Flying from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, making George Town two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your CCU to PEN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between CCU and PEN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
R 2,324 is the best price for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,611. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from CCU to PEN if you book early. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport throughout the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CCU to PEN.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is around 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CCU. Whether you're taking an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Book a hotel close to PEN if you're taking a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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 you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Penang International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from central George Town. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The quietest month for a flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit George Town based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose 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 CCU to PEN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres east of George Town, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If there's time to check out another side of Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are key highlights.