Car Hire Langkawi Airport

Lankawi Airport Mini Guide

What kind of traveller flies to Langkawi Airport?
If you like the thought of the Thai beaches but want a more upmarket holiday and less crowded beaches then Langkawi is for you. If you want something else to do on holiday but don’t want to have to travel for hours to get to do it, again Langkawi is the place to be and if you love shopping but don’t want to pay tax; its duty free status is another draw.

How easy is it to get to Langkawi?
It’s not too easy but certainly not impossible. There are no direct flights from the UK or Europe even though the destination is heavily promoted to tourists. Most flights to Langkawi Airport change in Singapore or Kuala Lumpur, continuing from there. You may have a drive of up to an hour to the more distant resorts after calling at other resorts along the way. For that reason it’s often a good idea to arrange a hire car from the airport.

What is the airport like?
The airport is bright, fresh and modern and has recently been extended and refurbished to cope with a predicted rise in passenger numbers. With a good range of facilities you won’t be stuck for something to do whilst waiting for your flight. There’s a large duty free outlet giving you one last chance to buy duty free goods and you’ll find more of a choice of alcohol as the Muslim influences on the island restrict the sale of alcohol in the main towns. There’s a good little restaurant at the airport serving Malaysian food of reasonable quality and choice. Wi-Fi is also available so you can work or answer emails whilst waiting to board.