Transiting through Kuala Lumpur - two different carriers

1. Does Malaysia allow transit passengers?
2. Can I go out of airport during transit in Kuala Lumpur?
3. Is 2 hour layover enough in Kuala Lumpur?
4. Is KLIA1 and KLIA2 connected?
5. Can students travel back to Malaysia?
6. Is BA still flying to Malaysia?
7. Do I need to go through immigration for a connecting flight?
8. Can I sleep at KLIA airport?
9. Does Kuala Lumpur need transit visa?
10. How busy is Kuala Lumpur Airport?
11. How far is KLIA to KLIA2?
12. What airlines fly from KLIA1?
13. How many terminals are there in Malaysia?

Does Malaysia allow transit passengers?

Passengers on transit are allowed to proceed to their onward destinations (subject to current protocols). Domestic air travel is restricted only from airports within Peninsular Malaysia.

Can I go out of airport during transit in Kuala Lumpur?

Can I Leave the Airport During Transit in Kuala Lumpur? The short answer is YES! Of course you can, provided you have a valid Malaysian visa or are eligible for visa on arrival.

Is 2 hour layover enough in Kuala Lumpur?

Even during the early hours, it takes up around 45 mins to 1 hour one-way. So you will waste about 2 hours travelling. And there is not much to see or do at these hours in KL any way.

Is KLIA1 and KLIA2 connected?

KLIA1 used by Malaysia Airlines and other international [national] carriers, and KLIA2 used by Air Asia. They are not separate airports, they are just different terminals. It is not possible to transit airside within KLIA1 and KLIA2. KLIA1 and KLIA2 ARE the same airport!

Can students travel back to Malaysia?

In order to return to Malaysia, all international students are required to obtain approval from the Malaysian Immigration Department Director-General. To obtain the approval, students are required to submit the Travel Authorisation Form. This is only required for existing students.

Is BA still flying to Malaysia?

British Airways is permanently cutting service to Kuala Lumpur, Seoul and Osaka, while the oneworld carrier's Sydney and Bangkok flights won't see a return before November 2021.

Do I need to go through immigration for a connecting flight?

When you're connecting from an international flight to a domestic one, you'll always have to exit and reenter security as you'll need to go through customs and immigration (unless you have gone through preclearance aboard, which is rare).

Can I sleep at KLIA airport?

KLIA is generally quite popular with airport sleepers – so much so, that the good spots get scooped up quickly! The best and most plentiful chairs and benches are located airside in the Main Terminal, with some especially good spots located near the 2nd floor food court and the Samsung lounge.

Does Kuala Lumpur need transit visa?

TRANSIT PASS (WITHOUT VISA)

This pass is issued only at the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and Low Cost Carrier Terminal (LCCT).

How busy is Kuala Lumpur Airport?

KLIA is the largest and busiest airport in Malaysia. In 2018, it handled 59,988,409 passengers, 714,669 tonnes of cargo and 399,827 aircraft movements. It is the world's 23rd-busiest airport by total passenger traffic.

How far is KLIA to KLIA2?

It is estimated to take 4 to 10 mins, depending on transport options, to travel between these 2 terminals. The KLIA and klia2 are 2km traveling distance apart from each other, hence, proper time management is crucial to ensure smooth transfer.

What airlines fly from KLIA1?

There are 2 terminals, KLIA1 for regular airlines (Emirates, Malaysia Airlines, …) and KLIA2 for Low Cost airlines (Air Asia, Jetstar, Cebu Pacific and Tiger Air). Getting from KLIA1 to KLIA2 takes quite some time and on top of that you need to go through immigration and security twice.

How many terminals are there in Malaysia?

The five-storied, ten-gated Kuala Lumpur International Airport has two main terminals – KLIA1 and KLIA2. KLIA1 is used by Malaysian Airlines while KLIA2 is the low-cost carrier terminal from where Air Asia operates. Both the terminals are about 1.5 km apart and can be easily covered by a 3-minutes train journey.