Flying from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 3 hours 45 minutes.
Hong Kong and George Town are in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't need to account for any time differences.
Each week, there are 21 Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, go for the 08:15 Cathay Pacific flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last flight is at 15:15 with Cathay Pacific.
Leave plenty of time to catch your HKG to PEN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
Getting to George Town (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is a cinch with AirAsia. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is AirAsia.
With a dependable 86.09% of services arriving on schedule, Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier offering HKG to PEN flights.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or visit a new city along the way. Check out these options between HKG and PEN:
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
66 € is currently the best price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. A return flight starts at 102 €. These fares may change based on availability.
Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HKG to PEN.
The cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.
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Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
HKG is located at 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
When it comes to Hong Kong International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.04% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Hong Kong. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Get your break off to a stress-free start by staying near HKG. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're coming in on a late Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these accommodation options near PEN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Penang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and venture far and wide through George Town and beyond.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Penang International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
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 choose your dates for your flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to George Town. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from HKG to PEN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen George Town. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, check out popular attractions including 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. Start your sightseeing at Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.