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Banda Aceh.R 688 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in Banda Aceh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 688, select.
Banda Aceh.R 688 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Mar.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in Banda Aceh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 688, select.
Banda Aceh.R 690 per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 May.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Mon, 4 May, arriving in Banda Aceh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 690, select.
Banda Aceh.R 691 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Banda Aceh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 691, select.
Banda Aceh.R 781 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Jul.One-way flight with Malaysia Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Penang on Wed, 8 Jul, arriving in Banda Aceh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 781, select.
Banda Aceh.R 815 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Jan.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Mon, 26 Jan, arriving in Banda Aceh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 815, select.
Banda Aceh.R 1,268 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Banda Aceh.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,268, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Banda Aceh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Banda Aceh flights are currently cheapest in February.
Dec
from R 1,268
Jan
from R 815
Feb
from R 688
Mar
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Apr
from R 691
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from R 781
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Direct flights from Penang to Banda Aceh

Penang to Banda Aceh: Alternative routes

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

George Town to Banda Aceh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 688
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineFirefly
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Banda Aceh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Banda Aceh is R 1,256. 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.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Banda Aceh.
Firefly and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Penang to Banda Aceh.
As of December 2025, there are 8 flights per week flying from Penang to Banda Aceh.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Banda Aceh is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport on Friday, 6 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 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 Banda Aceh 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 Banda Aceh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Firefly offers the cheapest flight tickets to Banda Aceh.

Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.

  • The timezone in Banda Aceh is UTC+7, which is one hour behind George Town.

  • Every week, there are six Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 07:30 Firefly flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 11:45 with Firefly.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to catch your PEN to BTJ flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Firefly is your gateway to discovering Banda Aceh (and perhaps some other great corners of Indonesia!). Check out the direct flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport offered by this popular airline.

  • The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Firefly.

  • The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for PEN to BTJ flights is Firefly.

  • If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between PEN and BTJ:

    • Kuala Namu International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)

  • Right now, R 688 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 1,256. Remember that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • To get cheap tickets from PEN to BTJ, reserve your trip six months ahead of your planned departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Landing cheap flights from PEN to BTJ is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Find the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Of all flights leaving Penang International Airport, 69.54% arrive on time at their destination.

  • To reach Penang International Airport from central George Town, it'll take about 25 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near PEN:

Arriving at Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)

  • Step off your Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport flight and be snoozing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you're looking for a comfortable option that's not too far from BTJ, check out Super OYO Capital O 1630 Hotel Syariah Ring Road.

Getting from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to central Banda Aceh

  • Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Banda Aceh. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.

When to fly to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Banda Aceh based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • When reserving your flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Banda Aceh, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to BTJ in January. Temperatures average between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) then.

Explore more of Indonesia

  • Medan is just one of the many places in Indonesia waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Banda Aceh. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Sipiso Piso Waterfall, Medan Grand Mosque and Sri Mariamman Temple Sunggal.

  • If you want to check out another major destination in Indonesia, consider Percut, roughly 434 kilometres south-east of Banda Aceh. Kolam pancing mas gondrong, Tambak ikan Rumah Cinta Kita and Masjid Raya An-Nur are the start of reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from George Town to Banda Aceh

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