Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Penang Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which is the same as Perth.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PER to PEN flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Perth Airport to Penang Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Check out these options between PER and PEN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
Phuket Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Penang Airport (PEN)
C$186 is the lowest price for a one-way Perth Airport to Penang Airport flight. Return flights start from C$324. These prices may change depending on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from PER to PEN if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Perth Airport to Penang Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and score a great deal.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from PER to PEN.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Perth Airport to Penang Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
74% of flights leaving from Perth Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Perth to Perth Airport is approximately 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of roughly 25 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Penang Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Penang Airport (PEN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Perth Airport to Penang Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Penang Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and see more of George Town and beyond.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Penang Airport about four weeks before your departure date.
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 get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.
When to fly to Penang Airport (PEN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Perth Airport to Penang Airport. April is the most popular month to head to George Town. If you'd like a more low-key vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Perth Airport to Penang Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from PER to PEN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. Around 225 kilometres east of George Town, a trip to Kota Bharu will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.
