Flights to Langkawi

You can reach Langkawi via Kuala Lumpur. A flight from London to Kuala Lumpur International Airport takes approximately 13 hours.

The dry season in Langkawi falls between November and March, with there’s not much rainfall and temperatures reach up to 35°C. While it’s the most popular time of year to visit the island, with demand for hotels and tours at its highest, you can often find good deals on flights at the very start of the season in November. 

The rainy season runs between April and October, but the months of April, May and June are still good times to visit Langkawi. With fewer visitors, the must-see attractions are easy to access and you’ll find great deals at the island’s top resorts. 

Use our low fare finder to find the cheapest time to visit Langkawi.

Langkawi was given duty-free status in 1987, and since then has earned a reputation for being a great place to pick up bargain clothing, perfume, cosmetics, electronics and even kitchenware. 

The best duty-free outlets in Langkawi are found in the island’s main towns of Kuah and Pantai Cenang, and it’s definitely worth saving some space in your suitcase to take advantage of the low prices.

Langkawi International Airport is located around 13km from the centre of the island, and a taxi is the best way to travel to your resort on arrival. One-way taxi fares from the airport are fixed, and you can purchase a coupon at the taxi counter inside the terminal. 

Public transport on the island is limited, with taxis the most popular way to get around. Visitors can also hire scooters and bicycles, which are very well-priced. 

You can also hire a car with British Airways if you want to get out of see more of what Langkawi has to offer. You’ll receive great benefits, with all mandatory charges included and 24-hour customer support, plus you’ll collect Avios points on every rental.

One of Langkawi’s biggest draws is its laid-back atmosphere – you’re more likely to hear cicadas chirping in the evening than music from local beach bars. But if you’re keen to explore, there’s no shortage of adventure on offer. Raise your heartrate by zipping across the zip lines in the Langkawi jungle, the longest of which is beneath the Seven Wells Waterfall. Kayak your way along the Kubang Badak river or join a nature cycling tour that passes through paddy fields, local villages, and coconut plantations.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Short-term visitors with British passports do not need a visa prior to travelling to Malaysia, but they are required for long-term stays. For more information check out the IATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Fly with just hand baggage and you can carry two bags free of charge. Choose our checked baggage option and you can travel with hand baggage and a 23kg bag checked into the hold, plus enjoy free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering, and a warm, uniquely British welcome. 

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.