Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.
Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi share the same timezone, UTC+8.
Choose from 946 weekly Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport flights. The 07:05 departure with AirAsia is the earliest flight you can take. AirAsia operates the latest service of the day at 21:20.
To ensure you catch your KUL to LGK flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport, so jetting off to Langkawi (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is AirAsia.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering KUL to LGK flights, with 75.6% of its services arriving on schedule.
If you want to break up your flight, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KUL and LGK:
Penang International Airport
Changi International Airport
Senai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Currently, P912 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is P1,917. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from KUL to LGK by booking five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.
You don't need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from KUL to LGK.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% arrive on time at their destination.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 4 hours 30 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to KUL? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Book a hotel near LGK if you're catching a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Langkawi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Anytime Resources, Pic A Place or Green Motion to explore Langkawi and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Langkawi International Airport about three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
Langkawi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from central Langkawi. Driving there takes about 15 minutes.
When to fly to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
April is the most popular month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Langkawi in February.
When reserving your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Langkawi International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Langkawi, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KUL to LGK in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Langkawi. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Langkawi, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.