotel staff were incredibly friendly, warm, and attentive throughout our stay. Both breakfast and dinner offered a fantastic, rich variety of delicious food. What touched us the most was the hotel's thoughtfulness—they kindly prepared a beautiful complimentary cake for our birthday celebration.
Thank you so much for this wonderful surprise and for making our stay so memorableFromUS$105
Very Good436 Reviews
China Town Kuala Lumpur|1.73km from city center
Service: There's a front desk, making check-in and check-out very convenient. Environment: It's 400 meters from the subway station, a 15-minute walk to Pavilion KL, and other attractions are also nearby. Facilities: The hotel doesn't provide disposable toiletries or slippers, but it does have a washing machine. Hygiene: The hygiene is quite poor. The bathroom had a strange smell, and there were especially many cockroaches, countless cockroaches.FromUS$34
Great1288 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur|2km from city center
nice hotel..
Near many attractive place like lalaport, time square and many more…easy to access to many place…
Pool not too large…but have very nice view…
Breakfast menu is ok…but dont have many food to choose.
Parking for guest have many space…need to pay rm8 per day.FromUS$57
Very Good321 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur|1.62km from city center
Child Malaysians loves perfume and air freshener . To me it smelt a little strong on my first night . But other than that the hotel is great , nice rooftop pool with breath taking views . Friendly staff, spacious room ,clean and fresh sheets . Delicious buffet breakfast , you can also order food from your room at any time . 10/10FromUS$30
Family friendly
Very Good1656 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur|0.42km from city center
It's okay hotel but old fashion, I will not recommend this hotel to my friends. I found ants 🐜 on the bathroom, don't know what was going on. It's walking away to Petronas twin tower, perhaps 5 minutes walk. Restaurant in front of hotel, muslim cemetery behind the hotel, parking lot beside the hotel on the left side, on going construction on the right side of the hotel. I will not staying in this hotel anymore. Perhaps it's 5 star 15 years ago, not now.FromUS$70
Very Good1344 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur|1.14km from city center
The hotel is in a great location, and many places are within walking distance. The hotel was clean, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the room service was good.
I have stayed in more expensive hotels in Malaysia before, but I would definitely stay here again. The hotel may need a little maintenance, but the cleanliness, good service, and excellent location are more than enough for me.FromUS$55
Very Good584 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur|0.87km from city center
We stayed at The Face Suites for 3 days and 2 nights with our two kids and overall it was a pleasant experience.
The suite was very spacious and family-friendly, giving the kids plenty of room to move around comfortably. One of the highlights was the bathroom, which came with a bathtub that was much larger than those typically found in most hotels.
Our booking included breakfast. The breakfast buffet was served in another building, so guests need to walk across to enjoy their meal. However, the spread was good with a variety of choices and it is halal-certified.
The rooftop swimming pool and bar were popular and often crowded, mainly because of the stunning city views. From the pool area, you can enjoy views of Merdeka 118 and, from certain angles, the iconic Petronas Twin Towers.
The location is decent but it may be a bit far if you plan to walk to major attractions such as Suria KLCC or Pavilion Kuala Lumpur. Depending on your walking pace, it can take around 20 to 30 minutes on foot.
One area that could be improved is the room and bathroom flooring. The floors were quite slippery, so I would recommend using the slippers provided by the hotel instead of walking barefoot. It felt like the floors could have been cleaned or scrubbed more thoroughly.
Overall, The Face Suites is a great choice for families looking for a spacious stay with beautiful rooftop views and a good breakfast selection.FromUS$73
Very Good654 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur|1.15km from city center
Hotel Review
Location: Excellent—just across the road from Kampung Baru food area, very convenient for foodies.
Check-in: Allowed early check-in at 1:30 PM despite 3 PM standard time due to room availability. Much appreciated.
Staff: Special mention to the staff member resembling celebrity singer Hafiz—excellent service, kept everything smooth and entertaining. Kudos.
Room (1619):
Connecting room arrangement was inconvenient; needed to prop the door open (1619,1620)
TV in father's room not functioning (1618)
Major issue: Strong sewage smell in bathroom—disturbing and needs immediate attention
Toiletries: Initially not refilled—no lotion, body wash in my room; no shower gel or conditioner in dad's room. Staff replaced with hand-packed amenities. Appreciated the gesture.
Food & Dining:
Breakfast buffet: RM37.10—excellent value; surprisingly good nasi goreng (first time I enjoyed it)
In-room dining: Nasi Goreng Tamu was good, but sambal prawn was too sweet
Hotel breakfast preferred over outside options—area dominated by nasi padang, which isn't to our taste
Overall: Okay stay. Responsive service on toiletries and excellent staff, but bathroom odor and room setup issues need fixing.FromUS$56
Great3713 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur|1.52km from city center
When checking in, I asked if I could pay extra to upgrade to a double bed since I had booked a single. The front desk staff said they couldn't change it because there were no more double rooms available. I pointed out that the Trip app was still showing double rooms for booking, and they replied that those were for other platforms, and I would have to book a new room. Their attitude was truly arrogant.
Secondly: At breakfast, after finishing our food, our dishes and bowls weren't cleared. They piled up, and even after we asked them to clear them so we could get more food, no one came to clear them, even after we had finished eating and left.FromUS$99
5 star
Very Good2518 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur|0.88km from city center
Check-in was a breeze. The hotel is beautiful and clean. The room was spacious and comfortable. All the staff were excellent and friendly. The best part was the variety of Teh Tarik available at breakfast – simply superb! The hotel is also conveniently located near Pavilion and other malls, making it super easy to get around. Plus, there was a complimentary cake! Thank you, Pullman Hotel 🌹FromUS$102
Very Good5082 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur|2.33km from city center
It's my first time staying in Sunway Putra Hotel and I am happy to spend my time here especially the surrounding amenities that are within reach. The hotel is well connected to Sunway Putra Mall and shopping here is a breeze. Also the hotel is nearby PWTC mrt / lrt services which makes commuting in the city more convenient. Our corner room is big, spacious and feels quite private. Check in is quite quick although we arrived way earlier at 2.15pm and had to wait for 30 minutes until the room was ready. After our two nights stay here, we want to come back again in the future.FromUS$62
Great1111 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur|1.03km from city center
Stayed here for one night and honestly had a great experience. The biggest advantage of this place is definitely the location — very close to Bukit Bintang, food places, convenience stores, and major shopping malls. Everything is within walking distance, which made the trip very convenient.
The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable. Since it is a serviced suite, the extra space and facilities made the stay feel more relaxing compared to a normal hotel room. The bed was comfortable, and the room was generally quiet, allowing us to rest well after a long day.
The staff were polite and helpful during check-in and throughout the stay. The facilities, especially the swimming pool were clean and well maintained. Parking was also quite convenient.FromUS$85
Very Good1473 Reviews
Sri Hartamas Kuala Lumpur|6.19km from city center
I had a very enjoyable stay at Dorsett Hotel. The room was nice, clean, and cozy, making it a comfortable place to relax after a long day. The staff were friendly and helpful, and the overall atmosphere of the hotel was welcoming. The facilities were well maintained, and the location was convenient. I would definitely recommend Dorsett Hotel to anyone looking for a pleasant and comfortable stay. Thank you for the great hospitality!FromUS$47
Great1982 Reviews
Kuala Lumpur City Centre Kuala Lumpur|0.58km from city center
Booked a standard room and got upgraded to a Tower View room, which was amazing! The hotel facilities are great. Even though I saw some negative reviews, I found my stay very comfortable, and the staff were warm and attentive. You can get to KLCC via an internal walkway, and Pavilion is about a 10-minute walk away, so the location is superb. The bar on the 33rd floor offers great value for money. We didn't have a reservation but arrived around 9 PM and still found a window seat.FromUS$135
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FAQs
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Which airport is the closest to Kuala Lumpur?
The nearest airport to Kuala Lumpur is Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), about 18 km away.Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) (46.3 km), Malacca International Airport (MKZ) (116.9 km), Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH) (171.1 km) and Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA) (180.7 km).
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How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur to the airport?
Getting from Kuala Lumpur to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) takes about 30 minutes - 50 minutes.
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How do I get to Kuala Lumpur?
We recommend flying into Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), which is approximately 18 km away. The fastest mode of transportation is Metered Taxi, reaching downtown in about 30 minutes - 50 minutes.
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How many airports does Kuala Lumpur have?
Kuala Lumpur has 5 airports: Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB), Malacca International Airport (MKZ), Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH) and Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Airport (KUA).