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— PEN
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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Flights to Penang in 2025

Find the latest flights to Penang in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on July 3, 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,432

Round-trip from

$1,017

One-way from

$500
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($200 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($58 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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From New York to Penang Intl
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One-way flight from New York to Penang Intl (PEN)
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Cheapest flights to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Penang. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

Fri 9/121:55 amJFK - PEN
1 stop22h 05mCathay Pacific
Sun 9/281:00 pmPEN - JFK
1 stop36h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/2$1,017
Sat 9/133:45 pmJFK - PEN
2 stops33h 30mEtihad Airways
Sun 9/286:00 amPEN - JFK
2 stops39h 00mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/2$1,055
Sat 8/168:15 pmEWR - PEN
2 stops50h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/235:50 pmPEN - EWR
2 stops36h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,083
Sat 9/1310:00 amJFK - PEN
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/287:30 amPEN - JFK
1 stop41h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,121
Fri 10/311:50 amJFK - PEN
2 stops45h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/912:10 pmPEN - JFK
2 stops46h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,149
Sat 11/19:00 amEWR - PEN
2 stops41h 20mChina Airlines
Sun 11/93:20 pmPEN - EWR
2 stops36h 03mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,213
Sun 8/101:20 amJFK - PEN
1 stop24h 50mChina Airlines
Fri 8/223:10 pmPEN - JFK
1 stop41h 30mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/3$1,243
Fri 8/1511:30 amEWR - PEN
3 stops33h 00mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/229:55 amPEN - EWR
3 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$1,249
Mon 8/114:25 pmJFK - PEN
1 stop27h 05mChina Eastern
Fri 8/228:30 amPEN - JFK
2 stops52h 08mChina Eastern
Deal found 7/2$1,406
Tue 8/58:55 pmJFK - PEN
2 stops25h 05mSingapore Airlines
Tue 8/194:55 pmPEN - JFK
2 stops30h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,594
Fri 9/121:55 amJFK - PEN
2 stops25h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 9/285:30 pmPEN - JFK
2 stops27h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 7/2$1,692
Fri 10/311:30 amJFK - PEN
2 stops27h 00mQatar Airways
Sun 11/911:15 pmPEN - JFK
3 stops30h 39mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/3$1,732

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New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/12

1:55 am-12:00 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Penang Intl

Sun 9/28

1:00 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop36h 10m

$1,017

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/13

3:45 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 30m

Penang Intl

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops39h 00m

$1,055

NewarkPenang

EWR - PEN

EWRPEN

Newark

Sat 8/16

8:15 pm-11:10 am

2 stops50h 55m

Penang Intl

Sat 8/23

5:50 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$1,083

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/13

10:00 am-12:35 am

2 stops26h 35m

Penang Intl

Sun 9/28

7:30 am-1:10 pm

1 stop41h 40m

$1,121

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/10

1:20 am-2:10 pm

1 stop24h 50m

Penang Intl

Fri 8/22

3:10 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop41h 30m

$1,243

NewarkPenang

EWR - PEN

EWRPEN

Newark

Fri 8/15

11:30 am-8:30 am

3 stops33h 00m

Penang Intl

Fri 8/22

9:55 am-2:00 pm

3 stops40h 05m

$1,249

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/11

4:25 pm-7:30 am

1 stop27h 05m

Penang Intl

Fri 8/22

8:30 am-12:38 am

2 stops52h 08m

$1,406

NewarkPenang

EWR - PEN

EWRPEN

Newark

Tue 8/5

7:29 pm-2:10 pm

2 stops30h 41m

Penang Intl

Tue 8/19

3:10 pm-4:29 pm

2 stops37h 19m

$1,410

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/5

8:55 pm-10:00 am

2 stops25h 05m

Penang Intl

Tue 8/19

4:55 pm-11:10 am

2 stops30h 15m

$1,594

New YorkPenang

JFK - PEN

JFKPEN

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 9/12

1:55 am-3:05 pm

2 stops25h 10m

Penang Intl

Sun 9/28

5:30 pm-9:00 am

2 stops27h 30m

$1,692

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The best insider tips for flights to Penang

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Penang trip
Airlines
Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific Economy offers 32-inch seat pitch, exceeding US carriers' standards.


Cathay Pacific Business class features reverse herringbone seats with privacy doors on some routes.

Read more about Cathay Pacificby Yulia Denisyuk
Emirates

Emirates Premium Economy offers 40-inch pitch and 19.5-inch width seats.


Emirates economy includes one checked bag and top-notch entertainment options.

Read more about Emiratesby Blane Bachelor
China Airlines

China Airlines Premium Business Class offers lie-flat seats with aisle access on long-haul flights.


China Airlines offers generous baggage policy with at least one checked bag included.

Read more about China Airlinesby Robert Schrader
United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with Saks Fifth Avenue bedding on long-haul routes.


United Premium Plus includes 2 checked bags and priority check-in on international flights.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines offers free unlimited Wi-Fi for all passengers on long-haul flights.


Singapore Airlines Premium Economy offers 38-inch legroom and upgraded amenities.

Read more about Singapore Airlinesby Gabriel Leigh
STARLUX Airlines

Starlux Business class on A350 offers suite doors and free Wi-Fi on long-haul flights.


Starlux Premium Economy offers 40-inch pitch and retractable legrests on long-haul flights.

Read more about STARLUX Airlinesby Chris Dong
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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Robert Schrader

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Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Chris Dong

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Expert on STARLUX Airlines

Chris Dong

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Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Best time to book a flight to Penang

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Penang

How long is the flight to Penang?

On average, a flight from New York to Penang takes 30 hours 36 minutes. Flights to Penang from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Penang?

The most popular airlines flying from New York to Penang are Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From $722
Cathay Pacific
Cathay Pacific
From $718
China Airlines
China Airlines
From $903
United Airlines
United Airlines
From $709

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Penang?

The cheapest airlines flying from New York to Penang are Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific.

Rainfall in Penang by month

Plan your trip to Penang by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Penang ranges from 3.0 - 15.2 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Penang when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in Penang by month

Plan your trip to Penang by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Penang, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of August, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Penang. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Penang. Reviews last updated July 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia, such as China Airlines, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,594 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

FAQs about flying to Penang

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Penang?

    If you book a flight to Penang, you will be flying into Penang Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Penang Intl (PEN) is located 9.0 mi from the center of Penang.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Penang if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Penang on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Penang?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, China Eastern is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Penang.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Penang?

    Penang Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Penang. One-way flights to Penang Intl typically cost $14, while round-trip flights cost around $28.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Penang?

    A round-trip flight to Penang will typically cost around $47, however they can be found for as little as $28.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Penang depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Penang, San Francisco offers the quickest one-way flight (21 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does Penang Intl have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Penang Intl can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Penang Intl?

    Yes. Penang Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Budget House Near Penang Airport Bayan Lepas Penang is the closest property to Penang Intl (0.0 mi away from Penang Intl).

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