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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.R 3,433 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Mar.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Mon, 9 Mar, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,433, select.
George Town.R 3,494 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Jan.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Wed, 28 Jan, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,494, select.
George Town.R 3,532 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with IndiGo.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Dubai on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,532, select.
George Town.R 3,856 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Jun.One-way flight with Gulf Air.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from Dubai on Wed, 17 Jun, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 3,856, select.
George Town.R 4,770 per passenger.Departing Tue, 23 Dec.One-way flight with China Eastern.Outbound indirect flight with China Eastern, departs from Dubai on Tue, 23 Dec, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 4,770, select.
George Town.R 5,232 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Jul.One-way flight with Air India.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Fri, 3 Jul, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 5,232, select.
George Town.R 6,621 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Dubai on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,621, select.
George Town.R 6,643 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Apr.One-way flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Dubai on Wed, 8 Apr, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 6,643, select.
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Cheapest dealR 7,286
Cheapest monthMarch
Average flight duration7 hours and 5 minutes
Most popular airlineEmirates

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Penang flights are currently cheapest in March.
Dec
from R 4,770
Jan
from R 3,494
Feb
from R 3,532
Mar
from R 3,433
Apr
from R 6,643
May
from R 6,621
Jun
from R 3,856
Jul
from R 5,232
Aug
from R 7,763
Sep
from R 7,750
Oct
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Nov
from R 15,024

Direct flights from Dubai to Penang

Dubai to Penang: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dubai to George Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Penang.

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Penang is R 7,286. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
7 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Penang.
Emirates and flydubai fly direct from Dubai to Penang.
As of December 2025, there are 11 flights per week flying from Dubai to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Penang is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dubai Airport to Penang Airport on Tuesday, 10 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air India and flydubai offer the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Flying from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • Around 7 hours 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport.

  • George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which makes George Town four hours ahead of Dubai.

  • You can choose from nine weekly Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport flights. The 04:10 departure with flydubai is the earliest flight you can take. Flydubai operates the latest service of the day at 04:35.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your DXB to PEN flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as January, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Flydubai has direct flights from Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in George Town — and maybe even more of Malaysia if you have time.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is flydubai.

  • Among carriers operating DXB to PEN flights, flydubai has the best record for on-time arrivals.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DXB and PEN:

    • Phuket International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Right now, R 3,433 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 7,286. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from DXB to PEN by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Finding cheap flights from DXB to PEN couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport.

Handy information about Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • 74.31% of flights departing from Dubai Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To get to Dubai Airport from central Dubai, it takes about 15 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • You can expect a trip time of roughly 50 minutes when using public transport.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel close to DXB? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)

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 reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Dubai 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 laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in George Town is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Dubai Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DXB to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • George Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

  • Kuala Lumpur is another must-experience destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No journey is complete without seeing Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.

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