Travelling from Kuching Airport (KCH) to Penang Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport is 2 hours.
Kuching and George Town are in the UTC+8 timezone. This means there's no time difference to adjust for.
Flights from KCH to PEN start at 11:30 — the earliest with AirAsia. The last service of the day is at 22:05 with AirAsia. In total, you can take your pick of 18 weekly Kuching Airport to Penang Airport flights.
Your KCH to PEN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as May? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AirAsia is your gateway to discovering George Town (and perhaps some other great corners of Malaysia!). Browse the direct flights from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport offered by this carrier.
AirAsia is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With 78.91% of its services arriving as planned, AirAsia is the most punctual carrier operating KCH to PEN flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here are some options between KCH and PEN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Kota Kinabalu Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuching Airport (KCH) to Penang Airport (PEN)
At the moment, 44 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuching Airport to Penang Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 88 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Get cheap tickets from KCH to PEN by booking at least five months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Organise your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from KCH to PEN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport.
Handy information about Kuching Airport (KCH)
69% of flights that depart Kuching Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Kuching Airport from central Kuching, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near KCH:
Arriving at Penang Airport (PEN)
If you have a late Kuching Airport to Penang Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Penang Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk to explore George Town and beyond.
To get the lowest price, book your ride from Penang Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Penang Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang Airport, George Town is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 55 minutes to get there using public transport.
When to fly to Penang Airport (PEN)
April is the busiest month for flights from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit George Town in March.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Kuching Airport to Penang Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from KCH to PEN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited George Town, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey about 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to check off its must-visit sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.