Flying from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): what you need to know
Langkawi's timezone is UTC+8, making Langkawi two hours 30 minutes ahead of Colombo.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CMB to LGK flight.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport. Many travellers pass through Kuala Lumpur International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight is Rs40,002. A round-trip plane ticket right now is Rs61,403. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CMB to LGK if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CMB to LGK.
Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport.
Handy information about Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
75.71% of flights departing from Bandaranaike International Airport land at their destination on time.
Bandaranaike International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Colombo. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 40 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near CMB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near LGK instead:
Grab a Langkawi International Airport rental car and explore Langkawi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Anytime Resources, Pic A Place and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
Reserving your vehicle from Langkawi International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
From Langkawi International Airport, Langkawi is approximately 11 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
The quietest month for a flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport is February, while April is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Langkawi based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Bandaranaike International Airport to Langkawi International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Langkawi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CMB to LGK in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've seen Langkawi, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 274 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to tick off its top attractions. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 418 kilometres south-east of Langkawi, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Start your sightseeing at Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.