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Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Langkawi International Airport is an international airport serving Langkawi (Kedah), Malaysia. Its IATA code is LGK and its ICAO code is WMKL. It has one runway, 3,810 m long.
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- This airport
- International airport
Airport facts
- IATA code
- LGK
- ICAO code
- WMKL
- City
- Langkawi
- Region / province
- Kedah
- Country / territory
- Malaysia
- Category
- Large airport
- Coordinates
- 6.3297° N, 99.7287° E
- Elevation
- 9 m (29 ft)
- Time zone
- Asia/Kuala Lumpur (UTC+08:00)estimated from location
- Runways
- 1
- Longest runway
- 3,810 m (12,500 ft)
Runways
Runway data as published by OurAirports. Lengths are given in metres and feet.
| Runway | Length | Surface |
|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 3,810 m12,500 ft | Asphalt |
Distance and flight time to Vietnam
Great-circle distance to Vietnam’s three main international airports and an indicative direct flight time (about 800 km/h plus 30 minutes for take-off and landing). Real air cargo routings often include a transit hub and take longer.
Da Nang (DAD)
1,421 km
Direct flight: ≈ 2 h 15 min
Hanoi (HAN)
1,780 km
Direct flight: ≈ 2 h 45 min
Ho Chi Minh City (SGN)
910 km
Direct flight: ≈ 1 h 40 min
Radio frequencies
Published frequencies for reference only — not for navigation.
| Service | Frequency |
|---|---|
| Approach APP | 119.400 MHz |
| ATIS | 128.200 MHz |
| Ground GND | 121.800 MHz |
| Tower TWR | 118.500 MHz |
Air freight to and from Langkawi International Airport
Global Logistic Group arranges air cargo between Vietnam and Langkawi through airline and partner networks. Typical services include:
- Export and import air freight, consolidated or direct, with booking on scheduled passenger and freighter flights
- Pick-up, packing, labelling and documentation, including air waybills (AWB) and certificates of origin
- Customs clearance in Vietnam and coordination with partners at destination
- Special cargo on request, such as dangerous goods, perishables or temperature-sensitive shipments, subject to airline acceptance
- Door-to-door delivery and combined sea–air or road–air solutions
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.
Nearby international airports in Malaysia
| Airport | IATA | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Penang International Airport | PEN | 130 km |
| Sultan Azlan Shah Airport | IPH | 247 km |
| Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah International Airport | SZB | 409 km |
| Kuala Lumpur International Airport | KUL | 455 km |
| Malacca International Airport | MKZ | 532 km |
| Senai International Airport | JHB | 680 km |
Frequently asked questions
What are the airport codes of Langkawi International Airport?
The IATA code of Langkawi International Airport is LGK and its ICAO code is WMKL. Use the IATA code on air waybills and cargo bookings.
Where is Langkawi International Airport located?
Langkawi International Airport is in Langkawi, Kedah, Malaysia, at coordinates 6.3297° N, 99.7287° E and an elevation of 9 m (29 ft).
How far is Langkawi International Airport from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance from Langkawi International Airport to Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) is about 910 km, to Hanoi (HAN) about 1,780 km and to Da Nang (DAD) about 1,421 km. An indicative direct flight to Ho Chi Minh City takes ≈ 1 h 40 min.
How long is the runway at Langkawi International Airport?
The longest runway at Langkawi International Airport is 3,810 m (12,500 ft) long, with a asphalt surface. The airport has one runway in the source data.
Can Global Logistic Group ship cargo to or from Langkawi International Airport?
Yes. GLG arranges air freight between Vietnam and Langkawi International Airport (LGK) through airline and partner networks, including pick-up, documentation, customs clearance and delivery. Send us your cargo details for a quote and routing options.
Air Freight
Services, capacity and transit times depend on the airport, airline and cargo. We confirm them with each quotation.