Which airlines offer direct flights to Penang?

Emirates and flydubai both fly non-stop to Penang.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Penang?

The cheapest month to fly to Penang is usually June.

How can I find the best flight deal to Penang?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Penang Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 2 minutes.

How much are round-trip flights to Penang?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Penang is AED 1,430. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Penang Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Penang Airport is Wednesday, June 12, 2024 .

When is the best time to book flights to Penang?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Penang is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with to Penang?

Currently, China Southern and flydubai offer the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Cheap flights to Penang Airport from AED 1,430

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George Town.AED 1,430 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 12, returning Mon, Jun 24.Round-trip flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Dubai on Wed, Jun 12, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departing from Penang on Mon, Jun 24, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,430, select.

George Town.AED 1,708 per passenger.Departing Fri, May 10, returning Sat, May 18.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Dubai on Fri, May 10, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Penang on Sat, May 18, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,708, select.

George Town.AED 1,954 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 5, returning Mon, Jul 15.Round-trip flight with Etihad Airways and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departing from Zayed International on Fri, Jul 5, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departing from Penang on Mon, Jul 15, arriving in Zayed International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 1,954, select.

George Town.AED 2,067 per passenger.Departing Mon, Apr 7, returning Fri, Apr 11.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Dubai on Mon, Apr 7, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Penang on Fri, Apr 11, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,067, select.

George Town.AED 2,117 per passenger.Departing Wed, Nov 20, returning Thu, Dec 5.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Dubai on Wed, Nov 20, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Penang on Thu, Dec 5, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,117, select.

George Town.AED 2,117 per passenger.Departing Thu, Oct 10, returning Thu, Oct 24.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Dubai on Thu, Oct 10, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Penang on Thu, Oct 24, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,117, select.

George Town.AED 2,400 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 7, returning Wed, Jun 12.Round-trip flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Dubai on Fri, Jun 7, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departing from Penang on Wed, Jun 12, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,400, select.

George Town.AED 2,727 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 20, returning Sun, Jan 5.Round-trip flight with Air Arabia and BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departing from Sharjah on Fri, Dec 20, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departing from Penang on Sun, Jan 5, arriving in Sharjah.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 2,727, select.

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Direct flights to Penang

Frequently asked questions

: Emirates and flydubai both fly non-stop to Penang.
: The cheapest month to fly to Penang is usually June.
: We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
: Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 2 minutes.
: The best price we found for a round-trip flight to Penang is AED 1,430. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
: After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Penang Airport is Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
: We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Penang is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
: Currently, China Southern and flydubai offer the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Flying to Penang

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 1,430
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	7 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airline	Emirates
Average flights per week	15

Discover Penang

Reasons To Visit Penang

The island of Penang is one of the most popular travel destinations in Malaysia and is known for its fascinating heritage and beautiful scenery. In the capital George Town there are many stunning works of architecture that must be seen like Penang City Hall and the Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion, while the city also boasts world-class shops and restaurants for the modern traveler. Around Penang each year there are many lively festivals and events such as the Songkran water festival each April, while adventurous travelers will find many opportunities to get out and explore with various hiking and trekking trails available alongside water sports and beautiful beaches.

If you're thinking of exploring more of the country, read our guide to the top places to visit in Malaysia.

Arriving In Penang

Penang International Airport is located around 15 km away from George Town and ranks as the third busiest airport in Malaysia. If you are looking to book flights from the UAE to Penang, you will not find any direct flights available from anywhere in the UAE. However, the airport has comprehensive connections in the region which makes it easy for UAE-based travelers to get to Penang with only a single transfer.

At the airport you will find a decent range of facilities and amenities to keep you happy during your stay. You can spend your time browsing through duty-free goods or explore the retail shops on site, while there are also plenty of cafés and eateries for hungry travelers. Once you have touched down at the airport there are public buses available to get around, although you may prefer the convenience of a taxi if you are unfamiliar with local bus routes. At Penang International Airport there are a few leading car rental agencies operating on site, so you can easily get a hold of your own vehicle when you have landed.

Penang Travel Information

Where to stay: Ratings and booking information for the best hotels in Penang for every budget

As a UAE national traveling to Malaysia you will be able to enter the country visa free for up to 90 days. In Penang temperatures are relatively consistent over the course of the year with average highs of around 31 degrees. There are a couple of rainy seasons in the region including between April and May as well as from August until November, with the driest time of year falling between December and March.

* This information is correct as of February 2018

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