Langkawi Airport Arrivals (LGK)

Flight Arrivals at Langkawi Airport

Langkawi Airport was made operational in July 1987 and in 1988 the first international flight company started its departures from Langkawi. A big construction process of the modern airport began in 1991 and was finished in December 1993. Moreover, Langkawi International Airport had been the airfield of the Japanese army in 1945 and later for the British army. Langkawi International Airport served almost 3,000,000 passengers in 2018.

Langkawi International Airport Ground Transportation

Langkawi International Airport is situated about a 25 minutes’ drive from the capital town of Kuah. All passengers going to and from Langkawi Airport can enjoy simple and comfortable transfer options. However, travelers will only find a few transportation opportunities, including:

• Public transportation: There are no scheduled bus or train services on Langkawi, including to and from the airport.
• Taxis: You can find taxis outside the passenger terminal at Langkawi Airport. Travelers can get to the capital town of Kuah in about 25 minutes.
• Airport Shuttles: Passengers will find various hotels and resorts, which offer a shuttle bus service at your disposal to get you to and from the airport.
• Car Rental Companies: All passengers can book a rental vehicle through one of the operating car rental companies at Langkawi Airport.

The Langkawi International Airport is accessible from Jalan Lapangan Terbang road (route 105). It is located about 15 minutes away from the popular Pantai Cenang and Pantai Tengah stretch.

The address of the LGK Airport can be found below:
Langkawi International Airport
Padang Mat Sirat Pulau Langkawi
07100 Langkawi
Kedah
Malaysia

If you have any questions or concerns you can contact Langkawi Airport by telephone on +60 4 955 1311.

Visas and Passport at Immigration

All travelers to Malaysia have to get a visa unless visitors are from one of the visa-exempt countries.

A visa can either be approved in a passport or other recognized travel document. The visa must in some way indicate that the foreigner is allowed to enter, leave, or stay for a specified period of time in Malaysia.

There are three types of visa for foreign nationals issued by the Malaysian Government:

• Single Entry Visa:
  This is usually valid for a single entry and for a period of three months from the date of issue. The visa is for foreign nationals who require a visa to enter Malaysia mainly for a social visit.
• Multiple Entry Visa:
  This is assigned to foreign nationals who need a visa to enter Malaysia mainly for business or government-to-government interests. It is commonly valid for a period within three to twelve months from the date of issue.
• Transit Visa:
  This is given to foreign nationals who require a visa to access Malaysia on transit to other countries. You do not need a visa if you are foreign nationals on transit that do not leave the airport premises and continue your journey to the next destination with the same flight.

For further information, please refer to this website.

Langkawi International Airport - Special Assistance

All travelers with disabilities or reduced mobility (PRM) can receive special services at Langkawi International Airport. The airport personnel at LGK Airport provides attention and care to all disabled guests and those needing special assistance.

Please make sure that you make a relevant request at least 48 hours prior to the departure of your flight.

When arriving at the airport, please continue to the airline’s check-in point to further inform the ground assistance service providers about your arrival.

The terminal at Langkawi Airport features both ramps and elevators, restrooms, telephones and numerous other facilities and services that are easily accessible for all guests. For more information, please visit this website.