Travelling from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): what you need to know
Kota Kinabalu and Langkawi are both in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your BKI to LGK flight.
You'll likely experience bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between BKI and LGK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Penang International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
At the moment, R 892 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,803. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BKI to LGK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Finding cheap flights from BKI to LGK couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Tailor your trip using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport.
Handy information about Kota Kinabalu International Airport (BKI)
73.51% of flights that take off from Kota Kinabalu International Airport land at their destination on time.
Kota Kinabalu International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Kota Kinabalu. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near BKI. Whether you're taking an early flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
If you're coming in on a late Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed not long after at one of these options near LGK:
Hit the road running by picking up a Langkawi International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Anytime Resources, Pic A Place or Green Motion and experience the lesser-explored corners of Langkawi and beyond.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Langkawi International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
From Langkawi International Airport, Langkawi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
April is the most popular month for flights from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Langkawi in February.
Lock in your flight from Kota Kinabalu International Airport to Langkawi International Airport for February if you want to visit Langkawi during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BKI to LGK sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited Langkawi, now it's time to explore more of Malaysia. Journey about 274 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Malaysia, consider Kuala Lumpur, about 418 kilometres south-east of Langkawi. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are among its highlights.