Flying from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): What you need to know
The timezone in Langkawi is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Langkawi International Airport is located in Langkawi.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from Bangkok to LGK.
Flying over a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Bangkok to LGK departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to get ideas for where to visit along the way. Popular options include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
BKK is around 31 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by staying at one of these hotels close to Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport:
73% of flights departing from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport land at their destination on time.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Add a little extra to your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport. Check out these connections between Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport and LGK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
You can reach DMK from the centre of Bangkok in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to LGK flight? Check in to a hotel near Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport before your adventure officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 60%. This figure gives an insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land on time.
About Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near LGK instead:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
Langkawi International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central Langkawi. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Right now, $113 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $208. Remember fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bangkok to LGK if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Cheap Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport (LGK). February is the busiest month to visit Langkawi. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in December.
Lock in a Bangkok to LGK plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Langkawi to range from 24ºC (75ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
More about Langkawi
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Langkawi right here. Explore these hotels once you've booked your flight from Bangkok to Langkawi International Airport:
Your Langkawi trip should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions that are worth your time include Langkawi Marine Park, Langkawi and Langkawi Cable Car.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Langkawi, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel around 274 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to check off its popular sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 241 kilometres southeast of Langkawi, Ipoh is another essential stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Lost World of Tambun.