Are most flights from Penang long-haul or short-haul?

Across the trailing 90 days, flights from Penang are typically split between various haul lengths. Historically, approximately 46% of flights from Penang have been categorized as long-haul. Short-haul flights account for 14% of the routes, while medium-haul flights make up 40% of the connections. This indicates a diverse range of flight durations available from this origin.

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Penang?

Historically, several countries offer particularly affordable flight destinations from Penang. Malaysia consistently features low median prices, with Kuala Lumpur typically around $37. Singapore is another economical option, with a median price of $44. Thailand, exemplified by Phuket City at $66, and Indonesia, with Medan at $69, also provide relatively inexpensive routes across the trailing 90 days.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Penang?

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Penang, with an average price of $235. This represents a significant saving of 39% compared to the annual median average price of $383. January typically follows as the second cheapest month, with an average price of $265. Travelers can historically find better value during these months.

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Langkawi
Malaysia • 2026-11-25
74% AI deal score
$35
$18
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Medan
Indonesia • 2026-10-07
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$64
$28
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Singapore • 2027-03-27
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$52
$30
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Kuala Lumpur
Malaysia • 2026-10-28
40% AI deal score
$34
$57
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PEN
Kota Kinabalu
Malaysia • 2027-04-07
45% AI deal score
$54
$62
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PEN
Sandakan
Malaysia • 2027-02-21
67% AI deal score
$77
$72
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Batam
Indonesia • 2026-10-19
42% AI deal score
$62
$73
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Malacca City
Malaysia • 2026-10-24
38% AI deal score
$91
$99
One-way
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Shenzhen
China • 2026-09-30
82% AI deal score
$235
$101
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Shanghai
China • 2026-09-29
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$264
$105
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Flights from Penang: Overview

Insights for flights from Penang

Travelers looking for cheap flights from Penang will find a wide array of options, with recent data showing that 25% of fares from Penang are to destinations within Malaysia. Other significant shares include Thailand, accounting for 19% of recent fares, and Singapore, representing 13%. Overall, you can reach 250 unique cities across 38 countries from Penang, indicating a broad selection of international and regional travel possibilities.

Right now, the cheapest fares from Penang start at $36 for a roundtrip flight to Langkawi, Malaysia. Other economical options include flights to Tawau, Malaysia, with fares beginning at $153, and journeys to Denpasar, Indonesia, available from $183. These prices reflect some of the most budget-friendly opportunities for travelers departing from Penang.

When considering flight distances from Penang, the distribution shows a significant portion of longer-haul travel. Approximately 46% of routes are classified as long-haul, while 40% are medium-haul trips. Shorter flights make up a smaller segment, with only 14% of routes being short-haul. This indicates a strong mix of both regional and more distant international destinations available.

The most frequently discounted destination from Penang over the last 90 days is Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Following in popularity are flights to Singapore, Singapore, and Phuket City, Thailand. These destinations consistently appear in recent fare data, suggesting they are popular choices for travelers departing from Penang.

For those prioritizing convenience, 29.5% of recent fares from Penang are for direct flights. This means that while connecting flights are more common, you still have a notable share of non-stop options available for various destinations.

Most popular airlines from Penang

AirAsia

Malaysia Airlines

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Singapore Airlines

Malindo Airways

Northwest Regional Airlines

Indonesia AirAsia

Jetstar Asia Airways

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PEN - Ürümqi

Penang (PEN) - Ürümqi (URC)

Xiamen Airlines, Xiamen Airlines

$512

$311

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Guangzhou

Penang (PEN) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Southern Airlines

$282

$221

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Fukuoka

Penang (PEN) - Fukuoka (FUK)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$420

$408

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Chiang Mai

Penang (PEN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

$291

$262

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Chennai

Penang (PEN) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$210

$251

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Kolkata

Penang (PEN) - Kolkata (CCU)

IndiGo

$325

$368

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Penang

Beijing

TOP

China • Oct 2026

from

$233

Osaka

TOP

Japan • Sep 2026

from

$368

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Nov 2026

from

$778

Denpasar

TOP

Indonesia • Oct 2026

from

$182

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Jan 2027

from

$815

Fukuoka

TOP

Japan • Oct 2026

from

$408

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Penang

-21%

PEN - Osaka

$445 → $350

-1%

PEN - Brisbane

$588 → $580

PEN - Nagoya

$444 → $455

PEN - Seoul

$278 → $302

Popular Airports from Penang

Penang airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sat - Fri - Wed

The cheapest flights from Penang International Airport are on Saturday, Friday, and Wednesday.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$18 direct / ~$36 roundtrip

The cheapest fares from PEN are for direct flights to Langkawi, Malaysia.

✈️ Airlines to watch

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

Low-cost and full-service carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Penang.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance offers the lowest median fare for flights from Penang.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan

Flights from Penang tend to be cheaper in Jan.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Langkawi

Flights from Penang to Langkawi are as low as 18 USD one-way.

Penang main airports to depart from

Penang International (PEN)

Cheapest

Penang International Airport is ideal for travelers seeking direct flights from Penang.

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

💸 Flights from ~$40

Airports nearby Penang used as alternative

Sultan Azlan Shah (IPH)

Sultan Azlan Shah Airport is a reliable domestic and regional hub, offering good connectivity within the country.

📍 ~126 km from Penang (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$91

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China • Oct 2026

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Kuala Lumpur

Malaysia • Oct 2026

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$406

$315

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Xiamen

China • Oct 2026

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$987

$853

Save $134

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From PEN

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Jeddah

Saudi Arabia • Dec 2026

75% AI deal score

$2,755

$2,368

Save $387

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From PEN

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Chongqing

China • Nov 2026

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$1,327

$996

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Booking Flights from Penang: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Penang have offered median prices under $100. For example, Kuala Lumpur typically has a median price of $37, and Singapore is often around $44. Other affordable options include Alor Setar at $60 and Phuket City at $66. Across the trailing 90 days, destinations like Medan also showed median prices under $100, specifically $69.

Penang typically connects to a wide array of destinations, serving 250 unique cities across 38 countries. Historically, the distribution of these connections shows that Malaysia accounts for 25% of the destinations. Thailand represents 19% of the connections, while Singapore makes up 13% of the available routes in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the most frequently served destinations from Penang include Kuala Lumpur in Malaysia, which is a popular route. Singapore in Singapore is another prominent destination for flights originating from Penang. Additionally, Phuket City in Thailand consistently ranks among the top destinations for travelers departing from Penang across the trailing 90 days.

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Most popular airlines from Penang

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Malaysia Airlines

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Singapore Airlines

Malindo Airways

Northwest Regional Airlines

Indonesia AirAsia

Jetstar Asia Airways

Last-minute flights going from Penang soon

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Ürümqi

Penang (PEN) - Ürümqi (URC)

Xiamen Airlines, Xiamen Airlines

$512

$311

One-way

Thu, Oct 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Guangzhou

Penang (PEN) - Guangzhou (CAN)

China Southern Airlines

$282

$221

One-way

Tue, Oct 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Fukuoka

Penang (PEN) - Fukuoka (FUK)

Hong Kong Express Airways

$420

$408

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Chiang Mai

Penang (PEN) - Chiang Mai (CNX)

Thai AirAsia

$291

$262

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Chennai

Penang (PEN) - Chennai (MAA)

IndiGo

$210

$251

One-way

Sun, Oct 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PEN - Kolkata

Penang (PEN) - Kolkata (CCU)

IndiGo

$325

$368

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Penang

Beijing

TOP

China • Oct 2026

from

$233

Osaka

TOP

Japan • Sep 2026

from

$368

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Nov 2026

from

$778

Denpasar

TOP

Indonesia • Oct 2026

from

$182

London

TOP

United Kingdom • Jan 2027

from

$815

Fukuoka

TOP

Japan • Oct 2026

from

$408

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Penang

-21%

PEN - Osaka

$445 → $350

-1%

PEN - Brisbane

$588 → $580

PEN - Nagoya

$444 → $455

PEN - Seoul

$278 → $302

Popular Airports from Penang

Penang airport insights

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Sat - Fri - Wed

The cheapest flights from Penang International Airport are on Saturday, Friday, and Wednesday.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$18 direct / ~$36 roundtrip

The cheapest fares from PEN are for direct flights to Langkawi, Malaysia.

✈️ Airlines to watch

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

Low-cost and full-service carriers offer a mix of domestic and international flights from Penang.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance offers the lowest median fare for flights from Penang.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Jan

Flights from Penang tend to be cheaper in Jan.

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Langkawi

Flights from Penang to Langkawi are as low as 18 USD one-way.

Penang main airports to depart from

Penang International (PEN)

Cheapest

Penang International Airport is ideal for travelers seeking direct flights from Penang.

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

💸 Flights from ~$40

Airports nearby Penang used as alternative

Sultan Azlan Shah (IPH)

Sultan Azlan Shah Airport is a reliable domestic and regional hub, offering good connectivity within the country.

China • Nov 2026

71% AI deal score

$1,327

$996

Save $331

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Business Class

Booking Flights from Penang: Frequently Asked Questions

Cheap Flights from Penang

Today’s best flight deals from Penang

Flights from Penang: Overview

Insights for flights from Penang

Most popular airlines from Penang

Last-minute flights going from Penang soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Penang

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Penang

Popular Airports from Penang

Penang airport insights

Sat - Fri - Wed

From ~$18 direct / ~$36 roundtrip

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

8+ months in advance

Jan

Watch fares to Langkawi

Penang main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Penang used as alternative

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Booking Flights from Penang: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest flights from Penang under 100 USD?

How many cities is Penang connected to?

Where do most flights from Penang go?

Are most flights from Penang long-haul or short-haul?

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Penang?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Penang?

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Flights from Penang: Overview

Insights for flights from Penang

Most popular airlines from Penang

Last-minute flights going from Penang soon

Most popular destinations to fly from Penang

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Penang

Popular Airports from Penang

Penang airport insights

Sat - Fri - Wed

From ~$18 direct / ~$36 roundtrip

AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Malindo Airways, Indonesia AirAsia

8+ months in advance

Jan

Watch fares to Langkawi

Penang main airports to depart from

Airports nearby Penang used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals from Penang

Best Elite deals from Penang

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Kuala Lumpur

Xiamen

Jeddah

Chongqing

Booking Flights from Penang: Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest flights from Penang under 100 USD?

How many cities is Penang connected to?

Where do most flights from Penang go?

Are most flights from Penang long-haul or short-haul?

Which countries offer the cheapest flight destinations from Penang?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Penang?

Explore More Destinations from Penang

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