Seaport · Malaysia
Port Langkawi
Port Langkawi (Malaysia) is a very small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 49825). It lies on the Strait of Malacca.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- Malaysia
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- MYLGK
- World Port Index no.
- 49825
- Coordinates
- 6.43°N, 99.77°E
- Harbor size
- Very small
- Harbor type
- Open roadstead
- Shelter afforded
- Fair
- Waters
- Strait of Malacca; Indian Ocean
- WPI region
- Malaysia
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Anchorage depth | 9.4 m |
|---|---|
| Cargo pier depth | 7.9 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 7.9 m |
| Tidal range | 3.0 m |
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Potable water
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 490 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 500 nm |
| Hai Phong | 960 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Port Langkawi, with full port guides:
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 174 (Enroute) - Strait of Malacca and Sumatera.
Frequently asked questions about Port Langkawi
Where is Port Langkawi?
Port Langkawi (Malaysia) lies on the Strait of Malacca, at about 6.43°N, 99.77°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Langkawi?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE MYLGK for Port Langkawi. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Port Langkawi from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 490 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 960 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Penang, Belawan (Medan), Port Klang.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Port Langkawi?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Port Langkawi through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.