How to travel from Langkawi to Sibu, Malaysia
The distance between Langkawi and Sibu is around 1,639km (1,019 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 55m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Langkawi to Sibu by plane, ferry and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sibu → Langkawi if you're planning a return trip.
Fly
Fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Sibu (SBW).
- Duration3h 55m
- Flight time3h 15m
- Typical costMYR 540($120)
AirAsia
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Kuala Perlis then take the bus to Pontianak then Kuching Sentral and then to Sibu.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costMYR 170($38)
Multiple operators
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Langkawi and Sibu
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Langkawi to Sibu by plane, ferry and bus. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around MYR 170 ($38) and will take around 1 day 2h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately MYR 540 ($120).
The distance between Langkawi and Sibu is around 1,639km (1,019 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,413km (878 miles)
It takes around 3h 55m to get from Langkawi and Sibu by plane.
The quickest way to get from Langkawi to Sibu is to fly which takes around 3h 55m and will set you back approx MYR 540 ($120).
The cheapest way to travel between Langkawi and Sibu is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around MYR 170 ($38) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Langkawi and Sibu. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Sibu (SBW). instead which will take 3h 55m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Langkawi and Sibu. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Sibu (SBW). instead which will take 3h 55m.
Flights and Airlines
Yes you can fly from Langkawi and Sibu. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and arrive at Sibu (SBW) - via Kuala Lumpur (KUL). The flight takes around 3h 15m.
There is no direct flight from Langkawi to Sibu. There is however a flight that goes via Kuala Lumpur (KUL). This services will take at least 3h 55m (not including layover time).
The flight from Langkawi to Sibu typically takes around 3h 15m. Flights depart from Langkawi (LGK) and and arrive into Sibu (SBW).
The closest major airport to Sibu is Sibu Airport (SBW) (SBW) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Sibu. Mukah Airport (MKM) (MKM) and Kuching International Airport (KCH) (KCH) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Langkawi to Sibu. We recommend that you fly from Langkawi (LGK) to Sibu (SBW). instead which will take 3h 55m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Langkawi to Sibu is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 55m and will usually cost around MYR 540 ($120).
Compare travel optionsbetween Langkawi and Sibu
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly + 1 similar | 3h 55m | MYR 540($120) | on demand | 1,639km (1,019 miles) |
| Ferry and Plane | 5h 20m | MYR 665($150) | twice daily | 1,653km (1,027 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 1 day 2h | MYR 170($38) | once daily | 2,010km (1,249 miles) |
| Ferry to Kuala Perlis, bus | 1 day 8h | MYR 325($73) | once daily | 2,331km (1,449 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Langkawi and Sibu
Bus companies
Cepat Express
Bintang Jaya Express
Bus Asia Biaramas Express
EVA Express
DAMRI Angkutan Antar Lintas Batas Negara (ALBN)
Airlines
AirAsia
Malaysia Airlines
Ferry operators
Langkawi Ferry Line
Airports near Sibu
The following major airports near Sibu offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Malaysia and internationally.
Sibu Airport (SBW)
- Distance
- 14km (9 miles) from Sibu
Mukah Airport (MKM)
- Distance
- 71km (44 miles) from Sibu
Kuching International Airport (KCH)
- Distance
- 193km (120 miles) from Sibu