Travelling from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is two hours behind Cairns.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your CNS to PEN flight.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to explore a different city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Changi International Airport is a popular stop between CNS and PEN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
R 4,475 is the best price for a one-way Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 11,484. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To pick up cheap tickets from CNS to PEN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CNS to PEN.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Cairns Airport (CNS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Cairns Airport, data shows 71.55% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Cairns Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Cairns. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near CNS? If you're catching an early flight from Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PEN if you're catching a late Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Penang International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and experience the lesser-explored corners of George Town and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Penang International Airport around four weeks before you travel.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to George Town in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Cairns Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from CNS to PEN in January. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've seen George Town. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Malaysia, consider Kuala Lumpur, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are the start of reasons to visit.
