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Langkawi and Phuket both sit on the Andaman Sea, but they are on different sides of a national border and there is no direct connection between them. You either take a ferry across to Satun and drive south, or fly with a connection.
Langkawi to Phuket by Ferry and Road
A ferry runs from Kuah on Langkawi to Tammalang Pier in Satun, in southern Thailand. It sails once a day, usually at 09:30, though on some days it leaves later at 11:00 and on others there is no sailing, so check the daily schedule on the operator's website before you plan. An adult ticket costs MYR 55 or THB 450. Buy it at the ticket counter at Jetty Point in Kuah with your passport; the counter takes cash only.[1]
From Tammalang you continue by road to Phuket. A private car takes from about 5 hours and up to 7.5 hours, and on booking platforms starts at about $183 per vehicle (November 2026).[2]
The ferry leaves in the morning, so you can reach Phuket the same day. Set off early and plan on a full day of travel.
Langkawi to Phuket by Flight
Flights between Langkawi and Phuket connect through another airport and take from about 5 hours 25 minutes in total.[3] Fly from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Phuket International Airport (HKT) when you want to spend the day on the beach rather than on the road.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Duration |
|---|---|
| Ferry to Satun (MYR 55 or THB 450), then car to Phuket (from about $183 per vehicle) | Ferry crossing, then 5 - 7.5h by car[2] |
| Flight with a connection | From about 5h 25m[3] |
Tips for Traveling from Langkawi to Phuket
- Check entry rules: You enter Thailand from Malaysia, so look up Thailand's current requirements for your passport before you go.
- Time difference: Thailand is one hour behind Malaysia, so you gain an hour on the way.
- Book ahead: The ferry sails once a day, so plan your connection around it.
- Money: Have some Thai baht for the road after the pier. Exchange rates at piers are usually poor.
- In Phuket: Pre-book your transfer or use the official taxi counters to avoid overpaying to Patong, Kata or Phuket Town.
Timetable
| Flight Langkawi - Phuket $ 45.19 5h 25m โ 5h 45m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The ferry to Satun costs MYR 55 or THB 450 for an adult, and you then continue by road. Prices for the onward car or flight depend on the date and the number of passengers sharing.
A flight with a connection, which takes from about 5 hours 25 minutes in total.
By flight from about 5 hours 25 minutes. By ferry and road plan on a full day: the ferry crossing, then a drive of 5 to 7.5 hours.
You enter Thailand, so check Thailand's current entry rules for your passport before you book.
Once a day, usually at 09:30, though on some days it leaves at 11:00 and on others there is no sailing. The return sailing from Tammalang is at around 11:30 to 12:00.
Yes. Thailand is one hour behind Malaysia, so you gain an hour.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Langkawi Andaman Ferry Ventures: Andaman Ferry Venture - Home. Retrieved November 1, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: Satun to Phuket timetable. Retrieved November 1, 2026.
- [3] 12Go: Langkawi to Phuket timetable. Retrieved November 1, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.