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| A view of Batu Caves, Kuala Lumpur |
Ultimate Malaysia Travel Guide for Indians: Real Costs + 12-Day Itinerary (2026)
Everyone says “Malaysia is cheap and visa-free”…
But nobody talks about the real costs — flights, hotels, food, transport, and daily spending.
So this guide gives you exactly that:
✔ How much your Malaysia trip will cost
✔ How the visa-free entry works for Indians
✔ Cheapest routes
✔ City-to-city travel costs
✔ And a detailed 12-day itinerary from KL → Melaka → Penang → Langkawi
Let’s start.
🇮🇳 Visa-Free Entry for Indians (Valid Until 31 Dec 2026)
Indian passport holders can enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days for tourism.
Key Conditions
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Passport valid 6 months
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Confirmed return/onward ticket within 30 days
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Proof of funds: ₹40,000–₹50,000 recommended
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Mandatory: Fill the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) within 3 days before arrival
No fees. No hidden charges.
✈️ India to Malaysia Flight Costs (Round Trip)
Budget Airlines (Best for South Indians)
₹15,000 – ₹25,000
Cities: Chennai, Trichy, Kochi
Airlines: AirAsia, IndiGo
Full-Service Airlines
₹28,000 – ₹40,000
Cities: Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru
Airlines: Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air
👉 Tip: Fly directly to Kuala Lumpur (KUL) for the lowest price.
📱 Essential Apps for Your Malaysia Trip
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Grab – taxis & airport transfers
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Google Maps / Waze – navigation
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Agoda / Booking.com – hotels
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Klook – attraction tickets
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Touch 'n Go eWallet – payments & tolls
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Tune Talk / Digi / Celcom – SIM cards (₹600–₹900)
🍜 Food Costs in Malaysia
Malaysia is a food paradise — and cheap!
| Dish | Price in RM | Price in INR |
|---|---|---|
| Nasi Lemak | 5–10 | ₹90–₹180 |
| Roti Canai | 1.5–3 | ₹25–₹55 |
| Teh Tarik | 3–5 | ₹55–₹90 |
| Laksa | 8–15 | ₹140–₹270 |
🚕 Interstate Travel
| Route | Mode | Cost (RM) | Cost (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| KL → Genting | Bus + Cable Car | 20–30 | ₹360–540 |
| KL → Melaka | Express Bus | 10–15 | ₹180–270 |
| Melaka → Penang | Bus + Ferry | 42–55 | ₹760–1,000 |
| Penang → Langkawi | Fast Ferry | 70–80 | ₹1,260–1,440 |
| Langkawi → KL | Domestic Flight | 80–150 | ₹1,450–2,700 |
🚗 Langkawi Car & Scooter Rental Costs
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Budget cars: ₹2,351–₹3,205/day
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Compact cars: ₹3,205–₹4,274/day
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SUVs: ₹4,274–₹8,548/day
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Scooters: ₹641–₹1,282/day (Deposit: ₹2,100)
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