Travelling from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Sydney is three hours ahead of Langkawi and observes the UTC+11 timezone.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LGK to SYD flight.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. Many passengers pass through Changi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is $276. A return fare is currently $657. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from LGK to SYD. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from LGK to SYD.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Of the flights that depart from Langkawi International Airport, 62.68% land on schedule at their destination.
Langkawi International Airport is about 11 kilometres from central Langkawi. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a handy hotel near LGK? If you're catching an early flight from Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive to explore Sydney and beyond.
Booking your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central Sydney. The drive time takes about 20 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the most popular month to head to Sydney. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with the temperature ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Langkawi International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Look for cheap tickets from LGK to SYD sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Sydney, now it's time to discover other parts of Australia. Travel about 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its leading sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Australia, head for Newcastle, roughly 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach are highlights.