Guide to Maximize Airport Lounge Access with Credit Cards in Malaysia

Unlock premium travel perks with RHB Malaysia! Discover how to maximize airport lounge access using credit cards for ultimate comfort and convenience.

Introduction

Imagine a private space with comfortable amenities at every airport you land in. This private space is called an airport lounge.

Airports provide airport lounge access for first-class or business passengers, including elite members. The private space is quieter, has ample space, and comfortable seating areas, including Wi-Fi and charging stations for your devices. You can also find customer service attendants who are ready to help you with whatever you need.

It goes without saying, for frequent travelers, an airport lounge is a luxurious necessity to help them rest and recover between flights.

To access this luxury service, having a credit card is the easiest way to go.

Why Credit Cards are the Best Way for Airport Lounge Access

Most credit cards provide a built-in offer for you to access airport lounges. You can skip any need for tedious applications to access the best of what an airline offers.

Furthermore, there are credit card options that help you save more in the long run as a frequent traveller. The popular credit cards that offer lounge access are:

  • Premium credit cards
  • Travel credit cards
  • Air miles credit cards

Of course, RHB credit cards/-i can provide you with more value than a sole application to access an airport lounge.

Maximising Airport Lounge Access with RHB Credit Cards/-i

Here’s a brief overview of RHB Credit Cards that offer airport lounge access and more.

RHB Visa Infinite

RHB Visa Signature

RHB World Mastercard

RHB Platinum Business

Up to 5x Loyalty Points

Monthly cashback on entertainment and shopping

Monthly cashback on travel, petrol, and dining

Local and overseas cash rebates

Plaza Premium Lounge Access

Plaza Premium Lounge Access

Plaza Premium Lounge Access

Plaza Premium Lounge Access

Travel Insurance*

Travel Insurance*

Travel Insurance*

Golf Privileges

Golf Privileges

Golf Privileges

Golf Privileges

 

*Not applicable for RHB Credit Card-i
Under RHB Visa Infinite Credit Card/-i, you can enjoy up to 12 complimentary access to airport lounges per calendar year. While RHB Visa Signature Credit Card/-i grants you up to 6 complimentary access to airport lounges per calendar year.

Popular Airport Lounges in Malaysia Accessible with RHB Credit Cards/-i

To enjoy what RHB has to offer for cardholders, you’ll have to apply and meet the required eligibility. The eligible income per annum is RM80,000 and above. Plus, you’ll have to activate and spend a minimum amount monthly through your credit card to enjoy the privileges mentioned above.

RHB provides one of the best privileges for credit card holders in Malaysia.

At KLIA and KLIA2, you’ll find top-of-the-line airport lounges by Plaza Premium Lounge. If you’re travelling from Penang, the Penang International Airport Lounges are provided to you by Plaza Premium Lounge.

Other airports such as Kota Kinabalu International Airport and Penang International Airport also provide exquisite airport lounges for your comfort.

New and Expanding Lounge Access Locations

As an RHB credit card holder, airport lounges beyond Malaysia are open to you. For example, you’ll have exclusive access to airport lounges in Singapore, China, Indonesia, the Philippines, Cambodia, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Australia, and the United Kingdom.

In China, you’ll have access to plenty of airport lounges across the country. In Singapore’s Changi Airport, there are plenty of lounges available for your convenience at terminals 1, 2, and 4.

To access these airport lounges, all you have to do is:

  1. Apply for any RHB credit cards/-i with airport lounge access mentioned above
  2. Purchase your flight tickets and get to the airport fully prepared
  3. Get through security to the boarding area
  4. Enter the airport lounge you have access to
  5. Present your credit card & boarding pass
  6. Rest and enjoy

RHB Premier Skydeck: A Lasting Personable Experience

Here’s a new lounge you should visit. If you’re an RHB Premier Visa Infinite Credit Card/-i Cardholder, you’ll get to enjoy the newly launched RHB Premier Skydeck.

You’ll find this premier lounge within Flight Club KLIA1.

RHB Premier Skydeck offers a la carte dining. Your favourite dishes are prepared and sent directly to your table. Perfect for those who prefer to skip the buffet line and avoid fighting for the last slice of lamb.

New lounges are often packed. It’s the case for anything new, everyone wants to give it a try. But for RHB Premier Skydeck, only RHB Premier Visa Infinite Credit Card/-i Cardholders can give this new exclusive lounge a try.

So while you wait for your flight, enjoy a personable and dedicated lounge experience with RHB Premier Skydeck.

Additional Perks and Benefits of RHB Credit Cards

As an RHB credit card holder, the sweet airport lounge experience is not all you can enjoy.

An RHB credit card provides you with Travel Insurance*. This perk can cover you for a hefty amount. Selected RHB credit cards offer up to RM2,000,000 of coverage.

Other perks and benefits also include Air miles, and cashback on your travel spending such as flight tickets and hotels.

Travel Insurance is not applicable for RHB Credit Card-i

Conclusion

It’s undeniable. Being an RHB credit card/-i holder opens the door to many privileges for you to enjoy. Especially during your travels, domestic or international. It’s convenient and gives you more value for your money.

If you’re planning a trip soon, we encourage you to visit and explore RHB’s many travel-friendly credit cards for your convenience and comfort.

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