Cheap flights from Penang to Sydney

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Penang to Sydney? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Sydney

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Sydney flights are currently cheapest in August.

Penang to Sydney: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Penang to Sydney below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Sydney.

George Town to Sydney: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$199
Cheapest month to flyAugust

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Sydney: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Sydney is $417. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Penang to Sydney. But we found flights with one or more stops from $417.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Penang to Sydney.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Sydney is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Sydney Airport on Monday, 9 June 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Penang Airport and Sydney Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Sydney but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Sydney is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Sydney.

Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know

  • Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, making Sydney three hours ahead of George Town.

  • Your PEN to SYD flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • Flying during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Penang International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PEN and SYD include:

    • Changi International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • $199 is the best price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. A return flight starts from $417. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from PEN to SYD, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Penang International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from PEN to SYD is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Penang International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Of all flights departing from Penang International Airport, 69.54% land on time at their destination.

  • Central George Town to Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.

  • Taking an early flight from Penang International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near PEN:

Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney

  • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central Sydney. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Penang International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Sydney in April.

  • When reserving your flight from Penang International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • Look for cheap tickets from PEN to SYD in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) on average.

Explore more of Australia

  • You've visited Sydney, now it's time to explore other corners of Australia. Travel around 241 kilometres south-west to Canberra to tick off its must-visit sights. From Australian War Memorial to National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.

  • Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without experiencing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.

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