Travelling from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport (LGK): What you need to know
Langkawi (where Langkawi International Airport is located) and Shanghai share the UTC+8 timezone. You can plan your trip without factoring in timezone differences.
Leave enough time to catch your flight from Shanghai to LGK. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like February or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Think about adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Shanghai to LGK. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG). Break up the journey at one of these popular options:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Penang International Airport (PEN)
PVG is about 48 kms (30 miles) from central Shanghai. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
Want an easy start to your travels? Stay near Shanghai Pudong International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport or aren't a fan of being rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
Of the flights that depart from Shanghai Pudong International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.
PVG is located at No.300 Qihang Road.
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Shanghai to SHA in about 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 14 kms (9 miles) away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Shanghai to LGK flight? Unwind in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your holiday officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Most flights that leave Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport reach their destination as expected. It boasts an on-time performance rate of 86%.
The address for SHA is 700 Yingbin 1st Rd.
About Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Consider booking a hotel near LGK if you have a late flight from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Grab a Langkawi International Airport rental car and discover Langkawi and beyond with your own wheels. Anytime Resources, Pic A Place and Green Motion are top outlets to choose from here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport flight.
Getting from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to central Langkawi
Langkawi International Airport is around 18 kms (11 miles) from the centre of Langkawi. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 50 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Right now, £73 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £175. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Shanghai to LGK if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Affordable Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport tickets are easier to find when your dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
It's time to figure out when to book your flight from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport (LGK). January is the most popular month to visit Langkawi. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in September.
When booking your Shanghai to LGK plane ticket, consider the weather you're most comfortable in. February is the warmest month in Langkawi, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 31ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 24ºC and 30ºC.
More about Langkawi
Start your Langkawi trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Shanghai to Langkawi International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. SKYDIVE, Langkawi Marine Park and Langkawi are major attractions which should be on any good Langkawi itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Langkawi has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 274 kms (170 miles) east of Langkawi, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the go. Don't miss top attractions like Kota Bharu, Istana Negeri Kelantan and Museum Of Islamic Culture.
Ipoh is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 241 kms (150 miles) southeast of Langkawi. No trip is complete without a visit to Kek Lok Tong Cave Temple and Zen Gardens, Ipoh Railway Station and Ipoh Old Town.