What airport do you fly into for flights to Penang?

Booking a flight to Penang Intl (PEN) is your only option if you intend on flying to Penang. It is only a 14.5 km journey from Penang Intl to Penang’s city centre.

Can I find cheaper flights to Penang if I am willing to have stopovers?

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Penang on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

What is the best airline to fly to Penang?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Penang.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Penang?

Penang Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Penang. One-way flights to Penang Intl typically cost $11, while return flights cost around $60.

How much is a return flight to Penang?

A return flight to Penang will typically cost around $84, however they can be found for as little as $60.

Where does the fastest flight to Penang depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Penang, Adelaide offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 45 minutes).

Does Penang Intl have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Penang Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Penang Intl?

Yes. Penang Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Est is the closest property to Penang Intl (0.0 km away from Penang Intl).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Penang?

The most popular airlines flying from Sydney to Penang are Singapore Airlines, Scoot and Malaysia Airlines.

How long is the flight to Penang?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Penang takes 15 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Penang from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Penang?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Penang are Scoot, Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Penang ranges from 76.0 - 386.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 386.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Penang when rainfall is around 76.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Penang, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of August, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to Penang, you should look to book at least 10 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Malaysia Airlines, andScoot to Malaysia have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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8.2

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Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

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Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

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10.0

Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

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Okay

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Singapore Airlines

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Judith,Sept 2026

SFO - SIN

Great except for giving me a dinner with rice in it that I didn’t order.

FAQs about flying to Penang

What airport do you fly into for flights to Penang?
Booking a flight to Penang Intl (PEN) is your only option if you intend on flying to Penang. It is only a 14.5 km journey from Penang Intl to Penang’s city centre.
Can I find cheaper flights to Penang if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Penang on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Penang?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Singapore Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Penang.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Penang?
Penang Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Penang. One-way flights to Penang Intl typically cost $11, while return flights cost around $60.
How much is a return flight to Penang?
A return flight to Penang will typically cost around $84, however they can be found for as little as $60.
Where does the fastest flight to Penang depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Penang, Adelaide offers the quickest one-way flight (9 hours 45 minutes).
Does Penang Intl have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Penang Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Penang Intl?
Yes. Penang Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hotel Est is the closest property to Penang Intl (0.0 km away from Penang Intl).

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What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Penang?

The cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Penang are Scoot, Malaysia Airlines and Singapore Airlines.

Rainfall in Penang by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Penang ranges from 76.0 - 386.0 mm per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 386.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Penang when rainfall is around 76.0 mm.

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How long is the flight to Penang?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Penang takes 15 hours 25 minutes. Flights to Penang from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

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