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RM 1,982 Find cheap flights from the United States to Penang

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight to Penang departing on 2/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Flights to Penang - Travel Insights & Trends

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 day to fly to Penang?

The average price of all flights to Penang clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Penang is Monday where tickets can be as cheap as RM 4,377. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Tuesday, where prices are RM 6,178 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Penang?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Penang, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights to Penang is April, where tickets cost RM 5,697 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and June, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is RM 21,312 and RM 8,820 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is February with an average price of RM 4,321.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Penang?

The average price for all flights to Penang depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
The cheapest time of day to fly to Penang is generally at night, when flights cost RM 5,702 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Penang is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is RM 5,702.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

June

Cheapest flight

RM 1,982
Best time to beat the crowds (15% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from San Francisco to Penang

FAQs - booking Penang flights

  • What transportation options are there for going from Penang International Airport to the city center?

    An easy way of going from Penang International Airport to the city center is by driving, which will normally take you around 40min in total depending on what traffic and weather are like. You can also take public transportation instead, including bus line 401E, which will bring you to the city center in approximately 1h 10min.

  • Is it possible for travelers to rent a car from Penang International Airport after their flight has landed?

    Penang International Airport has a car rental center that can be found in the Arrivals Terminal. There are a few different car rental companies that have desks in this center, including Europcar, Hawk Rent a Car, New Bob Rent a Car, and Vagabond.

  • Are there any hotels that are located at Penang International Airport?

    While there are not any hotels that are located directly at Penang International Airport, there are several that are within a 10-minute drive of PEN and have airport shuttle services for guests to take advantage of. Make sure to book the shuttle service well in advance in order to ensure that it is available.

  • What services does Penang International Airport offer for travelers with disabilities?

    Penang International Airport has ramps and elevators that make it accessible for individuals with disabilities or limited mobility, including those that are in wheelchairs. Wheelchairs are also available for any travelers that may need one. Airport employees can help travelers with exiting the plane, collecting their luggage, and exiting the airport.

  • How far is Penang Intl Airport from central Penang?

    There are 15 km between Penang city centre and Penang Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Penang’s airport?

    When flying to Penang, you'll arrive at Penang Intl Airport (PEN). The airport is also known as Penang Intl.

  • 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.

  • Which airline offers the most flights to Penang?

    Of the 5 airlines that fly to Penang, AirAsia offers the most flights, with around 120 per week, followed by Firefly with 75 flights per week.

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

    Each week there are around 280 direct flights from within United States to Penang. The most common day for departures is Monday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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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.
  • Penang International Airport (PEN) is the main transportation hub for not only the city of Bayan Lepas, but also for the entirety of Penang Island. In general, if you are traveling somewhere in northern Malaysia, it is common to first fly to PEN before then heading to your final destination.
  • Those that are traveling with small children will want to keep in mind that Penang International Airport has a baby room that is located on Level 2 of the Public Concourse. This room has plenty of space to store a stroller and contains a changing table, running water, outlets, and seating.
  • Once you have landed at Penang International Airport, you may have some questions about the area, such as activities or public transportation. If this is the case, head to the Information Desk that is on the first floor of the Main Terminal, or look for the Airport CARE Ambassadors that are wearing “Ask Me” sashes.
  • To freshen up after a long day of traveling, you can always choose to take a shower in the CIC Washroom, which is located on Level 2 of the main building. This shower service is available for a small fee and travelers are required to bring their own shower supplies.
  • Many travelers will find themselves hungry after their flight has landed at Penang International Airport. You can choose from a variety of dining options, including sit-down restaurants and cafes that serve to-go food. Many of the choices service traditional Malaysian cuisine.
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Prefer to fly direct to Penang Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct to Penang Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

United States to Penang Intl

Monday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +46 more

Air Canada, Air France, +47 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +49 more

Air Canada, Air China, +50 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +45 more

Air Canada, Air France, +46 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +51 more

Air Canada, Air China, +52 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +47 more

Air Canada, Air France, +48 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +50 more

Air Canada, Air China, +51 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +47 more

Air Canada, Air France, +48 more

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Direct returns

Penang Intl to United States

Monday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +46 more

Air Canada, Air France, +47 more

Tuesday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +49 more

Air Canada, Air China, +50 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +45 more

Air Canada, Air France, +46 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +51 more

Air Canada, Air China, +52 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +47 more

Air Canada, Air France, +48 more

Saturday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +50 more

Air Canada, Air China, +51 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +47 more

Air Canada, Air France, +48 more

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Book cheap flights from the United States to Penang

Recent return flight deals

 
These are the cheapest return flights to Penang found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
26/11Tue
1 stopXiamenAir
27h 45mLAX-PEN
4/12Wed
1 stopXiamenAir
39h 20mPEN-LAX
RM 2,796
24/11Sun
1 stopXiamenAir
27h 45mLAX-PEN
4/12Wed
1 stopXiamenAir
39h 20mPEN-LAX
RM 3,106
26/11Tue
1 stop
23h 00mLAX-PEN
3/12Tue
1 stop
21h 00mPEN-LAX
RM 3,232
4/2Tue
1 stopCathay Pacific
20h 30mSFO-PEN
11/3Tue
1 stopCathay Pacific
24h 10mPEN-SFO
RM 3,310
4/2Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
38h 25mSFO-PEN
11/3Tue
1 stopUnited Airlines
25h 00mPEN-SFO
RM 3,411
4/2Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
38h 25mSFO-PEN
11/3Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
37h 05mPEN-SFO
RM 3,463
16/1Thu
1 stopCathay Pacific
27h 40mLAX-PEN
11/2Tue
1 stopCathay Pacific
23h 50mPEN-LAX
RM 3,506
26/11Tue
2 stops
31h 15mLAX-PEN
4/12Wed
1 stop
39h 20mPEN-LAX
RM 3,681
27/3Thu
1 stopSingapore Airlines
19h 45mSEA-PEN
7/4Mon
1 stopSingapore Airlines
36h 25mPEN-SEA
RM 3,955
19/3Wed
1 stopSingapore Airlines
21h 15mLAX-PEN
26/3Wed
1 stopSingapore Airlines
23h 35mPEN-LAX
RM 4,068

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best deals for one-way flights to Penang found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
2/12Mon
1 stop
29h 45mSFO-PEN
RM 1,982
28/11Thu
2 stops
27h 35mSFO-PEN
RM 2,025
31/12Tue
1 stopXiamenAir
27h 45mLAX-PEN
RM 2,452
1/1Wed
1 stopCathay Pacific
40h 05mLAX-PEN
RM 2,500
29/12Sun
1 stopXiamenAir
27h 45mLAX-PEN
RM 2,583
7/11Thu
1 stopChina Airlines
22h 40mSFO-PEN
RM 2,783
28/11Thu
1 stopSingapore Airlines
32h 10mSFO-PEN
RM 2,809
1/1Wed
1 stopChina Airlines
31h 30mLAX-PEN
RM 2,997
12/3Wed
2 stopsSingapore Airlines
32h 39mSJC-PEN
RM 3,001
26/1Sun
1 stopCathay Pacific
38h 05mJFK-PEN
RM 3,284

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Last minute flights to Penang

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights to Penang that are departing in the next 10 days.
31/10Thu
multi-stopCathay Pacific
27h 40mLAX-PEN
5/12Thu
multi-stopCathay Pacific
21h 25mPEN-LAX
RM 3,842
31/10Thu
multi-stop
35h 10mSFO-PEN
6/11Wed
multi-stop
29h 25mPEN-SFO
RM 3,868
31/10Thu
multi-stopChina Airlines
23h 40mSFO-PEN
6/11Wed
multi-stopChina Airlines
19h 30mPEN-SFO
RM 3,981
31/10Thu
multi-stop
27h 40mLAX-PEN
5/12Thu
multi-stop
26h 05mPEN-LAX
RM 4,508
31/10Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
33h 45mSFO-PEN
6/11Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
34h 07mPEN-SFO
RM 5,723
1/11Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
33h 45mSFO-PEN
8/11Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
36h 23mPEN-SFO
RM 6,651
31/10Thu
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
30h 41mSJC-PEN
6/11Wed
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
30h 12mPEN-SJC
RM 6,725
1/11Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
33h 20mLAX-PEN
5/12Thu
multi-stopQatar Airways
36h 25mPEN-LAX
RM 7,122
1/11Fri
multi-stopChina Airlines
31h 20mSJC-PEN
8/11Fri
multi-stopChina Airlines
34h 52mPEN-SJC
RM 9,487
31/10Thu
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
27h 21mSJC-PEN
6/11Wed
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
35h 05mPEN-SJC
RM 12,736

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Everything you need to know for your flight to Penang

Information on the airport you'll fly into in Penang

Penang (PEN)