Flying from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is five hours behind Auckland.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to board your AKL to PEN flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Stopovers between AKL and PEN include:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport flight is R 5,359. A return fare is currently R 12,822. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from AKL to PEN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Picking up cheap flights from AKL to PEN is easy with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.
Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Auckland Airport (AKL)
69.31% of flights taking off from Auckland Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To reach Auckland Airport from central Auckland, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to AKL:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on an Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
Grab a Penang International Airport rental car and explore George Town and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are popular outlets to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Penang International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit George Town in February.
Lock in your flight from Auckland Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to visit George Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from AKL 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 done George Town, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Journey about 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to tick off its must-visit sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, about 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are key reasons to visit.
