From Langkawi airport to the Four Seasons, the Ritz-Carlton, the St. Regis, The Datai and more: see the drive time and transfer price for each luxury resort, and book a sedan, Alphard or Executive Lounge.
The best-known hotels of Langkawi are spread around the island: the St. Regis and the Westin in Kuah, the Ritz-Carlton and The Danna at Pantai Kok, Four Seasons at Tanjung Rhu, and The Datai and The Andaman at Teluk Datai. Most guests of these resorts want a smooth, private arrival. This guide gives the drive time and the transfer price for each resort, so you can plan the ride from Langkawi airport to the Four Seasons, the Ritz-Carlton, the St. Regis and the other luxury resorts.
Drive time and price for each resort
These are one-way prices from the airport, for the whole car. A ride to the airport costs the same. Times are for normal traffic.
| Resort | Area | Drive from the airport | Sedan | Luxury MPV (6) | Alphard Executive Lounge |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The St. Regis Langkawi | Kuah | about 20 to 25 minutes | RM50 | RM150 | RM240 |
| The Westin Langkawi Resort & Spa | Kuah | about 20 to 25 minutes | RM50 | RM150 | RM240 |
| The Ritz-Carlton, Langkawi | Pantai Kok | about 30 minutes | RM50 | RM140 | RM230 |
| The Danna Langkawi | Pantai Kok | about 30 minutes | RM50 | RM140 | RM230 |
| Berjaya Langkawi Resort | Pantai Kok | about 30 minutes | RM50 | RM140 | RM230 |
| Four Seasons Resort Langkawi | Tanjung Rhu | about 35 to 40 minutes | RM60 | RM150 | RM240 |
| Tanjung Rhu Resort | Tanjung Rhu | about 35 to 40 minutes | RM60 | RM150 | RM240 |
| The Datai Langkawi | Teluk Datai | about 40 to 45 minutes | RM100 | RM200 | RM290 |
| The Andaman, a Luxury Collection Resort | Teluk Datai | about 40 to 45 minutes | RM100 | RM200 | RM290 |
The price depends on the area of the resort and the type of car. When you book, you choose your hotel and the exact price shows straight away. See how to get from Langkawi airport to your hotel for every area.
Which car for a resort arrival?
- Sedan (up to 3 passengers): a couple with the usual suitcases.
- Luxury MPV, Vellfire or Alphard (up to 6): a family or friends who want space, or a couple who want a calmer ride.
- Alphard Executive Lounge (up to 4): lounge seats and a private cabin, for a special arrival, an anniversary or a honeymoon.
- Hyundai Starex or Staria (up to 9) and van (up to 14): larger groups and events.
For a honeymoon, read a honeymoon in Langkawi with a private driver in an Alphard.
What to expect when you land
- Add your flight number when you book, so the driver knows which flight to expect. If your flight changes, message us on WhatsApp.
- Your driver's name and phone number are sent to your email before your trip.
- Meet-and-greet sign: add it if you would like the driver to wait for you in the arrival hall holding your name.
- Luggage: a sedan suits a couple with the usual suitcases. For a family or many bags, choose an MPV, and for a big group choose a van.
- Child seats can be added when you book.
Beyond the transfer
Many resort guests also hire the same car and driver for 4, 8 or 12 hours, for a day trip or a dinner off the resort: see car with driver in Langkawi. For the north coast, read Langkawi airport to The Datai and Tanjung Rhu.
How to book
- Open the airport and jetty transfer page and choose Langkawi Airport, the date and time, and your resort, the date and time, and your hotel.
- Choose a type of car and add your flight number and any extras.
- Pay online. Pay in full, or pay a deposit now and the balance later. Your confirmation arrives by email.
You can cancel for free up to 24 hours before pickup: message us on WhatsApp and we refund what you paid.
A driver at arrivals, a clean car and one fixed price. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a transfer from Langkawi airport to the Four Seasons?
A private transfer is RM60 in a sedan and RM150 in a luxury MPV to the Four Seasons at Tanjung Rhu. The price is for the whole car.
How much is a transfer to the Ritz-Carlton Langkawi?
A private transfer to the Ritz-Carlton at Pantai Kok is RM50 in a sedan and RM140 in a luxury MPV.
How much is a transfer to the St. Regis or the Westin?
Both are in the Kuah zone: RM50 in a sedan and RM150 in a luxury MPV.
How much is a transfer to The Datai or The Andaman?
Both are at Teluk Datai: RM100 in a sedan, RM200 in a luxury MPV and RM290 in the Alphard Executive Lounge.
How long is the drive from the airport to the Four Seasons?
About 35 to 40 minutes in normal traffic. The Datai takes about 40 to 45 minutes and the Ritz-Carlton about 30 minutes.
Can I book the Alphard Executive Lounge for an airport transfer?
Yes. It seats up to 4 passengers and is available for transfers. The price shows when you choose your resort.
Can I book a return transfer?
Yes. A return trip is booked together and costs twice the one-way price. You choose the pickup time for each direction.
