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MotoGP Malaysia 2026: what to know before you go

The 2026 PETRONAS Grand Prix of Malaysia runs from 30 October to 1 November at Sepang International Circuit. Friday is free entry to every seat zone, Saturday brings qualifying and the MotoGP Sprint, and Sunday has the Moto3, Moto2 and MotoGP races. Main grandstand tickets were still on sale at the end of September.

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The weekend at a glance

MotoGP publishes the final session times closer to the weekend. Check motogp.com before you plan your ride.

  • Friday 30 October: practice for all three classes, free entry to every seat zone
  • Saturday 31 October: qualifying and the MotoGP Sprint
  • Sunday 1 November: the Moto3, Moto2 and MotoGP races

Tickets and grandstands

Prices listed on the official Sepang International Circuit site on 30 September 2026. Buy from sepangcircuit.com or its authorised agents.

  • Main Grandstand: RM 345
  • K1 Grandstand: RM 206.25
  • F Grandstand: RM 143.75
  • K2 Hillstand: RM 49.90, for Malaysian MyKad holders only
  • Premier Seat: sold out

Weather

Late October at Sepang is hot and humid, and afternoon thunderstorms are common. Bring a light rain poncho, sunscreen, a hat and plenty of water.

Crowds

The 2025 race drew 190,977 fans, the most in Malaysian Grand Prix history. On Sunday, arrive well before the first race, and agree a meeting point with your group in case you are separated.

Getting there

The circuit is next to KLIA, about an hour from central Kuala Lumpur. Our guide to getting to Sepang for MotoGP covers the shuttle buses, parking, e-hailing and booking a car both ways.

Quick answers

When is MotoGP Malaysia 2026?

From Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November 2026, at Sepang International Circuit. The MotoGP race is on Sunday 1 November.

Is Friday free at MotoGP Sepang?

Yes. Entry to every seat zone is free on Friday 30 October 2026.

What is the cheapest MotoGP Malaysia ticket?

The K2 Hillstand at RM 49.90, for Malaysian MyKad holders only. For visitors, the F Grandstand was the cheapest seat at RM 143.75 on 30 September 2026.

Who won MotoGP Malaysia in 2025?

Álex Márquez won the 2025 MotoGP race at Sepang for Gresini Ducati. Francesco Bagnaia won the Sprint.

Going to MotoGP? We fix the fare to Sepang and back before race weekend.