Langkawi is easily accessible by air, sea, rail and road. From Malaysia's capital city Kuala Lumpur (koo-ah-la--loom-puohr), or Penang, you can take a direct flight on the national carrier Malaysia Airlines (MAS) daily. Malaysia Airlines and Silk Air operate direct flights from Singapore to the island. The Kuala Lumpur - Langkawi flight normally takes about 45 minutes.