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RM 1,571 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 7/3. 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 round-trip 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 Sunday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as RM 4,510. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Tuesday, where round-trip prices are RM 6,385 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 February, where tickets cost RM 4,412 on average for return flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, where the average cost of tickets from the United States is RM 8,175 and RM 6,271 respectively. For one-way flights, the best month to travel is April with an average price of RM 4,196.

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

The average price for all round-trip 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 round-trip flights cost RM 5,893 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 5,893.

Good to know

Low season

August

High season

June

Cheapest flight

RM 1,571
Best time to beat the crowds (16% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (22% 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.

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

    Each week there are around 317 direct flights from within United States to Penang. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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Top tips for finding cheap flights to Penang

  • Book at least 1 week before departure in order to get a below-average price.
  • High season is considered to be January, November and December. The cheapest month to fly from the United States is April.
  • 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, +50 more

Air Canada, Air France, +51 more

Tuesday

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

Air Canada, Air China, +51 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +48 more

Air Canada, Air France, +49 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +52 more

Air Canada, Air China, +53 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +51 more

Air Canada, Air France, +52 more

Saturday

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

Air Canada, Air China, +52 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +50 more

Air Canada, Air France, +51 more

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Direct returns

Penang Intl to United States

Monday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +50 more

Air Canada, Air France, +51 more

Tuesday

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

Air Canada, Air China, +51 more

Wednesday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +48 more

Air Canada, Air France, +49 more

Thursday

Air Canada, Air China, Air France, +52 more

Air Canada, Air China, +53 more

Friday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +51 more

Air Canada, Air France, +52 more

Saturday

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

Air Canada, Air China, +52 more

Sunday

Air Canada, Air France, Air India, +50 more

Air Canada, Air France, +51 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.
16/1Thu
1 stopChina Eastern
28h 00mLAX-PEN
22/1Wed
1 stopChina Eastern
40h 35mPEN-LAX
RM 3,223
24/3Mon
1 stopSingapore Airlines
31h 40mSFO-PEN
7/4Mon
1 stopSingapore Airlines
36h 40mPEN-SFO
RM 3,403
31/3Mon
1 stopCathay Pacific
26h 30mSFO-PEN
6/5Tue
1 stopCathay Pacific
24h 20mPEN-SFO
RM 3,502
24/3Mon
1 stopUnited Airlines
38h 30mSFO-PEN
8/4Tue
2 stopsUnited Airlines
60h 25mPEN-SFO
RM 3,507
7/5Wed
1 stopCathay Pacific
39h 20mLAX-PEN
8/9Mon
1 stopCathay Pacific
24h 35mPEN-LAX
RM 3,651
2/2Sun
2 stopsUnited Airlines
45h 55mLAX-PEN
12/2Wed
2 stopsUnited Airlines
41h 55mPEN-LAX
RM 3,714
2/2Sun
2 stops
45h 55mLAX-PEN
11/2Tue
2 stops
27h 56mPEN-LAX
RM 3,719
21/2Fri
2 stops
32h 53mSEA-PEN
8/3Sat
2 stops
23h 01mPEN-SEA
RM 3,903
12/3Wed
2 stopsQatar Airways
32h 35mJFK-PEN
2/4Wed
2 stopsQatar Airways
29h 30mPEN-JFK
RM 4,448
12/3Wed
1 stopQatar Airways
32h 35mJFK-PEN
2/4Wed
2 stopsQatar Airways
29h 30mPEN-JFK
RM 4,565

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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.
7/3Fri
1 stopSingapore Airlines
31h 40mSFO-PEN
RM 1,571
2/2Sun
1 stopSingapore Airlines
34h 40mSEA-PEN
RM 1,720
4/2Tue
2 stops
45h 37mLAX-PEN
RM 2,008
15/2Sat
2 stops
45h 29mLAX-PEN
RM 2,012
6/2Thu
2 stops
35h 31mLAX-PEN
RM 2,039
29/1Wed
1 stopCathay Pacific
28h 45mLAX-PEN
RM 2,057
2/2Sun
2 stopsUnited Airlines
44h 45mLAX-PEN
RM 2,147
12/2Wed
1 stopCathay Pacific
40h 05mLAX-PEN
RM 2,179
3/2Mon
2 stopsUnited Airlines
38h 23mONT-PEN
RM 2,372
4/1Sat
1 stopChina Eastern
27h 30mSFO-PEN
RM 2,381

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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.
25/12Wed
multi-stopChina Airlines
23h 35mONT-PEN
8/1Wed
multi-stopChina Airlines
17h 30mPEN-ONT
RM 8,468
25/12Wed
multi-stop
23h 35mONT-PEN
26/2Wed
multi-stop
22h 55mPEN-ONT
RM 9,467
21/12Sat
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
39h 45mSEA-PEN
31/12Tue
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
29h 34mPEN-SEA
RM 12,150
23/12Mon
multi-stopCathay Pacific
28h 05mSFO-PEN
7/1Tue
multi-stopCathay Pacific
23h 55mPEN-SFO
RM 12,159
22/12Sun
multi-stopCathay Pacific
21h 10mSFO-PEN
9/1Thu
multi-stopCathay Pacific
19h 00mPEN-SFO
RM 12,164
22/12Sun
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
42h 45mSFO-PEN
6/1Mon
multi-stopSingapore Airlines
26h 35mPEN-SFO
RM 12,263
22/12Sun
multi-stopSTARLUX Airlines
25h 40mSFO-PEN
12/1Sun
multi-stopSTARLUX Airlines
17h 00mPEN-SFO
RM 12,826
22/12Sun
multi-stopSTARLUX Airlines
25h 40mSFO-PEN
5/1Sun
multi-stopSTARLUX Airlines
17h 00mPEN-SFO
RM 13,992
25/12Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
44h 05mONT-PEN
8/1Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
35h 53mPEN-ONT
RM 14,698
21/12Sat
multi-stopQatar Airways
35h 20mSFO-PEN
7/1Tue
multi-stopQatar Airways
39h 30mPEN-SFO
RM 21,739

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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)

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