Travelling from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town is three hours behind Sydney and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to PEN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between SYD and PEN include:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport flight is $222. A return plane ticket is currently $413. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SYD to PEN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird deals.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport.
You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from SYD to PEN.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
69.62% of flights leaving from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Sydney. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to SYD? If you're boarding an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
Grab a Penang International Airport rental car and explore George Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are leading providers to choose from here.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Penang International Airport around four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of George Town. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport. For a quieter experience, go to George Town in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to PEN in January. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres east of George Town, a trip to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.