Langkawi International Airport (LGK)

Airport

LGK is the IATA airport code for Langkawi International Airport (Malaysia). Its ICAO code is WMKL.

Langkawi International Airport is a large airport in Langkawi, Malaysia with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 3,810 m long (asphalt), at an elevation of 9 m (29 ft).

Langkawi International Airport (IATA: LGK, ICAO: WMKL) is located in Langkawi, Malaysia. This international airport serves as a key gateway to the Langkawi archipelago, attracting tourists from around the globe.

As an international airport, it connects to various destinations within Malaysia and neighboring countries, including popular routes to Kuala Lumpur and Singapore. Key airlines operating at the airport include Malaysia Airlines and AirAsia, catering to both domestic and international travelers.

Opened in 1993, Langkawi International Airport is equipped with modern facilities, including a single terminal that handles both domestic and international flights. Its strategic location on Langkawi Island adds to its significance as a tourism hub in Malaysia.

Basic Information

Full Name
Langkawi International Airport
IATA Code
LGK
ICAO Code
WMKL
Location
Langkawi, Malaysia
Continent
Asia
Time Zone
Asia/Kuala_Lumpur
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Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights
Yes
Size
Large Airport
Elevation
9 m (29 ft)
Longest runway
3,810 m (12,500 ft), asphalt

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked Oct 16, 2026.

Lounge access

No business class ticket or lounge membership? Many lounges at Langkawi International Airport sell day passes, usually for a few hours with food, drinks, Wi-Fi and sometimes showers. Book ahead: walk-in prices are often higher and lounges can turn people away when full.

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Onward by train, bus or ferry

Going further than Langkawi? Compare trains, buses, ferries and transfers to other cities and islands, with times and prices, and book online.

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LGK: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Langkawi International Airport?

The airport code of Langkawi International Airport is LGK (IATA) and WMKL (ICAO).

Which city is LGK airport in?

Langkawi International Airport is in Langkawi, Malaysia.

Does Langkawi International Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

Yes. LGK has scheduled passenger flights; see the airlines that fly here on this page.

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