Langkawi

Updated April 12, 2023

Main Highlights

Sightseeing in Langkawi (beaches and islands)

Sightseeing in Langkawi (Langkawi Sky Cab and others)

Sightseeing in Langkawi (Langkawi Wildlife Park and others)

Shopping and Dining in Langkawi

Hotels in Langkawi (Luxury)

Hotel in Langkawi (Mid-range)

Langkawi Activities

Langkawi

Langkawi Overview

Langkawi is a healing spot surrounded by nature.

Langkawi is an island in the Andaman Sea in northwestern Malaysia.

In the local language, lan means hawk and caui means marble.

It belongs to the province of Kuda and is called the Langkawi archipelago, including the 98 islands in this vicinity.

Because of the valuable geological structures that remain, the area has been recognized as a UNESCO World Geopark, protecting nature that has existed since prehistoric times.

The mangrove forests nurture a rich ecosystem, and eagles soar gracefully in the sky.

In addition, some of the world's most luxurious hotels are located along the island's coastline, promising a luxurious resort stay.

It is called the Island of Legends because of the many legends that have been passed down. (Source: Tourism Malaysia)

area478.5 km²: 478.5 km

populationNumber of employees: 65,000 (2001)

airportLangkawi International Airport

How to get to the city from Langkawi International Airport (Grab is convenient)Langkawi Airport is about 18 km from Langkawi Airport to the city (Kuah Town).
Cabs are not metered, but rather fixed-distance cabs, with prices determined by destination, so you can rest assured that you will not be ripped off.

climateMalaysia has a tropical rainforest climate, and the entire country is close to the equator, with an everlasting summer climate throughout the year.

Average annual daytime temperatures range from 27 to 33°C (27 to 33°F), with an annual variation of 1 to 2°C (1 to 2°F).

In addition, highland areas such as the Cameron Highlands, located roughly in the center of the Malay Peninsula, have an everlasting spring climate throughout the year.

Rainfall is characterized by an annual rainfall of around 2500 mm and an average monthly rainfall of 200 mm.

The seasons are divided into wet and dry, but both seasons are marked by squalls, which are brief and heavy rain showers.

Even in the rainy season, it does not rain all day long.

After the rain, temperatures drop and become rather pleasant.

The climate varies on the west/east coast of the Malay Peninsula and also on the peninsula/Borneo.

Access from Japan

From Narita, Haneda, Kansai International Airport, Shin-Chitose, and Fukuoka, it takes about 7 hours to Kuala Lumpur. It takes about 1 hour by domestic flight.
※Connections throughout AsiaAlso accessible by There are also direct flights from Singapore.

Access from KL

(1) Airplane: Malaysia Airlines and Malindo Air from KLIA and Air Asia from KLIA2, respectively.
It takes about one hour by domestic flight.

Bus: Two routes are available: (1) from Pudu Central Bus Terminal in KL → "Arrow Star" → "Kuala Kedah" ferry terminal → "Langkawi" ferry terminal, or (2) from Pudu Central Bus Terminal in KL → "Kuala Pulis" ferry terminal → "Langkawi Ferry Terminal from Pudu Central Bus Terminal in KL to Kuala Pulis Ferry Terminal in Langkawi. However, it takes a long time and it is often cheaper to take Air Asia.

(iii) Train: [KL Sentral] → [KTM (sleeper train) 10 hours] → [Alor Star Station] → [Bus] → [Kuala Kedah] ferry terminal → [Langkawi] ferry terminal. This also takes a long time, and it is often cheaper to take Air Asia.

Access from Penang Island

Air: Air Asia operates flights from Penang International Airport to Langkawi International Airport. The trip takes about 35 minutes.

(2) Ferry (High Speed Boat): Operates from Pier Swettenham ferry terminal to Kuah Jetty in "Langkawi". The trip takes about 3 hours and 5 minutes.

Access from Singapore

Airplane: Air Asia and Scoot operate flights from Changi International Airport to Langkawi International Airport. The trip takes about 1 hour and 30 minutes.