Would you like to go on a tropical Langkawi Planning a trip to Singapore? Then flying is by far the quickest and most practical option. The flight takes about 1.5 hours and tickets are often available at affordable prices. However, you can also travel by land and sea via Penang, although this route takes much longer. In this blog, we compare the options for travelling from Langkawi to Singapore, including journey time, costs, tickets and our personal tips.
General information about Malaysia
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1. Travelling from Langkawi to Singapore by plane
The quickest and most comfortable way to travel from Langkawi to Singapore is by plane. Several airlines offer flights, and there are various departure times to choose from. This is ideal, as it means you can book a flight that fits in perfectly with your schedule.
Flights depart from Langkawi’s small airport and land at Changi Airport in Singapore about an hour and a half later. Tickets are often available from as little as €30, depending on the season and how far in advance you book. So, to summarise briefly:
- Departure point: Langkawi International Airport
- Arrival: Changi International Airport, Singapore
- Flight time: Approx. 1.5 hours (excluding boarding and check-in time)
- Price: Tickets are available from €30 per person and can easily be booked online at 12GoAsia or Booking.com.
2. Travelling from Langkawi to Singapore by boat and bus
Although we definitely recommend flying, you can also choose to travel by land and water. This route is more adventurous but takes considerably more time.
- Boat to Penang: First, take the boat from Langkawi to Penang, a trip of about three hours.
- Bus to Singapore: From Penang, travel to Singapore by bus, a journey that takes about 10 hours.
Bear in mind that this option not only takes more time, but is often more expensive than flying
What is the best way to travel from Langkawi to Singapore? (comparison)
| Option | Travel time | Price | Comfort | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aeroplane | ± 1.5 hours | From €30 | High | Quick, easy and efficient |
| Boat + bus | ± 13–15 hours | From €40,- | On average | Adventurous travellers |
For most travellers, flying is the best option. You save a lot of time, and it’s often even cheaper than travelling by boat and bus. The second option is only worth considering if you want to visit Penang as well, or if you’re deliberately choosing to travel at a leisurely pace.
Our favourite items on the go!
When travelling, you will often have to wait: for your flight after checking in, during a long bus journey or on the boat. That's why we always take a few handy items with us to make the time go a bit faster.
Our e-reader? It comes as standard in our backpack. Ideal for reading on the go, but also great for keeping notes (yep, we have one of those big ones that fits all that, highly recommended!). This way we always have a good book AND our notes to hand, without taking up any extra space or weight. Whether you are lying on the beach, spending hours on the bus or taking shelter from a tropical shower in a coffee shop: an e-reader always comes in handy. You see, we are fans.
And fair is fair, we also love games. Especially card and travel games always do well. Nice and compact, easy to take with you and good for hours of hassle-free entertainment. Looking for great games to play on the go? Then check out our blogs: 14x Great travel games for 2 people or 20x Mini games - Perfect travel gifts for our favourites!
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Langkawi to Singapore
1. What is the best way to travel from Langkawi to Singapore?
The best way is by plane. The flight takes about 1.5 hours and is usually much quicker and more convenient than travelling by boat and bus.
2. How long does the journey from Langkawi to Singapore take?
The flight takes about 1.5 hours. Allow half a day for check-in, luggage and transport to and from the airport.
3. Can you travel from Langkawi to Singapore by boat and bus?
Yes, that’s possible. You’d first travel by boat from Langkawi to Penang and then by bus to Singapore. This route takes much longer and is particularly worth considering if you want to visit Penang on the way.
4. Is it expensive to fly from Langkawi to Singapore?
Flights are often available from around €30 per person, depending on the season, the airline and how far in advance you book.
5. Is it also possible to travel from Singapore to Langkawi?
Yes, you can also do the same route the other way round. You can fly directly from Singapore to Langkawi or travel via Penang by bus and boat.
6. Do you have to go through customs between Malaysia and Singapore?
Yes, Singapore is a different country. So you’ll go through passport control and will need to comply with Singapore’s entry requirements.
Read also: Travelling from Penang to Langkawi. Check out our tips!
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Going the other way? No problem!
Are you doing the route the other way round? No problem! The two options mentioned above work the other way round as well, of course, so just see which one suits your route best! We hope this information helps you plan your trip. Do you have any questions or comments? If so, you can always send us a message via Instagram or via info@thousandtravelmiles.nl.
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