Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Canberra Airport (CBR): what you need to know
Canberra's timezone is UTC+11, making Canberra three hours ahead of George Town.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your PEN to CBR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like August? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Canberra Airport (CBR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Canberra Airport flight is R 8,010. A return plane ticket right now is R 28,594. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from PEN to CBR, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from Penang International Airport to Canberra Airport.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Penang International Airport to Canberra Airport.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Of all flights leaving Penang International Airport, 69.54% land on schedule at their destination.
To get to Penang International Airport from central George Town, it takes around 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your holiday off to a relaxed start by staying near PEN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Penang International Airport to Canberra Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Canberra Airport (CBR)
Book a hotel close to CBR if you're on a late Penang International Airport to Canberra Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Canberra Airport rental car and discover Canberra and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Sixt and Alamo are top outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle from Canberra Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Canberra Airport (CBR) to central Canberra
Canberra Airport is approximately 8 kilometres from the centre of Canberra. The drive time takes around 15 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Canberra Airport (CBR)
February is the busiest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Canberra Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Canberra in January.
When reserving your flight from Penang International Airport to Canberra Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Canberra, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEN to CBR in July. Temperatures average between 0ºC (32ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Sydney is just one of the many cities in Australia waiting to be discovered after you've seen Canberra. Around 241 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge and Bondi Beach.
Around 467 kilometres south-west of Canberra, Melbourne is another essential stop in Australia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Federation Square, National Gallery of Victoria and Eureka Skydeck 88.
