Travelling from Langkawi Airport (LGK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 10 minutes.
Langkawi and Kuala Lumpur are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Each week, there are 135 Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights. To be on board early, take the 08:40 AirAsia flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 22:25 with AirAsia.
To ensure you get on your LGK to KUL flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak month such as May? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
You can travel nonstop to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Jet off with one of these airlines that offer direct flights from Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport:
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is AirAsia.
The most punctual carrier offering LGK to KUL flights is Malaysia Airlines. Its services land as scheduled 78.74% of the time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between LGK and KUL:
Singapore Changi Airport
Penang Airport
Senai International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Langkawi Airport (LGK) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
27 € is currently the best price for a one-way Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Return flights start from 55 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGK to KUL, book as early as you can. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Langkawi Airport (LGK)
When it comes to Langkawi Airport's on-time performance, data shows 56% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Langkawi Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Langkawi. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of about 50 minutes on public transport.
Need a handy hotel close to LGK? If you're boarding an early flight from Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near KUL instead:
Pick up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car and discover Kuala Lumpur and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and GoSoCar are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Book your flight from Langkawi Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport for March if you'd like to explore Kuala Lumpur during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGK to KUL in January. Average temperatures are between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Kuala Lumpur, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 338 kilometres north to Kota Bharu to tick off its top sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
