Travelling from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which makes George Town five hours ahead of Doha.
To ensure you catch your DOH to PEN flight, leave enough time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport. These are the top stopovers between DOH and PEN:
Dubai Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hamad International Airport (DOH) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Currently, R 4,252 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,928. Remember that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from DOH to PEN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from DOH to PEN.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Hamad International Airport (DOH)
83.59% of flights leaving Hamad International Airport touch down at their destination as planned. With its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when setting off from DOH.
Hamad International Airport is about 14 kilometres from central Doha. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to DOH:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Reserve a hotel near PEN if you're taking a late Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Penang International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and experience the lesser-explored corners of George Town and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Penang International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of George Town. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The quietest month for a flight from Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to George Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Hamad International Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DOH to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of George Town. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If you're looking to explore another corner of Malaysia, consider Kuala Lumpur, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are highlights.