Travelling from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Penang Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town is 14 hours ahead of Dallas and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your DFW 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.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd love to visit a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Penang Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Shanghai Pudong Airport is a popular stop between DFW and PEN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) to Penang Airport (PEN)
Right now, 517 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Penang Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is 845 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from DFW to PEN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Penang Airport.
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Handy information about Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
DFW is located at 2400 Aviation Dr.
Of all flights leaving Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, 72% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach Dallas Fort Worth International Airport from central Dallas, it takes about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.
Taking an early flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Penang Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to DFW:
Arriving at Penang Airport (PEN)
Reserve a hotel close to PEN if you have a late Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Penang Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Penang Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and experience the lesser-explored corners of George Town and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your vehicle from Penang Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Penang Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from the centre of George Town. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport will take you around 55 minutes.
When to fly to Penang Airport (PEN)
April is the busiest month for flights from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Penang Airport. To skip the crowds, head to George Town in March.
Lock in your flight from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport to Penang Airport for March if you'd like to explore George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from DFW to PEN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
Kuala Lumpur is another well-known destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No trip is complete without seeing Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.
