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Cheap Flights from Australia to Penang

 
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Recent return flight deals from Australia to Penang

Wed, 3 Mar - Wed, 24 Mar
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 - 16:25PER  Perth-PEN Penang Intl
29h 50m1 stop Singapore Changi
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10:35 - 19:55PEN  Penang Intl-PER Perth
9h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
RM 1,090Multiple Airlines
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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20:50 - 12:30PER  Perth-PEN Penang Intl
15h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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10:35 - 19:55PEN  Penang Intl-PER Perth
9h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
RM 1,135AirAsia
Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov
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20:50 - 12:30PER  Perth-PEN Penang Intl
15h 40m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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10:35 - 19:55PEN  Penang Intl-PER Perth
9h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
RM 1,139AirAsia
Tue, 23 Mar - Mon, 5 Apr
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:35 - 21:20PER  Perth-PEN Penang Intl
10h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
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21:00 - 19:50PEN  Penang Intl-PER Perth
22h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
RM 1,180Multiple Airlines
Tue, 23 Mar - Mon, 5 Apr
Scoot Logo
10:35 - 21:20PER  Perth-PEN Penang Intl
10h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
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09:30 - 21:05PEN  Penang Intl-PER Perth
11h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi
RM 1,302Scoot
Sat, 14 Nov - Mon, 30 Nov
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20:05 - 08:30SYD  Sydney Kingsford Smith-PEN Penang Intl
15h 25m1 stop Singapore Changi
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09:30 - 12:10PEN  Penang Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith
23h 40m1 stop Singapore Changi
RM 1,907Scoot
Wed, 24 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
Malaysia Airlines Logo
08:30 - 19:50BNE  Brisbane-PEN Penang Intl
13h 20m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
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20:35 - 20:25PEN  Penang Intl-BNE Brisbane
21h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
RM 2,421Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 24 Feb - Sat, 6 Mar
Malaysia Airlines Logo
07:50 - 11:50BNE  Brisbane-PEN Penang Intl
30h 00m2 stops Perth Kuala Lumpur Intl
Malaysia Airlines Logo
20:35 - 20:25PEN  Penang Intl-BNE Brisbane
21h 50m1 stop Kuala Lumpur Intl
RM 2,556Malaysia Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:05 - 20:40ADL  Adelaide-PEN Penang Intl
13h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
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17:45 - 17:20PEN  Penang Intl-ADL Adelaide
21h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
RM 3,540Singapore Airlines
Wed, 25 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:05 - 20:40ADL  Adelaide-PEN Penang Intl
13h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
17:45 - 17:20PEN  Penang Intl-ADL Adelaide
21h 05m1 stop Singapore Changi
RM 3,674Singapore Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Penang

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Penang to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to Penang?

In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Penang was found on the route from Perth, at RM 1,090 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Penang, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as RM 1,964 in the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Penang?

The cheapest month for flights to Penang is March, where tickets cost RM 2,045 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of tickets from Australia is RM 4,217 and RM 3,025 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is October with an average price of RM 915.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Penang?

To get a below average price, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 17% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

RM 657
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 8% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 19% lower on average.
Flight from Perth to Penang

FAQs - booking Penang flights

  • Are there any options available to those travelling on a budget?

    Budget-conscious travellers can find a few budget-friendly airlines offering flights to George Town from various Australia airports. For example, Scoot offer flights from Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney. You can also find flights from Jetstar and AirAsia or AirAsia X. Indonesian low-cost airline Citilink also provide flights stopping in Jakarta, and local Malindo Air have some great deals.

  • Where can I find help at the George Town Airport?

    If you require some additional assistance while at the Penang Airport you can find an Information Desk on the first floor. Friendly staff can help you make the most of the airport facilities or provide you with advice on travelling from the airport. You can also find assistance from the airport CARE ambassadors walking through the airport, wearing their "Ask Me" sash.

  • How do I get to George Town from the George Town Airport?

    The airport has a large bus station outside the Penang Airport Arrivals Area in Lane 3. From here you can catch services throughout the island including to George Town and Bayan Baru. Alternatively, there are also taxi services at the airport. The taxis run on a coupon system with fixed destination prices. Coupons are available in the Arrivals Area before you exit the terminal.

  • Where can I pick up some local currency?

    If you need to purchase some of the local currency at the airport, you can pick up some Malaysian ringgit from booths located in Level 2 of the terminal. Note that this is not the Arrivals Area, but rather you will need to go upstairs to the Check-in Area. These are run by HongLeong Bank and CIMB Bank. There are also ATMs where you can withdraw cash in the Arrivals Area.

  • Are there any car hire services at the George Town Airport?

    There are about 15 different rental car companies based at the George Town Airport, the smaller and local providers including Kasina, Hawk, and Green Matrix; and the big, international brands such as Europcar, Hertz, Avis, and Sixt. Hours vary, however Europcar is open 24h. The cars can be picked up in the covered car park across from the terminal.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Penang?

    In the last 5 days, the cheapest flight deal to Penang was found on the route from Perth, at RM 1,090 return. The most popular connection is from Melbourne to Penang, while KAYAK users have found return deals for as low as RM 1,964 in the last 5 days.

  • How far is Penang Intl Airport from central Penang?

    The distance between Penang Intl Airport and the city centre of Penang is 15 km.

  • What is the name of Penang’s airport?

    Penang is served by Penang Intl Airport, also commonly referred to as Penang Intl. The airport code is PEN.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Penang?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Penang.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Penang?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Penang is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Penang?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Penang with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Penang?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Penang up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • How many direct flights to Penang are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1,352 direct flights from within Australia to Penang. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Penang

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Penang flight deals.
  • The closest airport to George Town is the Penang International Airport (PEN), located about 40min from George Town in Bayan Lepas, to the south of Penang Island.
  • While you will not find direct flights from Australia to George Town, you can find several flight options with a single stopover. The most popular stopovers are in nearby Singapore or Kuala Lumpur.
  • As the major international airport on Penang Island, Penang International Airport is not only the gateway to George Town but to the entire island, including the Penang National Park and Penang Hill.
  • For those staying or visiting nearby Jerejak Island, the Penang Airport is about a 15min drive from the Marina. Here you can catch a ferry to Jerejak Island which will take about 10min.
  • If you’re looking for a baby care room after your flight to George Town, there is one located on Level 2 in the public area of the Penang Airport before you pass security. The Arrivals Area is on Level 1 so you will need to head upstairs.
  • You have several dining options for a snack at the Penang Airport, whether you’re looking for something local or fast-food. On Level 1 there is the Gemini Café and the local cuisine Nasi Kandar, or there is a McDonalds on Level 2 before security.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Australia to Penang

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Penang? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.2
Singapore AirlinesOverall score based on 1627 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.3Boarding
8.6Crew
8.1Entertainment
7.8Food
Airline reviews

I had the worst experience of my life in travel. Due to circumstances beyond my control (catastrophic traffic accidents on the highway between Gold Coast and Brisbane) I missed my flight for the first time ever. Because I booked through Kayak Singapore Airlines were not interested in helping me. They told me to contact the agent that I booked through. I was extremely stressed as I had connecting flights in Europe. First Kayak told me that the next available flights were in four days time. Then they told me that they could do it but at a cost of $2600 AUD. When I agreed he told me that he was having trouble getting it through Singapore’s system and he would contact me further once it had been done. When I had not heard from him after several hours, I phoned Kayak again, spoke to a different person who said he could do it for $8200. I declined and told him to cancel the booking. The worst part of this experience was that I had booked 5 flights altogether with Singapore including Premium Economy on two legs and Singapore cancelled all my flights including the return legs leaving me with having to completely reschedule my entire trip. Kayak refunded me $2000 from $5200, obviously leaving me out of pocket. This has left me feeling that I will never deal with Kayak or Singapore Airlines again.

2.0 MediocreJanine, Jul 2026
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I had the worst experience of my life in travel. Due to circumstances beyond my control (catastrophic traffic accidents on the highway between Gold Coast and Brisbane) I missed my flight for the first time ever. Because I booked through Kayak Singapore Airlines were not interested in helping me. They told me to contact the agent that I booked through. I was extremely stressed as I had connecting flights in Europe. First Kayak told me that the next available flights were in four days time. Then they told me that they could do it but at a cost of $2600 AUD. When I agreed he told me that he was having trouble getting it through Singapore’s system and he would contact me further once it had been done. When I had not heard from him after several hours, I phoned Kayak again, spoke to a different person who said he could do it for $8200. I declined and told him to cancel the booking. The worst part of this experience was that I had booked 5 flights altogether with Singapore including Premium Economy on two legs and Singapore cancelled all my flights including the return legs leaving me with having to completely reschedule my entire trip. Kayak refunded me $2000 from $5200, obviously leaving me out of pocket. This has left me feeling that I will never deal with Kayak or Singapore Airlines again.

Crew were so busy Anna so awesome. I was in a seat that got my food nearly last but the crew were Just awesome.

Really great service throughout and the food was really nice. I can highly recommend thank you very much.

Wish the seat don’t have restrictions, can’t fully insert backpack all the way inside.

I have difficulties to book wheelchair for my parents returned flight

Lounge a access was excellent as was the attentiveness and service from the crew as always. The food and drink supplied were of good quality. The entertainment system had a good selection and I liked the mapping system supplied. However the screen wild have been bigger and the operation a little smoother to navigate. The seats were barely comfortable, but adequate.

Flight was delayed by baggage loading onto the plane. This was attributed to "inclement weather" (some moderate rain) which could be said to be beyond the airline's control, but the problematic part was that the plane was boarded and doors shut so that passengers sat in a cramped plane with rising temperature (full flight) for an hour. The airline was aware of the status of baggage loading, they could have deferred boarding to keep passengers comfortable.

Good flight. Fiod was ready a bit late hence a hurry to finish before landing. Excellent crew and service

A pc of cake or biscuit at least. The airport was like a maze need to take another bus to the main terminal to immigration.

Flight was delayed by 2 hours. No entertainment on the 737-800NG. Somewhat squeezy.

The food served was the best of the 3 airplane flights we took on this vacation. Stewardesses were very nice.

multiple passengers on single PNR should be allowed to update/upgrade class.

The crews were very professional and courteous. Pleasant flight and thank you!

They wouldn't let me on the plane. The 3rd party apparently didn't pay for the tickets properly?

OK seats comfortable, easy boarding/embarking, excellent connection to domestic Malaysia flight with baggage checked through without customs. Catering especially drinks borderline ok luckily less important aspect

Did not take as cancelled 3 time so took another airline

The IFE is quite unconvenient if using our own device. Not all passenger brought their own earphone/headphone.

chaos boarding. Crew in business class seemed short staffed and lacking in attention to details initially, but did improve during flight.

I had purchased extra leg room for all legs of the flight but due to a delay in leaving Perth I was put on another flight but with Emirates. My luggage was initially lost but later found and my suitcase was broken. I ended up losing my upgrades

On-time & very well priced. All you need on a short flight.

Friendly staff but otherwise a typical no frills airline. The sets are extremely cramped

Flight delayed for one hour last minute change the gate this is something new? Wak all over the airport bit fast bording to flight smd miss my meeting in kuaa lumpur is the year end meeting no internet in flught which is not good Anyway overall is good thanks to the crew on duty Un able to check in on line and choose the seat thatbi wanted and in flight meal too unable to purchase rrally sad Should get priority seat in next booking

Flight was delayed from 8pm to near midnight. They made us board then sit in the cabin and wait for even longer for take-off. No compensation whatsoever - not even in a free drink or meal

We were told that flight was delayed by 20 mins, but it left close to an hour late. But they did make it up and arrived early; it's just very difficult to keep waiting when it's a late flight. Food was mediocre.

I had a wonderful experience with this company. The staff were all very friendly and helpful. Our pilot was skilled and clearly experienced. The value for the price was excellent. I would definitely recommend them.

Very quick turn around, plane was in good condition, alles paletti.

Instead of landing we had to go around and landed in Kuala Lumpur International Airport instead of Subang. Then we had to restart and arrived over 2.5 hrs late

As usual, poor communication on delays. No info, no updates, no apologies.

Boarding was nuts. Gate change. Delayed. No communication from gate staff. They seemed lost. Rest of the flight went well

Premium check in was worth it. Boarding process was a little chaotic. Seats were super cramped and I am less than 80kg and 180cm

Flawless and ontime departure, pity about the fog at Qingdao, we circled for 90 mins

For a low cost airline they provide excellent value and modern planes. It did not feel cheap. But onboard drinks and meals are expensive and do not offer great value. Overall, a good experience.

Boarding was not as per sequence Light snacks were not available Window had hair oil stains and water condensation

Apart from the staff at the airport who were amazing the rest of the experience with scoot was disgusting a very basic flight packed and uncomfortable no consideration to a disabled traveller. And even worse from Singapore to Vienna. All about the money. Not even a complementary coffee or juice. From the airline. The staff at the airport didn't look at me as been disabled and no help not even a wheelchair was offered. The food on the plane was cheap and tasteless and expensive no entertainment on plane and WiFi which had to be paid for was intermittent at best.

Uncoordinated boarding, seat comfort is terrible, even toilet is so small that overweight people wouldn't fit in. Baggage scam with additional fees. Stay away from this airline.

Finishes were quite worn, including our very scratched up seatback. No entertainment available, and the WiFi (even for “ScootHub”) was very slow. Crew were somewhat friendly.

WiFi didn’t work on both sectors so made killing time harder - planes clean modern and good flight crew - would do again if WiFi works

We flew on the 787 Dreamliner direct to main gate at KLIA2, quick entry via eGate and on the train 41mins after touchdown. Go well SCOOT

Was on scoot plus. The only good thing about the flight was the spacious seats. Tables and armrests were extremely dirty Food: bad Entertainment: non existent Wifi: unable to connect, then was painfully slow that we couldn’t even send messages Good thing we had a night flight, so we just slept throughout.

Me and my Partner were in seats 6A and 6B. (Which we paid a premium for). Unfortunately the person is seat 6C was large and because of his size my Partner was squashed to the point of discomfort and unable to sit properly. We requested to be moved to some empty seats and two hours into the flight the crew moved us. Perhaps it’s time airlines began checking passenger sizes to ensure they don’t encroach into fellow passengers seating space!

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