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Getting from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang

Justine Mellor

January 26, 2024

Langkawi is world-famous for its pristine beaches and Pantai Cenang is considered to be one of the best. The 2 km white-sand beach stretches along the western coast of Langkawi and is one of the most popular spots amongst tourists and locals. You’ll find resorts dotting the coastline, plenty of watersports and palm trees everywhere.

Langkawi has limited options when it comes to public transportation and whilst a few buses are operating in the area, they are far and few between and none connect to the airport. That being said, there are only two transportation options for the journey from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang; by taxi or private transfer. You can take a pre-paid taxi from the airport, costing approximately €3.60 (MYR 18), or you can opt for a pre-booked private transfer with a globally-recognised company, to ensure a stress-free and comfortable transfer.

Welcome Pickups offers meet and greet services and a friendly introduction to Langkawi at the same price as a regular taxi. Click here to see the cost.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Welcome Pickups	€12	10min	24/7	Book
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Taxi	€3.60	10min	24/7

How to get from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang by taxi

There’s nothing better than arriving at the airport and hopping straight into your comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. That’s why the most comfortable way to travel from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang is by taxi or private transfer. Taxis are available 24/7 and will take you on a private ride to your destination in around 10 minutes.

If you’d like to be sure that you’re using a reliable, trusted service and want to avoid any hassle upon arrival, you can book a private transfer in advance with Welcome Pickups.

Taxi fare from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang

Standard Langkawi Taxis operate on a taximeter system, however, taxi fares from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang are fixed for specific destinations. Having said this, the estimated cost of the ride to Pantai Cenang is €3.60 (MYR 18).

You can purchase prepaid coupons from the taxi counters on the left-hand side of the arrivals hall.

Cost

€3.60

Trip Duration

10 Min

Waiting times for Langkawi Airport taxis are around 10 minutes.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Langkawi Airport.

Where do I get the taxi from?

Once you’ve purchased your coupon and exited the terminal, you’ll see a taxi service center outside. Hand your coupon to the attendant at the desk and hop into your red and yellow Langkawi taxi.

Convenience

As there are no public transportation options from Langkawi Airport, taking a taxi is one of the only ways to get to your final destination. The ride is quick, comfortable and takes you door-to-door – all you have to do is sit back and relax while your driver takes care of all the rest.

If you’d rather have everything sorted before you arrive, you can pre-book a private transfer with Welcome and enjoy our fully personalised service with trained, English-speaking drivers and 24/7 customer service.

Editor’s Note

Your only other option to get to Pantai Cenang is to rent a car. However, these companies are notoriously unreliable. A pre-paid taxi is the best way to ensure a reliable service.

Useful Tips

You can hail Langkawi taxis from the street, just make sure you double-check the taximeter is on before your ride begins.

Tipping your Langkawi taxi driver is not mandatory or expected, but feel free to do so if you enjoyed the service.

There are no trains or buses at Langkawi Airport.

Travellers can also use taxis at hourly rates. Then the cost is (MYR 25) per hour for a minimum of four hours, for up to 4 people. Any additional hours also cost (MYR 25) per hour.

Welcome Pickups transfer

Book a trained, English-speaking taxi driver to pick you up at the same price as a regular cab from the line

If you feel more relaxed knowing that somebody is waiting for you, you may as well book a Welcome Pickups transfer. As soon as you arrive at the airport you will be greeted by your driver. He will be waiting for you at the terminal of your arrival with a sign that has your name on it. Your driver will help you out with your luggage and together you will make your way to the vehicle. While he is driving you to your accommodation, the driver can give you some tips and recommendations on what to do during your holidays in Langkawi. Our drivers are hand-picked and speak fluent English. No need to worry about miscommunication issues that you may face with the local taxi drivers regarding your destination. Relax and enjoy your ride.

Best drivers

Hand-picked english-speaking drivers

Flight monitoring

Drivers are always on time

Quality support

24/7 email & phone support

Cancel up to 24 hours before the pickup and get an 80% refund

Edit or cancel transfers

DAYTIME

€13.0

NIGHTTIME

€15.6

Same price as a regular taxi from the line

PRICES FOR

Sedan Car

4 pax, 4 pieces of luggage

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang?

There are no public transportation options from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang, which means you only have two options; taxi or private transfer. A pre-paid taxi from the airport will cost you approximately €3.60 (MYR 18).

Alternatively, if you’d prefer the peace of mind of using a reputable company and having everything sorted before your flight, you can pre-book a private transfer with Welcome and make the most of our fully personalised door-to-door pickups, English-speaking drivers and 24/7 customer support.

What’s the taxi fare from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang?

Taxi fares from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang are fixed for specific destinations. The cost of a taxi from the airport to Pantai Cenang is €3.60 (MYR 18). You can purchase prepaid coupons from the taxi counters on the left-hand side of the arrivals hall.

How far is it from Langkawi Airport to Pantai Cenang?

Langkawi Airport is approximately 8 km from Pantai Cenang and a taxi ride should take about 10 minutes in normal traffic conditions.

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