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Located about 45 km from the city center, KLIA is accessible by bus, train, taxi, and rental car. Each one of these methods of transportation offer their own advantages and provide passengers with a convenient way to get to the airport.

Taxi

Taxis are available everywhere in the city and provide quick transportation from the city center to KLIA. Although taxis are a bit more expensive the fact that they are one of the fastest ways of getting to the airport makes it cost-effective. Taxis are among the most reliable transportation alternatives to get to the airport.

Bus

Buses are another method of transportation you can choose to get to KLIA from the city center. Buses are a more affordable option when compared to other transportation alternatives but they are also a slower option. 

Train

Another way to get to KLIA from the city center is by train. Trains are an economic and comfortable transportation alternative to get to the airport. There are normal or express trains that you can take at the Central Train Station, or various train stations in the city. These trains provide easy access to the airport.

Rental Car

One of the most comfortable methods of transportation to get to KLIA is by rental car. You can rent a car with or without a driver. Rental car companies that you can choose from include Kasina Baru, Hertz, Pantas, Mayflower, Orix, Insas Pacific and Avis.

Airport Information

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is located in Sepang district, 45 km from Malaysia’s capital, Kuala Lumpur. Kuala Lumpur International Airport is also referred to as KLIA. KLIA operates both domestic and international flights. KLIA is the busiest airport in both Malaysia and Southeast Asia. The airport terminal buildings provide passenger services and are used for both domestic and international air travel. KLIA also contains services and amenities to meet passengers’ pre-flight and post-flight needs. The airport is also equipped with a hotel to meet any accommodation needs passengers might have.

The airport contains a pharmacy, ATMs, internet, lost and found, lounges, meeting rooms, massage and personal care services, and rental car offices. There are also a variety of stores where you can go shopping and restaurants, cafes, and bars where you can enjoy a bite to eat and something to drink. 

The airport features many stores where you can go shopping, including Eraman Duty Free, Alfred Dunhill, Bally, Bonita, Giordino, Flying Nomad, Milano, Pedro, Pandora, Rolex, Thomas Sabo, Voir Gallery, Barry Smith, Alianto, Machines, Samsonite, Cigar Divan, Heritage and Royal Selangor.

Venues where you can enjoy something to eat or drink include Delifrance, Bar Metropole, Cafe Barbera, Burger King, Food Garden, KFC, Marrybrown, McDonalds, Popeyes, 7-Eleven, Baskin Robbins, Hot & Roll, Bibik Heritage, Flight Club, Fukuya, Bumbu Desa, Eden, Nööödles, Taste of India and Secret Recipe.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport was the main international airport of Kuala Lumpur, until Kuala Lumpur International Airport was opened. Today Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport serves general aviation and turboprop flights. The airport is used for charter flights and domestic and international turboprop flights. Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is located about 30 km from the Kuala Lumpur city center.

Taxi

The most common transportation alternative to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. Taxis might not be the most affordable option but they are the fastest. The total trip from the city center takes about 40 minutes.

Bus

Buses are another way to get to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport. You can get on a bus in the city center and easily get to the airport. Buses are a more affordable method of transportation compared to other alternatives. However buses are not as fast as taking a taxi or driving yourselves.

Rental Car

One of the most comfortable ways to get to Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport is by rental car. There are various rental car companies that have offices in the city center. By renting a car you can get to the airport in a short amount of time. If you don’t know the roads very well, we recommend renting a car that is equipped with a navigation system.  

Airport Information

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport, also referred to as Subang Airport, is located in the Subang suburb of the Petaling District. The airport served as the main international airport of Kuala Lumpur until Kuala Lumpur International Airport opened. Since then Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has been operating general aviation and turboprop flights. The airport operates regional flights to Indonesia, Thailand, and Singapore.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport operates Firefly Airlines and Malindo Air flights to various regional destinations as it serves as the hub for Firefly, and Malindo Air commercial turboprop flights. The airport features basic services to meet passengers’ needs as well as cafes and eating and drinking venues. 

You can get to the city center from the Sabiha Gökçen Airport using the TEM highway and following the exit and street signs. The airport is also accessible by city buses and Havataş shuttles. If you want to leave your car at the airport there is an outdoor parking lot and a multi-story parking lot. There are also some private parking facilities located around the airport.  

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Sabiha Gökçen Airport and central locations in the city like Taksim on the European side and Kadikoy and Yenisahra on the Anatolian side. The shuttle buses provide quick and comfortable transportation to and from the airport every 30 minutes.

Marmaray

The Marmaray is a faster alternative for those living on the European side in particular. You can take a taxi or bus to the Kartal metro stop, then get on the metro and continue in the Kadıköy direction. Get off at Ayrılık Çeşmesi and transfer to the Marmaray where you can cross to the European side of the city at the Yenikapı station. From Yenikapı, which is a major station for the metro, buses, and ferries, you can reach many central locations on the European side of the city. Sea buses and ferries to various places in the Marmara Region like Bandırma, Yalova, Avşa, Bursa and Çınarcık depart from the Yenikapı İDO pier. Moreover, you can travel with your vehicle on the ferries.

Bus

You can get to the city center from Sabiha Gökçen Airport by bus.

Lines that operate between the airport and central locations in the city are as follows:  E3 - 4.Levent - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E9 - Bostancı - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E10 - Kadıköy - Kurtköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E11 - Kadıköy - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, E18 - Altunizade - Ümraniye - Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 16S - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport - Metrobus Uzuncayır, KM20 - Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, KM22 - Cevizli - Kartal Metro - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, 132H Pendik YHT - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, and 122H - 4.Levent - Yenişehir - Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport.

By getting off at the Kadiköy or Bostanci piers you can take a boat to Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, like Buyukada, Heybeliada, Burgazada and Kinaliada.

Metro

From the airport you can take a bus or taxi to the Kartal metro station and get on the Kadikoy-Kaynarca line in the Kadikoy direction.

Rental Cars

You can get to the city center by renting a car from various rental agencies at the airport. You can also return your rental vehicle to rental agencies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation. 

You can get to the city center from Atatürk Airport, located on the European side of Istanbul, by taxi, airport shuttles, metro, bus, private transportation services or your personal car. The most important factor to consider when picking your means of transportation to reach the city center is the traffic. Using alternative means of transportation, like a combination of taxi, metro or metrobus, during rush hour will save time.

Taxi

The fastest and most convenient way to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport is by taxi. However, when taking a taxi the most important factor to consider is the traffic. If you’re in a hurry and don’t want to lose time we suggest taking a taxi to a certain point and then transferring to the metro or metrobus. This way you can avoid traffic, even during rush hour. Some taxis accept credit card payments. If you want to pay using your credit card make sure to indicate this before hand to the driver and get in a vehicle that accepts credit card payments.

Havabus

The Havabus shuttle buses provide transportation between Atatürk Airport and central locations in the city. The Havatas shuttles provide service to and from Taksim and Yenikapi IDO Pier every 30 minutes.

Bus

You can use public buses to get to the city center from Atatürk Airport. Using the istanbulkart (smart card for fare payment), this is the most economical alternative. From the airport you can use the TH-1 bus to get to Taksim and the YH-1 bus to get to Yenikapi. From Taksim and Yenikapi you can transfer to the metro to reach other central districts.   

Metro

One of the fastest alternatives to get to the city center is by metro. Using the metro station that is located in the airport you can easily reach various parts of the city like Yenikapı, Aksaray, Fatih, Topkapı, and Esenler. If you’re planning on continuing your journey to a different city by bus, the metro goes to the Esenler Bus Station.  

Rental Cars

You can get to the city center by renting a car from rental agencies such as AVIS, Budget, or Europcar both at the airport or various locations in the city like Beşiktaş, Taksim, Kadıköy, Bostancı and Bakırköy. You can also return your rental vehicle to the offices of the aforementioned companies located in the city. If you are traveling between multiple places make sure to specify your vehicle pick up and drop off location when making your reservation.