Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN): what you need to know
Hanoi is one hour behind George Town and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your PEN to HAN flight.
During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PEN and HAN:
Tan Son Nhat International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Right now, R 1,047 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 2,264. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PEN to HAN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when looking for your flight from Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PEN to HAN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Of all flights leaving Penang International Airport, 69.54% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Central George Town to Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Have an early flight from Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PEN:
Arriving at Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
If you're arriving on a late Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near HAN:
Go beyond Hanoi and discover places that don't make every travel guide with your own set of wheels. You can grab a Noi Bai International Airport rental car from Dichung Car Hire.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Noi Bai International Airport a few weeks in advance. Prices typically go up closer to your date of travel.
Getting from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to central Hanoi
From Noi Bai International Airport, Hanoi is approximately 26 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It typically takes 1 hour 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Hanoi based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Book your flight from Penang International Airport to Noi Bai International Airport for June if you'd like to explore Hanoi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 25ºC (77ºF) and 36ºC (97ºF).
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEN to HAN in January. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of Vietnam
Việt Trì is just one of the many cities in Vietnam waiting to be discovered after you've seen Hanoi. Around 48 kilometres away to the north-west, its best attractions include Vườn Lan Hiền Vũ, Nhà Vườn Tiến An and Vườn lan Ngọc Tân.
Around 225 kilometres east of Hanoi, Móng Cái is another favourite stop in Vietnam. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Tra Co beach, Moncay Catholic Church and Chimsu Chill on the beach.
