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Langkawi Prices to Budget your Trip (2025)

Langkawi Prices to Budget your Trip (2025)

Heading to Malaysia? Sharon from Dive into Malaysia shares these Langkawi prices; including accommodation, travel, food and attraction expenses.

South East Asia can be an affordable place to visit, with countries like Malaysia being considerably cheaper than those in the West. Living in Thailand, we are able to visit the incredible places nearby and are always amazed at how cheap things can be. So today, Sharon, the Malaysia expert, shares her experience of Langkawi prices, so you can plan your trip effectively.

a row of local boats surrounded by karst mountains in Langkawi

Introduction to Langkawi

Langkawi is a beautiful tropical island off the north-west coast of the country and needs to be on your Malaysia bucket list. It is an easy place to visit with its own international airport. It’s a great place to enjoy nature with a gorgeous coastline and jungle interior and is well set up for tourists. Spend at least 3 days in Langkawi to have enough time to see the sights and relax and use these Langkawi prices to budget your trip.

Langkawi Prices

LANGKAWI PRICES

Hotel prices in Langkawi

Budget – MYR45-70

Mid-range – MYR100-450

Luxury – MYR650+

A lot of these Langkawi prices is determined by location so if you want beachfront, expect to pay more.

There are some fabulous luxury hotels in Langkawit too, making it one of the more romantic getaways in Asia.

We love The Andaman which is located between a beautiful private beach and the jungle. You can read more about The Andaman here or the best resorts in Langkawi here.

Transport boat in Langkawi

Transport in Langkawi

The attractions in Langkawi are quite spread out for a small island and it’s hard to avoid needing taxis most of the time as there is not much in the way of public transport. Taxis do not work on meters and you should bargain the price before getting in. It’s easy to get a taxi and they are not expensive. However, the costs can add up.

Expect a taxi from the airport to the main tourist area at Pantai Cenang to cost about MYR18. For a day exploring the island, expect to pay MYR15-20.

You may be able to save money by hiring a motorbike or car which can have cheap daily rates (from MYR25) if you arrange once there.

Langkawi prices

Cost of food in Langkawi

Backpacking Asia can be fun and one of the best parts of exploring the region is the food.

You can eat street food for a few ringgit. For a restaurant, expect to pay MYR 15 for an inexpensive restaurant, MYR 50+ for a fancier restaurant. This is per person.

Expect to pay:

  • Coffee – MYR 6 – 9  in a cafe
  • Water – MYR 1.80 
  • Sit down midrange meal for two – MYR 100+
gorgeous karst in Langkawi

Prices of Attractions in Langkawi

You can do the main activity for free – enjoying the beach!

However, there are also some great attractions like the popular SkyCab cable car which costs MYR55 or Underwater World which is MYR46.

It’s also popular to go island hopping which you can do for MYR60. You can find more attractions and their costs here – things to do in Langkawi. 

You can buy a small bottle of water for MYR1. Alcohol is cheaper here than in the rest of Malaysia thanks to being duty-free and you can have a beer for MYR6.

How to save money in Malaysia

Saving money while traveling or living in Malaysia is very achievable with some practical strategies and tips.

Transportation

  • Public Transit: Use affordable public transportation like MRT, LRT, and buses. For instance, a single MRT ride in Kuala Lumpur costs around RM1-5 compared to a taxi ride starting at RM15.
  • Grab App: Use Grab for ridesharing instead of traditional taxis, which often have higher fares. A Grab ride within KL might cost RM8-15, compared to RM20-30 by taxi.
  • Free Shuttle Services: In cities like Penang and Kuala Lumpur, use free bus services like the Penang CAT and GOKL buses.
Langkawi Prices

Food

  • Local Hawker Stalls: Eat at food courts and hawker stalls, where a meal costs around RM5-10, compared to dining in a restaurant where meals can cost RM30-50. Example: Try Nasi Lemak at a roadside stall for RM5 instead of in a café for RM20.
  • Buffet-style Restaurants: Opt for “mixed rice” (Nasi Campur) shops where you pick dishes, often costing only RM7-12 for a full plate.
  • Cooking at Home: If you’re staying for an extended period, buy groceries from markets like Tesco or Mydin. Cooking at home can save a lot compared to eating out daily.

Accommodation

  • Hostels or Budget Hotels: Dorm rooms in hostels can cost as low as RM30-50 per night compared to hotels charging RM200+.
  • Homestays and Airbnb: Share accommodations with other travelers; a room can cost around RM60-80 per night.
  • Couchsurfing: Stay with locals for free while gaining cultural experiences.
Where to go in Malaysia

Attractions

  • Free or Low-Cost Activities: Visit free attractions like Batu Caves in Selangor or Tanjung Rhu Beach in Langkawi.
  • Use discounted combo tickets for attractions like the KL Tower and Petronas Twin Towers.
  • Local Tours: Avoid expensive group tours by opting for self-guided exploration or hiring a local driver for the day (e.g., RM100 for a private driver in Langkawi).

Shopping

  • Street Markets: Shop at markets like Petaling Street in KL or Pasar Malam (night markets) for affordable souvenirs, clothes, and food.
  • Duty-Free Zones: In Langkawi or Labuan, buy alcohol, chocolates, and perfumes at significantly lower prices.
  • Second-Hand Shops: For clothes, look for “bundle” shops selling second-hand items at a fraction of the cost.

Example Day Budget in Malaysia (on a Shoestring)

  • Breakfast: Roti Canai and Teh Tarik at a mamak stall: RM5
  • Transportation: Use the LRT for a round trip: RM4
  • Lunch: Nasi Campur at a hawker center: RM8
  • Attraction: Free visit to the National Mosque (Masjid Negara): RM0
  • Dinner: Satay and fried noodles at a night market: RM10
  • Accommodation: Hostel dorm bed in Kuala Lumpur: RM40

Total: RM67 (~$15 USD)

Full of gorgeous destinations to explore, there are so many places to visit in Malaysia. Langkawi offers affordable luxury; perfect for couples and anyone looking to relax. We hope this Langkawi prices guide has helped you plan your next trip, let us know where you are traveling to in the comments below!


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Dominik Kropacek

Monday 11th of November 2019

Hey Katie,

Am I reading it wrong? So MRI 550 is roughly 1 USD? This can't be right haha...sorry maybe I missed something in the post! But everything seems extremely cheap or am I missing some zeros!? My bad if I am... haha

Dom

Katie

Tuesday 12th of November 2019

Hi Dom, Apologises, the decimal point didn't show up between the numbers! I have updated, thank you for pointing that out!

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