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Visiting the Putra World Trade Centre is effortless thanks to an efficient public transport infrastructure that includes taxis, express trains and light rail transit services.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) is only 28 minutes from the Kuala Lumpur city. It is located 75 kilometres (35miles) south of Kuala Lumpur City Centre (KLCC); an hours drive by direct motorway link or 28 minutes on the KLIA Ekspress Rail Link (ERL).

KLIA is served by 47 airlines operating to over 100 scheduled destinations and this number is increasing. Direct mid to long haul access is provided to 5 Australian and 5 Middle East cities, 7 North American and African cities and 9 European cities plus the Asian regional and domestic network - please refer to the flight schedule overviews for some of the flight times from major points.

KLIA Express
KLIA Ekspres is an express service that exclusively serves travellers between Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) and the city. The journey takes 28 minutes one way and terminates at KL Sentral, the nation's main rail transportation hub. A one-way adult ticket costs RM35. (US9.21)

KLIA Ekspres trains run every
15 minutes during peak hours (0500-0900 & 1620-2200)
20 minutes during off-peak hours (0900-1600 & 2200-0000)
(Journey: 28 minutes)

KLIA Transit
Not to be confused with the KLIA Ekspres, KLIA Transit is a high-speed transit service designed for commuters and airport workers. The entire journey takes 35 minutes, with 3 stops along the way, and terminates at KL Sentral.

KLIA Transit trains run every 30 minutes
KL Sentral - KLIA (1st train at 0533, Last train at 0003)
KLIA - KL Sentral (1st train at 0552, Last train 0100)
(Journey: approximately 35 minutes)

KL CAT
Located within KL Sentral, this modern airport terminal is an extension of KLIA. Check-in time is at least 3 hours prior to your departure. Once you've checked in at Kuala Lumpur City Air Terminal (KL CAT), you will be issued your boarding pass and your luggage will be transferred through to your flight at KLIA. Currently available for all MAS, Cathay Pacific and Royal Brunei flights.

Taxis
A fast, safe and relatively economical way to get about, especially if you are a first time visitor. Make sure that the meters are on as soon as you get in and avoid negotiating fares upfront. Surcharges apply after midnight and during heavy rain.

Airport Taxis
Airport Limo (M) Sdn Bhd offers a 24-hour budget and premier airport taxi service to and from KLIA. You may purchase tickets at an official counter, situated just inside the exit doors of the arrival hall. Prices are fixed according to destination. The journey to Kuala Lumpur takes approximately one hour. Tickets are purchased at an official counter– the premier service is RM92.40 (US$25.00) and the budget is RM67 (US$19.00).

Putra LRT
The PUTRA Light Rail Transit (LRT) service offers a direct connection between KL Sentral and the KLCC LRT station, with an air-conditioned pedestrian walkway linking directly to the Concourse Level of Suria KLCC.

KL Sentral
The nation's main rail transportation hub for Kuala Lumpur's rail systems which include KLIA Ekspres, KLIA Transit, KTM Intercity, KTM Komuter, PUTRA LRT and KL Monorail. KL Sentral is also served by other transportation modes such as city buses, feeder coaches and taxis and is one stop away from the historic original railway building.

KL Monorail
With a total of 11 fully elevated stations, each between 600 to 1000 metres apart, the KL Monorail service is a cheap, convenient and enjoyable means of sightseeing within the busier parts of the city. The locations of the stations are especially ideal for leisure and shopping. Trains run from 6am to midnight, every 2-5 minutes during peak hours and 5-10 minutes off-peak.

STAR LRT
The STAR line is an elevated, driver-operated rail service. Operating from 6am until near midnight, it offers another cheap and convenient means of getting around the city while taking in the sights.
Prices for a single trip ticket range from 70 sen to RM2.90, depending on the distance and destination. The train frequencies also vary, arriving at stations every four to six minutes during peak hours (between 7.30am to 9.00am on Mondays to Saturdays and between 4.30pm and 7.30pm on Mondays to Fridays). At all other times, train frequencies are reduced to a train every six to ten minutes.

The train service starts at all stations at 6.00am. The last trains from Ampang and Sri Petaling to Sentul Timur leave at 11.30pm whereas the last trains from Sentul Timur to Ampang and Sri Petaling leave at 11.30pm.


Getting Around Kuala Lumpur
There are two Light Rail Transit (LRT) lines – the Putra Line and the Star Line – thePutra Line serves the route between KL Sentral and the KLCC Precinct. In addition there is the KL Monorail from KL Sentral serving the main hotels and the KTM commuter train service. Taxis are plentiful and cheap, flagfall is RM2 (US$0.53) and public buses are also available providing a unique way to meet local people.

Planning your Holidays
The transport desk at the main entrance of the hotel lobby in which you are staying, is able to assist visitors in the following services:-
• Rent a Car / Van / Coach