KLIA workers, community to get priority access during Sepang F1

KUALA LUMPUR: Airport personnel and residents in the Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) vicinity will receive first access during the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix 2026 at the Sepang International Circuit (SIC) from October 2 to 4, according to Selangor Police Chief Datuk Shazeli Kahar. Traffic will be managed through Lebuh Madani, Charterfield Roundabout, and Jalan CTA 2.

Special provisions will be made for Friday prayers on October 2, from 12.30pm to 2.30pm, leading to the Sultan Abdul Samad KLIA Mosque. SIC will offer parking for 9,000 cars across 17 designated parking zones, with vehicles assigned according to their category. Free shuttle buses and e-hailing services will be available from several locations to the circuit.

95 MyRapid buses will operate from four main hubs, while 50 tour buses, in coordination with e-hailing service Grab, will run from the Long Term Car Park. Additionally, 200 Grab e-hailing passes will be distributed for passenger drop-off zones at SIC and the Long Term Car Park, alongside 100 Prestige Lane passes for pick-ups from certain hotels.

It is advised that vehicles not be parked on road shoulders to maintain efficient traffic flow, with towing actions taken against obstructive vehicles. Motorcycles are prohibited from entering SIC and must be parked at designated motorcycle parking areas. The public and KLIA community members are urged to plan ahead, follow staff instructions, and consult digital information boards throughout the circuit.