Langkawi Island, Peninsular (West Malaysia)
Langkawi Island Quick Guide
The island is often populated with tourist from local and abroad alike. Many make this trip to do tons of duty free shopping, sun bathing, and some water activities. Some family friendly activities? Try a mangrove boat tour in Kilim Geo Forest Park or visit the stunning Langkawi Sky Bridge. If time is not of essence, take a short trip to Thailand, or Koh Lipe Island. The island is situated on an archipelago of 99 islands as Langkawi UNESCO Global Geopark adjacent to the Thai border.
Getting to Langkawi Island
Getting here is rather simple. Either fly directly into Langkawi Airport which strongly recommended, or ferry yourself to the island from the state of Perlis, Kuala Perlis Jetty, Kedah, Kuala Kedah Jetty or Penang, Pier Swettenham (Penang Ferry Terminal).
Flight to Langkawi Island
Langkawi Airport (LGK)
The most convenient airport located in Langkawi Island, pick up from airport can be arranged. This international airport can connect flight from:
Connecting flight to LGK Airport
From Penang International Airport
Flight journey: 40 minutes
Airlines: Airasia
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Flight journey: 1 hour 15 minutes
Airlines: Airasia, Malindo Air & Malaysia Airlines.
From Subang Airport
Flight journey: 1 hour 15 minutes
Airlines: Malindo Air, Fireflyz
From Senai International Airport
Flight journey: 1.5 hours
Airlines: Airasia
Sea transfer by ferry
Kuah Jetty Langkawi
The main public jetty for all ferries to Langkawi Island, this jetty connect ferry route from:
1.5 hours from Perlis, Kuala Perlis Jetty
2 hours from Kedah, Kuala Kedah Jetty
3 hours from Penang, Pier Swettenham (Penang Ferry Terminal)
Season
It’s open all year round. The island is kind of big with 478.5 kilometer square of land with lot of attractions, from land to sea. Duty free shopping, island activity, land tour, sightseeing always available. Make a visit to Langkawi Island at any time of the year, you’re always welcome!
Langkawi Island recommendation
Not many islands are equipped with modern infrastructure and pristine rainforest at the same time. This holiday paradise has plenty of flora and fauna on display, unspoiled beaches, offers 5-star golfing & hotel, and allows you for diving and sailing if you wish.