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

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Penang

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

Sydney to Penang: Alternative routes

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

Sydney to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$222
Cheapest month to flyJanuary

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Penang is $413. 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 Sydney to Penang. But we found flights with one or more stops from $413.
As of December 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Penang is usually February.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport on Wednesday, 25 February 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Penang 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 Penang 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 George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, AirAsia X offers the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

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)

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.

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