Malaysia Airports, which runs the airport, said the enhancements include a License Plate Recognition (LPR) system integrated with a Passenger Information Display System (PIDS), self-service kiosks, dedicated waiting lounges, designated pick-up bays and on-site marshals, The Star newspaper reported.

The airport operator said the new system will improve monitoring and access control, helping curb illegal e-hailing activities by ensuring only authorized vehicles can use the designated pick-up area, Business Today reported.

Travelers arrive at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) in Sepang, Malaysia, Nov. 29, 2021. Photo by Reuters

The upgrades are part of the airport's ongoing efforts to enhance the passenger experience, improve traffic management and boost operational efficiency amid a boom in foreign arrivals.

Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Southeast Asia's largest airport by land area, served 23.4 million international passengers in the first half of this year, up 7.8% from a year earlier, driven by expansion of new direct routes.

Total passenger movements grew 5.4% year on year to 31.7 million.

Malaysia retained its position as Southeast Asia's most-visited country after recording 21.12 million international visitor arrivals in the first half of 2026, a 2.5% increase from a year earlier.