Flying from London to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): What you need to know
The timezone in Langkawi is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London. Langkawi International Airport is located in Langkawi.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your flight from London to LGK.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Stopovers offer a great opportunity to discover a new place or just have a break during your journey. When looking for a cheap flight from London to LGK, uncheck 'Direct flights only' to compare all potential stops. Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is one option when you're setting off from London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
Travelling from central London to LHR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want an easy start to your journey? Stay near London Heathrow Airport. Whether you have an early flight from London to Langkawi International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Squeeze in an extra adventure with a stopover on your flight from London to Langkawi International Airport. Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) is one of the options between London Gatwick Airport and LGK.
LGW is around 48 kilometres from central London. It'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your London to LGK flight? Unwind in a hotel near London Gatwick Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are calling your name:
Most flights that depart London Gatwick Airport land at their destination right on cue. It maintains a high on-time performance rate of 82%.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
From the centre of London, STN is around 56 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to arrive by car and 45 minutes or so on public transport.
Set yourself up for a smooth departure — stay near London Stansted Airport and know you'll get to your gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early London to Langkawi International Airport flight:
STN has an on-time performance rate of 80%. This means the majority of its flights reach their destination on schedule and your trip runs like clockwork.
About Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Book a hotel near LGK if you're catching a late flight from London to Langkawi International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and be in bed sooner:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your London to Langkawi International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
Central Langkawi is around 18 kilometres from Langkawi International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Currently, ₹ 31,923 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Langkawi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 63,711. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from London to LGK if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when searching for your London to Langkawi International Airport ticket.
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Tailor your travel plans using filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from London to Langkawi International Airport.
The best time to fly from London to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Think about your travel style when deciding when to fly. December is the quietest month to go to Langkawi. February is when most people book flights from London to Langkawi International Airport (LGK), which may be ideal if you're chasing more excitement.
Book a London to LGK plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Langkawi to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from London to Langkawi International Airport in January when temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Langkawi
Start your Langkawi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Langkawi International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Langkawi Marine Park and Langkawi are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your Langkawi to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Langkawi Cable Car.
Explore more of Malaysia
Langkawi has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 274 kilometres east of Langkawi, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
Around 241 kilometres southeast of Langkawi, Ipoh is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Lost World of Tambun.
