Flying from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
You can choose from multiple airports when planning your flight from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN). Check out your options for flying out of Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).
George Town is 12 hours ahead of New York. Penang International Airport is located in George Town, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from New York to PEN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
August is a peak travel month. If you're heading away then or during a major holiday like July Fourth, be there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Stopovers are the perfect opportunity to break up your journey — and maybe even tour another city. When searching for flights from New York to PEN departing from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Consider one of these popular options:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
The distance from central New York to EWR is about 24 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the fastest route, whether in your own car or with public transport.
After a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near Newark Liberty International Airport. Whether you're taking an early flight from New York to Penang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Visit family or friends or just take a moment to recharge with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from New York to Penang International Airport, browse these options when taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
JFK is about 48 kilometres from central New York. It'll take 48 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from New York to PEN, stay in one of these hotels near John F. Kennedy International Airport:
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from New York to Penang International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central George Town. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is around 26 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN)
For a one-way ticket from New York to Penang International Airport, 492 € is the cheapest price. You can also book a return flight from just 888 €. These are currently the lowest fares but are subject to change based on availability.
We recommend booking as soon as you can to secure cheap tickets from New York to PEN. You're more likely to bag a bargain and have a larger selection of departure times and dates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from New York to Penang International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
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The best time to fly from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the busiest month for flights from New York to Penang International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to George Town in February when things are quieter.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from New York to PEN in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Visit in January if you want to explore when it's cooler. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 31ºC. However, this city promises a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from New York to Penang International Airport.
More about George Town
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Penang International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring George Town:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Penang Hill Station 45, Penang Street Arts and Pinang Peranakan Mansion are must-visits when exploring George Town.
Complete your George Town trip with a car rental
Once you've booked your hotel and cheap flight from New York to Penang International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in George Town. Check out the deals and easily compare options on pick-up convenience, price, and more.