Travelling from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport.
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Guangzhou.
Choose from 12 weekly Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport flights. The 16:50 departure with China Southern Airlines is the earliest flight available. China Southern Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 18:45.
Your CAN to PEN flight won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
China Southern Airlines has direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in George Town — and maybe even more of Malaysia if you have time.
China Southern Airlines is the most frequently booked airline on this route.
The most punctual carrier offering CAN to PEN flights is China Southern Airlines. Its services arrive without delay 78.95% of the time.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAN and PEN:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
57 € is the lowest price for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Return flights start from 130 €. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAN to PEN.
The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
You'll find CAN at Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from CAN arrive on schedule 86.05% of the time.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to CAN:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you have a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near PEN:
Grab a Penang International Airport rental car and discover George Town and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from Penang International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to George Town. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Penang International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in George Town, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from CAN to PEN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done George Town, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to check off its must-visit sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, your itinerary will be busy.
Kuala Lumpur is another sought-after destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No journey is complete without dropping by Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
