Temporary KLIA Airspace Closures From 26 to 31 August for Hari Kebangsaan Celebrations

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Kuala Lumpur, 26 August 2025 — Airspace around Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) will be temporarily closed between 26 and 31 August 2025 in conjunction with Malaysia’s 68th Hari Kebangsaan celebrations.

According to Malaysia Airlines, closures will take place daily from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with timings varying slightly depending on the day. As a result, several flights have been rescheduled to accommodate the restrictions.

Temporary Airspace Closure and Retiming of Flights from 26 August until 29 August and 31 August 2025.

Advisory for Passengers

  • Malaysia Airlines confirmed that affected passengers will be notified and urged travellers to:
    • Check in online up to 48 hours before departure
    • Arrive at least four hours before rescheduled flights to allow time for check-in, security, and document verification
    • Refer to the published list of affected flights for updates

Meanwhile, AirAsia has not announced any retimed flights but has issued a caution to passengers flying from KLIA Terminal 2:

  • Plan journeys carefully during the closure period
  • Expect heavier-than-usual passenger traffic due to the long weekend holiday
  • Use self check-in online (available 14 days before departure)
  • Arrive at least two hours before domestic flights and three hours before international flights

Reason for the Closures

The temporary airspace restrictions are to facilitate Hari Kebangsaan rehearsals and the National Day flypast in Putrajaya, which will feature military aircraft and aerial displays.

Duration of the Closures

  • Dates: 26 August – 31 August 2025
  • Time Blocks: Typically during morning hours and selected afternoon slots (exact schedules vary daily depending on rehearsals and parade day).
  • Impact Zone: Airspace surrounding KLIA, klia2, and Putrajaya corridor.
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Passengers are urged

  • Arrive at the airport at least 3 hours before departure for international flights, and 2 hours for domestic flights.
  • Check with airlines for the latest updates on flight status.
  • Monitor KLIA’s official website, social media, or the MYairports app for real-time information.

Advisory for Passengers

  • Expect slight delays in both arrivals and departures during the closure period.
  • Ground transportation services (KLIA Ekspres, buses, and taxis) remain unaffected, but travellers should allocate extra time in case of flight retimings.
  • Travellers with connecting flights are advised to check minimum connection times and re-confirm their itineraries.

Key Takeaway

The KLIA airspace closure (Aug 26–31) is a short-term measure for the safe staging of Malaysia’s Hari Kebangsaan flypast. While minor disruptions may occur, airlines and airport authorities are working together to ensure passengers’ travel plans are managed with minimal impact.

📌 Advice: Passengers flying during this period should check-in early, monitor airline notifications, and stay updated on real-time flight information.

Travellers are strongly encouraged to stay updated with their respective airlines for the latest schedules and plan extra travel time to avoid disruptions.

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