Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tokyo: what you need to know
Tokyo is 1 hour ahead of George Town, where Penang International Airport is located. Tokyo operates on the UTC+9 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from PEN to Tokyo, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a cinch to book a flight from PEN to Tokyo with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you hold a passport from Malaysia and are travelling to Japan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on your length of stay and can be subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before reserving a cheap ticket from Penang International Airport to Tokyo.
To reach PEN from central George Town, it takes about 26 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near PEN:
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tokyo
C$207 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Penang International Airport to Tokyo. For a return flight on this route, the best price is C$412. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PEN to Tokyo if you book in advance. Airlines often have some amazing early bird discounts.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for a ticket from Penang International Airport to Tokyo.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo takes about 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo. Check in to one of these accommodation options near HND instead:
Narita International Airport (NRT)
The centre of Tokyo is approximately 64 kilometres from Narita International Airport (NRT). As soon as your flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 58 minutes.
After your flight from PEN to Tokyo, settle in at a hotel near NRT. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Best time to go to Tokyo
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo. June is the busiest month to travel to Tokyo. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo, think about the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Tokyo, with the temperature ranging from 26ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from PEN to Tokyo in February if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC and 20ºC on average.
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Tokyo Tower, Senso-ji Temple Yogodo and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are essential stops on your Tokyo itinerary.
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