Cheap flights from Australia to Penang from $170

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 9/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — PEN
19 May — 26 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Penang

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 April 2026.

Thu 19/1105:15
PER
-
PEN
1 stop8h 50m
AirAsia
Thu 26/1110:55
PEN
-
PER
1 stop9h 00m
AirAsia
Deal found 15/4$291
Mon 8/604:45
PER
-
PEN
1 stop13h 45m
AirAsia
Wed 17/621:00
PEN
-
PER
1 stop22h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 16/4$293
Wed 18/1120:40
PER
-
PEN
1 stop11h 00m
AirAsia
Wed 25/1110:55
PEN
-
PER
1 stop9h 00m
AirAsia
Deal found 14/4$294
Mon 16/1105:15
PER
-
PEN
1 stop8h 50m
AirAsia
Thu 19/1117:25
PEN
-
PER
1 stop11h 05m
AirAsia
Deal found 17/4$296
Sat 17/1020:50
PER
-
PEN
1 stop10h 50m
AirAsia
Fri 23/1019:15
PEN
-
PER
1 stop8h 30m
AirAsia
Deal found 16/4$301
Sat 8/820:50
PER
-
PEN
1 stop10h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 12/809:05
PEN
-
PER
1 stop10h 45m
AirAsia
Deal found 18/4$303
Tue 1/905:35
PER
-
PEN
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 10/909:05
PEN
-
PER
1 stop10h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$322
Sat 5/905:35
PER
-
PEN
1 stop15h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 12/908:10
PEN
-
PER
1 stop11h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$325
Thu 7/504:45
PER
-
PEN
1 stop17h 25m
AirAsia
Mon 11/506:25
PEN
-
PER
1 stop21h 20m
AirAsia
Deal found 17/4$337
Sat 17/1005:35
PER
-
PEN
1 stop10h 45m
Scoot
Wed 21/1022:20
PEN
-
PER
1 stop18h 50m
Scoot
Deal found 16/4$365
Sat 6/605:35
PER
-
PEN
1 stop26h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/619:25
PEN
-
PER
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$375
Wed 18/1120:40
PER
-
PEN
1 stop19h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/1119:55
PEN
-
PER
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$390

Find flight deals from Australia to Penang

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Penang flight deals. Data was last updated 19 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$293

One-way from

$170

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$809
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 8/6-17/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 35m total
  • Australia to Penang
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 9/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 25m total
  • Australia to Penang
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($251 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($47 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 19 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

PerthPenang

PER - PEN

PERPEN

Perth

Thu 7/5

04:45-22:10

1 stop17h 25m

Penang Intl

Mon 11/5

06:25-03:45

1 stop21h 20m

$337

PerthPenang

PER - PEN

PERPEN

Perth

Thu 7/5

18:25-20:35

3 stops26h 10m

Penang Intl

Mon 11/5

06:25-03:45

1 stop21h 20m

$468

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/8

20:50-08:35

1 stop13h 45m

Penang Intl

Tue 25/8

07:05-19:35

1 stop10h 30m

$496

PerthPenang

PER - PEN

PERPEN

Perth

Sun 31/5

04:45-23:00

1 stop18h 15m

Penang Intl

Sun 7/6

08:30-17:10

2 stops32h 40m

$597

PerthPenang

PER - PEN

PERPEN

Perth

Tue 12/5

23:15-21:30

1 stop22h 15m

Penang Intl

Sat 16/5

16:00-05:50

1 stop13h 50m

$599

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/5

20:35-19:15

2 stops24h 40m

Penang Intl

Sat 16/5

22:20-19:20

1 stop19h 00m

$630

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/6

13:00-18:10

2 stops31h 10m

Penang Intl

Mon 8/6

11:10-19:20

2 stops30h 10m

$664

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/6

13:00-23:00

2 stops36h 00m

Penang Intl

Mon 8/6

13:45-19:20

2 stops27h 35m

$672

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 30/4

20:40-16:20

1 stop21h 40m

Penang Intl

Sun 3/5

09:30-11:45

1 stop24h 15m

$679

MelbournePenang

MEL - PEN

MELPEN

Melbourne

Thu 18/6

13:00-13:10

2 stops26h 10m

Penang Intl

Tue 23/6

13:45-11:45

2 stops20h 00m

$715

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Penang

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Penang (average of $167). Flying from Australia to Penang in February is currently the most expensive (average of $954). 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.

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 19 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Australia to Penang, such as Singapore Airlines,Malaysia Airlines, andAirAsia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Australia to Penang. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Penang from Australia?

    Penang Intl (PEN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Australia to Penang. It is only a 14.5 km journey from Penang Intl (PEN) to Penang’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Penang?

    For as low as $337, AirAsia can have you in Penang from Australia in 17h 25m. Australia and Penang are separated by a distance of 4458 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Australia to Penang one-way?

    $120 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from AirAsia. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Batik Air and Scoot, with prices starting from $140 and $147, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Penang?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to Penang?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Penang (average of $167). Flying from Australia to Penang in February is currently the most expensive (average of $954). 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 6 airlines flying from Australia to Penang

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirAsiaCheapest$254Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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ScootCheapest$275Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Batik AirCheapest$307Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$500Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$537Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Cathay PacificCheapest$619Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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