Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Ipoh Airport (IPH): what you need to know
Ipoh's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as George Town.
To ensure you catch your PEN to IPH flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Enjoy a quick visit to another city or simply break up your journey with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport. Many passengers pass through Changi International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Ipoh Airport (IPH)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport flight is $53. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $143. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PEN to IPH. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Landing cheap flights from PEN to IPH is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a lower fare pops up.
Secure the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Penang International Airport, data shows 69.54% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres from central George Town. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to PEN:
Arriving at Ipoh Airport (IPH)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near IPH instead:
Explore without limits with an Ipoh Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Agtran, Merge Car Hire or WAHDAH and experience more of Ipoh and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Ipoh Airport about two weeks before your trip.
Getting from Ipoh Airport (IPH) to central Ipoh
Ipoh Airport to central Ipoh has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 6 kilometres away.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 30 minutes.
When to fly to Ipoh Airport (IPH)
August is the busiest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Ipoh in February.
Before locking in your flight from Penang International Airport to Ipoh Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. May is the warmest month in Ipoh, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PEN to IPH sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Ipoh has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. Around 209 kilometres north-east of Ipoh, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 177 kilometres south-east of Ipoh. No trip is complete without visiting Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
