Travelling from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): what you need to know
Colombo's main base, Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), is where countless incredible trips begin. Explore your departure choices from here for your flight from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport (LGK).
Langkawi is 2 hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo. Langkawi International Airport is located in Langkawi, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Colombo to LGK, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you plenty of time for security and boarding.
Airports in Colombo
Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Whether you'd like to explore another city along the way or just take a break, we make it a cinch to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options taking off from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is a stop you can make during your flight from Colombo to LGK.
CMB is about 32 kilometres from the centre of Colombo. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Catching an early flight from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Bandaranaike International Airport:
About Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
If you have a late flight from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these options near LGK:
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
Langkawi International Airport is approximately 11 kilometres from the centre of Langkawi. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 16 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport from C$173 or travel return from just C$366. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To score flight tickets from Colombo to LGK, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
Set up a Price Alert and keep an eye on changes on this route through push notifications or email. You'll know straight away when fares go down. Timing is key when finding flight tickets from Colombo to LGK.
Customize your journey using filters. Adjust the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the ideal flight from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' options first.
The best time to fly from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
February is the quietest time to travel to Langkawi. Alternatively, follow the crowds and get away in August. This is the busiest month for flights from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport, but the best time to go is your call.
Lock in your flight from Colombo to LGK for February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Langkawi to range from 24ºC to 31ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 24ºC and 30ºC. Look for cheap flights from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Langkawi
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Langkawi right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Colombo to Langkawi International Airport:
Attraction ticketing counter in Langkawi. Cable Car, Underwater World, Wildlife Park. And Bv Langkawi Homestay Pantai Cenang are just two of the popular attractions to add to your Langkawi travel itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Langkawi Cable Car.
Complete your Langkawi trip with a car rental
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