Flying from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): what you need to know
The timezone in Langkawi is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Surat Thani.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your URT to LGK flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time like August? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
How to find the cheapest flights from Surat Thani Airport (URT) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Surat Thani Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight is R 2,024. A return fare is currently R 4,483. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from URT to LGK if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Surat Thani Airport to Langkawi International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from URT to LGK by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Surat Thani Airport to Langkawi International Airport.
Handy information about Surat Thani Airport (URT)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Surat Thani Airport, data shows 73.7% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Surat Thani Airport is around 27 kilometres from central Surat Thani. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 3 hours 55 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near URT? If you're boarding an early flight from Surat Thani Airport to Langkawi International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Book a hotel near LGK if you have a late Surat Thani Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Langkawi International Airport rental car and explore Langkawi and beyond with your own wheels. Anytime Resources, Pic A Place and Green Motion are leading providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Langkawi International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
Langkawi International Airport to central Langkawi has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
When to fly to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
April is the busiest month for flights from Surat Thani Airport to Langkawi International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Langkawi in February.
Lock in your flight from Surat Thani Airport to Langkawi International Airport for February if you'd like to visit Langkawi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from URT to LGK in January. Temperatures average between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done Langkawi, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to check off its popular sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Langkawi, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
