Cheap flights from Sydney to Penang from $289

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — PEN
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Penang Intl are usually found in August or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Sat 29/1120:05SYD - PEN
1 stop16h 30mScoot
Mon 8/1209:30PEN - SYD
1 stop30h 20mScoot
Deal found 19/11$621
Sat 29/1113:35SYD - PEN
1 stop10h 45mScoot
Wed 3/1222:20PEN - SYD
1 stop11h 00mScoot
Deal found 20/11$688
Sat 6/1220:05SYD - PEN
1 stop16h 30mScoot
Sat 13/1222:20PEN - SYD
1 stop11h 00mScoot
Deal found 20/11$689
Sat 29/1120:05SYD - PEN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/1201:10PEN - SYD
1 stop34h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$729
Fri 5/1213:35SYD - PEN
1 stop10h 45mScoot
Fri 12/1222:20PEN - SYD
1 stop11h 00mScoot
Deal found 19/11$759
Sat 29/1107:15SYD - PEN
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/1222:20PEN - SYD
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$790
Sat 29/1107:15SYD - PEN
2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1222:20PEN - SYD
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$791
Sat 29/1107:15SYD - PEN
2 stops29h 05mBatik Air
Wed 3/1218:30PEN - SYD
2 stops32h 45mBatik Air
Deal found 20/11$845
Sat 6/1220:05SYD - PEN
1 stop16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/1209:05PEN - SYD
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$847

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Penang

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Penang (PEN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$621

One-way from

$289

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$768
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 29/11-8/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 50m total
  • Sydney to Penang
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 19/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 00m total
  • Sydney to Penang
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($244 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($52 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Penang that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Penang that are best for you.

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SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

21:15-07:35

1 stop12h 20m

Penang Intl

Thu 28/5

22:05-11:35

1 stop11h 30m

$606

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 2/5

21:15-07:35

1 stop12h 20m

Penang Intl

Tue 26/5

22:05-11:35

1 stop11h 30m

$613

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 31/3

13:50-10:00

1 stop23h 10m

Penang Intl

Sat 2/5

06:35-20:00

1 stop11h 25m

$630

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

21:25-00:10

1 stop29h 45m

Penang Intl

Sat 28/2

20:00-20:35

1 stop21h 35m

$640

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

07:05-23:45

2 stops18h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 1/6

09:00-06:05

2 stops19h 05m

$875

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

07:05-23:45

2 stops18h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 28/5

06:25-06:05

2 stops21h 40m

$875

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

07:05-23:45

2 stops18h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 28/5

10:05-06:05

2 stops18h 00m

$875

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

07:05-23:45

2 stops18h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 1/6

13:55-06:05

2 stops14h 10m

$875

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/4

07:05-23:45

2 stops18h 40m

Penang Intl

Tue 26/5

09:00-06:05

2 stops19h 05m

$875

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 28/4

07:05-08:00

2 stops26h 55m

Penang Intl

Tue 26/5

13:55-06:05

2 stops14h 10m

$875

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Penang

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Penang

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Penang?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Penang. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Penang, you should look to book at least 87 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Penang?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Penang (average of $420). Flying from Sydney to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of $864). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to PEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Penang. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Penang in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 21% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Penang. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Penang. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines, Qantas Airways, andMalaysia Airlines from Sydney to Penang have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Juliet,Oct 2025

PUS - SIN

Very kind staff to arrange my luggage and really appreciate all help.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Penang. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Penang?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Penang in 18h 40m. Fly via Batik Air to get the fastest option. There are 6890 km between Sydney and Penang.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Penang round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Penang round-trip from $439. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are XiamenAir, from $691, and Malaysia Airlines, from $703. Users have found that Scoot is 52% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Penang?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Merlion, and Sim Lim Square can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 16.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $130 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Penang flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Penang that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Penang flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Penang?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Penang.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Penang?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Penang by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Penang?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Penang (average of $420). Flying from Sydney to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of $864). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Sydney to Penang

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$439Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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XiamenAirCheapest$691Average$1,130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time49%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$703Average$981FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$802Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$905Average$1,006FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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