Flying from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): what you need to know
Langkawi is eight hours ahead of Edinburgh and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your EDI to LGK flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as June, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Right now, 371 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Edinburgh Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 726 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from EDI to LGK, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Langkawi International Airport.
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Handy information about Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
67.94% of flights taking off from Edinburgh Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Edinburgh Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Edinburgh. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from Edinburgh Airport to Langkawi International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near EDI:
Arriving at Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Consider staying in a hotel close to LGK if you have a late Edinburgh Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Hit the road running by picking up a Langkawi International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Anytime Resources, Pic A Place or Green Motion and explore beyond Langkawi's main sights.
Booking your ride from Langkawi International Airport around three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
Langkawi International Airport to the centre of Langkawi has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
April is the most popular month for flights from Edinburgh Airport to Langkawi International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Langkawi in February.
Lock in your flight from Edinburgh Airport to Langkawi International Airport for February if you want to explore Langkawi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from EDI to LGK in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Langkawi is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 274 kilometres east of Langkawi, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, about 418 kilometres south-east of Langkawi. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are key highlights.