Travelling from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Malacca Airport (MKZ): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your LGK to MKZ flight.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Malacca Airport (MKZ)
Currently, ر.ق. 345 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Langkawi International Airport to Malacca Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 4,654. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LGK to MKZ, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Malacca Airport.
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Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Langkawi International Airport to Malacca Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
62.68% of flights taking off from Langkawi International Airport reach their destination on time.
Langkawi International Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Langkawi. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Langkawi International Airport to Malacca Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LGK:
Arriving at Malacca Airport (MKZ)
If you're coming in on a late Langkawi International Airport to Malacca Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near MKZ:
Hit the road running by picking up a Malacca Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Merge Car Hire, Agtran or Avis and explore beyond Malacca's main sights.
Increase your likelihood of snagging the lowest price by booking as soon as possible. Reserving your vehicle from Malacca Airport at least a few weeks ahead is a good idea.
Getting from Malacca Airport (MKZ) to central Malacca
Malacca Airport to central Malacca has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
It'll take around 50 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Malacca Airport (MKZ)
Plan your trip to Malacca in high season if you want a livelier atmosphere, but keep in mind prices are typically higher. Alternatively, book flights from Langkawi International Airport to Malacca Airport in the off-season for a slower pace and less crowded spaces.
The warmest month in Malacca is April, with temperatures ranging between 24ºC and 31ºC. Book your flights from Langkawi International Airport to Malacca Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LGK to MKZ in January. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 30ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Malacca has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 434 kilometres north of Malacca, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 121 kilometres north-west of Malacca. No trip is complete without visiting Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
