Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tokyo: what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9. The city is one hour ahead of George Town, where Penang International Airport is located.
To avoid missing your PEN to Tokyo flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Taking off during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer lines at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
We make it easy to book flight tickets from PEN to Tokyo with a stopover. To see your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to see the sights of your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
To get to PEN from central George Town, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. It's roughly 14 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a hotel close to PEN? If you've booked an early flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of all flights departing from Penang International Airport, 69.54% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Tokyo
The best price we've seen for a one-way Penang International Airport to Tokyo flight is R 2,259. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 4,764. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to securing a cheap flight from PEN to Tokyo. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
Finding cheap tickets from Penang International Airport to Tokyo is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest prices across every month and walk away with a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Tokyo
Haneda Airport (HND)
The distance from Haneda Airport (HND) to central Tokyo is roughly 16 kilometres. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Look into staying at a hotel close to HND if you have a late flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo. Select one of these options and make arrival day easier:
Explore without limits with a Haneda Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Europcar, Nissan Rent a Car or Times and experience more of Tokyo and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Haneda Airport about three weeks ahead of your flight from PEN to Tokyo.
HND is located at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Narita International Airport (NRT)
Narita International Airport (NRT) is about 64 kilometres from central Tokyo. Following your flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo, it'll take you around 1 hour to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near NRT. Settle in and get cosy after your PEN to Tokyo flight at one of these well-located options:
Forget about inconvenient public transport timetables or cab lines. Grab a Narita International Airport rental car and let the journey unfold your way. Compare availability and rates from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car and Miki Car Hire.
Lock in the best price by reserving your ride from NRT four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Narita International Airport can be found at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Best time to go to Tokyo
Before locking in your flights from Penang International Airport to Tokyo, consider which time of year works best for you. Peak season in Tokyo offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the low season means you'll get cheaper deals on hotels and fewer crowds.
The warmest month in Tokyo is August, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Penang International Airport to Tokyo flight ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEN to Tokyo in February when temperatures average between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF).
More about Tokyo
Once you've booked your flight from Penang International Airport to Tokyo, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Tokyo:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Senso-ji Temple Yogodo, Tokyo Tower and Mag's Park Rooftop Shibuya Crossing are attractions you won't want to skip in Tokyo.
Explore more of Japan
You've seen Tokyo, now it's time to discover other corners of Japan. Journey around 402 kilometres west to Osaka to check off its top attractions. From Osaka Castle to Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're looking to explore another side of Japan, consider Nagoya, roughly 257 kilometres west of Tokyo. Nagoya Castle, Atsuta Shrine and Osu Kannon Temple are highlights.