Temporary road closures in Klang Valley from 15th-17th April
Those who don’t usually opt for public transportation to get to and from work might want to consider this option in the next three days.
To ensure the smooth and secure movement of Chinese President Xi Jinping while he visits Malaysia from 15th April to 17th April 2025, the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) has announced a series of road closures and diversions that will affect several major roads and highways in Klang Valley.
Affected roads and timings
The 3-day visit, which is part of ongoing diplomatic efforts between Malaysia and China, will see President Xi Jinping engaging in various official activities, as reported by Bernama. His comes at the invitation of the Sultan Ibrahim, King of Malaysia.
To facilitate these events, the police have planned temporary road closures to minimise disruptions while ensuring the safety and security of the delegation, as shared by the PDRM on their Facebook on 13th April.
The full list of roads affected, as shared by the PDRM.
Image credit: Polis Diraja Malaysia ( Royal Malaysia Police ) via Facebook
A total of 17 roads and highways will be impacted by these temporary closures, which are expected to last between 30 to 45 minutes each time the delegation passes through. Here is a breakdown of the affected roads and the scheduled times for the closures:
15th April (Tuesday)
From 6pm, the following roads will be closed:
- Lebuh KLIA
- Lebuhraya ELITE
- Lingkaran Putrajaya
- Lebuhraya Putrajaya-Dengkil
- Persiaran Selatan
- Lebuh Gemilang
- Jalan P5
16th April (Wednesday)
- At 9:30am: Jalan P5, Lebuh Gemilang, Persiaran Selatan, Lebuhraya Putrajaya-Dengkil, Lingkaran Putrajaya, Lebuhraya MEX, Lebuhraya Kesas, Lebuhraya SPE, Lebuhraya SUKE, Lebuhraya NPE, SMART Tunnel, Lebuhraya KL-Seremban, Jalan Istana, Jalan Damansara, Jalan Sultan Abdul Halim, and Jalan Sultan Iskandar.
- At 12:30 pm: The same set of roads will be closed again to accommodate the delegation’s movements.
- At 4:10pm & 6:30pm: Additional closures will affect Jalan P5, Lebuh Gemilang, Jalan Tunku Abdul Rahman, Lebuh Sentosa, Lebuh Perdana Barat, and Persiaran Seri Perdana.
17th April (Thursday)
From 8:50am, these roads will be closed for the final leg of the delegation’s movements.
- Jalan P5
- Lebuh Gemilang
- Persiaran Selatan
- Lebuhraya Putrajaya-Dengkil
- Lingkaran Putrajaya
- Lebuhraya ELITE
- Lebuh KLIA
The public advised to seek travel alternatives
To manage traffic and ensure smooth operations, the PDRM will deploy around 378 personnel for escort duties, traffic control, and road closures.
Motorists are advised to plan their routes in advance and avoid the affected roads during the specified times by utilising public transportation. Likewise, the public is urged to remain patient and follow the instructions given by the traffic personnel stationed along the roads.
As access to KLIA Terminal 2 will be temporarily restricted during the road closures, Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) has advised travellers to use alternative travel arrangements during this time. The terminal can be accessed via KLIA Transit from Terminal 1.
Likewise, those making their way to KLIA Terminals 1 and 2 are advised to utilise the KLIA Transit train from KL Sentral, Bandar Tasik Selantan, Putrajaya & Cyberjaya, or Salak Tinggi, and the KLIA Express train from KL Sentral to and from KLIA Terminals 1 and 2.
You can read our guide on how to travel to KLIA by bus and train.
Plan your trips in advance
With major highways affected, road users will want to plan their trips ahead of the scheduled closures to ensure smooth commutes and travels. While these closures may cause some inconvenience, they are expected to last only 30 to 45 minutes.
Cover image adapted from: Polis Diraja Malaysia ( Royal Malaysia Police ) via Facebook