Malang travel guide

Malang Tourism | Malang Guide

You're Going to Love Malang

With a population of 746,716, Malang is a must-see destination in East Java, Indonesia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Malang to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Malang

Malang in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 123
1 night at 3-star hotel
Malang in February
Estimated hotel price
RM 123
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Malang

Plane

When flying to Malang, you’ll arrive at Malang (MLG), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Malang from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 8h 25m.

Plane

When flying to Malang, you’ll arrive at Malang (MLG), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Malang from Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 8h 25m.

Airports near Malang

Airlines serving Malang

Lufthansa
Good (4,717 reviews)
KLM
Good (832 reviews)
SWISS
Good (958 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,677 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,105 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,975 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,399 reviews)
Finnair
Good (830 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (928 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (841 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (548 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (191 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (498 reviews)
JAL
Excellent (958 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (620 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (557 reviews)
SAUDIA
Good (407 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (5,727 reviews)
Vietnam Airlines
Good (134 reviews)
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Where to stay in Malang

Average rates range from around RM 92 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to RM 206 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Malang

Most booked hotels in Malang

The 1o1 Malang Oj
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
RM 165+
Atria Hotel Malang
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 212+
Harris Hotel & Conventions Malang
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
RM 155+
Swiss-Belinn Malang
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
RM 155+
Ibis Styles Malang
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
RM 127+
Grand Cakra Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
RM 108+

Hiring a car in Malang

Expect to pay RM 4.19 per litre in Malang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 50.24 and RM 66.98. The most frequently booked car type in Malang is Intermediate (Toyota Avanza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 25% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 4.19 per litre in Malang (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between RM 50.24 and RM 66.98. The most frequently booked car type in Malang is Intermediate (Toyota Avanza or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Class Mini Car or similar) is, on average, 25% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.