Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ko Lanta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ko Lanta

With a population of 6.090, Ko Lanta is a must-see destination in Krabi Province, Thailand. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ko Lanta has to offer.

When to visit Ko Lanta

Ko Lanta in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 669
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ko Lanta in May
Estimated hotel price
₹ 669
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ko Lanta in February, when the average temperature is 29 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24 °C, with an average temperature of 28 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 380 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Ko Lanta, with an average rainfall of 10 mm.

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How to Get to Ko Lanta

Plane

Although Ko Lanta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Krabi (KBV), which is located 54 km from Ko Lanta. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and other airlines departing from India. The shortest flight to Ko Lanta from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 4h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ko Lanta is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 81 km from Ko Lanta. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Phuket City.

Plane

Although Ko Lanta doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Krabi (KBV), which is located 54 km from Ko Lanta. Phuket Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from IndiGo, Air India, Akasa Air and other airlines departing from India. The shortest flight to Ko Lanta from India departs from New Delhi and takes around 4h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Ko Lanta is to pick up a car hire from Phuket City, which is about 81 km from Ko Lanta. You’ll find branches of Drive Car Rental and Yesaway, among others, in Phuket City.

Airports near Ko Lanta

HKTPhuket City
TSTTrang
KBVKrabi

Airlines serving Ko Lanta

Lufthansa
Good (8,278 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,591 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,265 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,105 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,456 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,245 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (980 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,658 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,720 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,019 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,683 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,544 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,419 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,778 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,522 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,628 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,045 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (319 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (438 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ko Lanta

From 5-star hotels such as the Pimalai Resort & Spa to great affordable options like the Laguna Beach Club Resort, Ko Lanta offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 2,939 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 9,443 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Andawa Lanta Resort and Non Du Lay Guesthouse.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ko Lanta

Most booked hotels in Ko Lanta

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Rawi Warin Resort and Spa
5 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,636+
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Twin Lotus Resort and Spa (Adult Only / November to April)
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
₹ 5,401+
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Lanta Riviera Beach Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
₹ 3,790+
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SriLanta Resort and Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 2,416+
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Clean Beach Resort
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
₹ 2,179+
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Hotel and Beach Bungalow at Lanta Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
₹ 5,128+
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Hiring a car in Ko Lanta

Expect to pay ₹ 140 per litre in Ko Lanta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,683 and ₹ 2,244.

Expect to pay ₹ 140 per litre in Ko Lanta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,683 and ₹ 2,244.