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September 18 - September 21

Cheapest

KUL - Penang

$53

$35

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September 16 - September 21

Earliest

KUL - Penang

$52

$36

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November 20 - November 22

KUL - Penang

$45

$36

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September 18 - September 22

KUL - Penang

$53

$37

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September 19 - September 29

KUL - Penang

$47

$38

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December 21 - December 27

Best

KUL - Penang

$78

$40

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December 21 - December 28

Best

KUL - Penang

$78

$40

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September 22 - September 26

KUL - Penang

$52

$41

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October 14 - October 17

KUL - Penang

$52

$41

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October 10 - October 18

KUL - Penang

$50

$41

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Insights for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

For flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Prices for this route typically range from $36 to $89, with a median of $69. Right now, fares are above the typical level. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang? The data indicates that January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median fare of $15. March is also a budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $16, while December offers a median fare of $23.

For travelers flying from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 91.4% of recent fares being direct flights. For the small percentage of itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

A typical journey from Kuala Lumpur to Penang takes about 2h 0m, including any connections. This duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries on this route.

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Penang is 325 kilometers, making this a short-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Regular price: $43 - $90

Prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $43 and $90. The current lowest deal is $35 with Malaysia Airlines for travel from Sep 18-Sep 21.

now $35

Low $43

High $90

The cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

The cheapest month to fly from KUL to PEN is January, with a median price of 15 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 82 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $15

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $82

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Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Malaysia Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Penang

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Penang (PEN)

Northwest Regional Airlines

$45

$42

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Penang

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Penang (PEN)

Northwest Regional Airlines

$53

$42

One-way

Thu, Sep 10

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Penang

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Penang (PEN)

Northwest Regional Airlines

$53

$42

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Penang

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Penang (PEN)

Malaysia Airlines

$52

$36

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Penang

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Penang (PEN)

Northwest Regional Airlines

$51

$42

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

KUL - Penang

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) - Penang (PEN)

Northwest Regional Airlines

$46

$42

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

6 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 27

$78 → $40

49%

7 nights

Dec 21 - Dec 28

$78 → $40

49%

2 nights

Dec 27 - Dec 29

$77 → $42

46%

4 nights

Dec 22 - Dec 26

$77 → $42

46%

Popular Airports to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Kuala Lumpur - Penang route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Kuala Lumpur to Penang are above the typical level, with a median price of $69.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, with a median price of $15.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 0m

The typical direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Penang takes 2 hours and 0 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

91.4% of deals are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 91.4% of deals being non-stop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Malaysia Airlines offers direct flights

Malaysia Airlines is one of the airlines providing direct flights on the Kuala Lumpur to Penang route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Historically, deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day.

Kuala Lumpur main airports to depart from

Kuala Lumpur International (KUL)

Cheapest

Kuala Lumpur International Airport is a primary option for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang.

📍 ~45 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$36

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (SZB)

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Penang.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$49

Penang main airports to arrive at

Penang International (PEN)

Cheapest

Penang International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang.

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$35

Airports nearby Penang used as alternative

Sultan Abdul Halim (AOR)

Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR) is a reliable option for domestic Malaysian routes, especially if you are looking for a closer alternative to Penang.

📍 ~70 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$48

Sultan Azlan Shah (IPH)

Sultan Azlan Shah Airport (IPH) is a convenient alternative for travelers in southern Penang or Perak, with regional international destinations.

📍 ~135 km from destination city (reachable by train or car)

💸 Flights from ~$150

Hat Yai International (HDY)

Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) is a major hub for Southern Thailand, offering an alternative for Thai routes.

📍 ~160 km from destination city (reachable by road or train)

💸 Flights from ~$148

Langkawi International (LGK)

Langkawi International Airport (LGK) offers good capacity and direct flight connections to several international hubs.

📍 ~120 km from destination city (requires ferry or short flight)

💸 Flights from ~$55

Sultan Ismail Petra (KBR)

Cheapest

Sultan Ismail Petra Airport (KBR) is an alternative gateway for destinations on the East Coast of Malaysia.

📍 ~200 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$24

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Penang

Elite

Aug 25

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

$947

$931

Save $16

From KUL

Elite

Oct 03

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

$947

$931

Save $16

From KUL

Elite

Oct 03

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

$961

$936

Save $25

From KUL

Elite

Nov 06

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

$936

From KUL

Elite

Oct 30

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

$940

From KUL

Elite

Sep 10

Penang, Malaysia

42% AI deal score

$940

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Penang

Historically, the best prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang are found when booking between 7 and 13 days in advance. During this period, the average price was $35. Booking within 6 days of departure typically sees prices rise significantly, with an average of $151. Planning ahead can lead to substantial savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $36. The median price for this route was $69, with 75% of prices observed at $89 or less. This threshold can help travelers identify favorable pricing.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang are January and March, with median prices of $15 and $16 respectively. While December also shows a median price of $23, it is also noted as the most expensive month on average. The annual median price for this route is $69, indicating significant savings are possible during these cheaper periods.

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