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Cheap Flights from Surabaya to Penang

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Flight deals from Surabaya to Penang

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Surabaya to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.R 936 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Surabaya on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 936, select.
George Town.R 943 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Dec.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Surabaya on Tue, 9 Dec, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 943, select.
George Town.R 943 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Surabaya on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 943, select.
George Town.R 943 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Surabaya on Tue, 24 Feb, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 943, select.
George Town.R 1,056 per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Nov.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Surabaya on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,056, select.
George Town.R 1,062 per passenger.Departing Thu, 11 Sep.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Surabaya on Thu, 11 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,062, select.
George Town.R 1,062 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct.One-way flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Surabaya on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,062, select.
George Town.R 1,114 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Surabaya on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,114, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Surabaya to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Surabaya to Penang flights are currently cheapest in November.
May
from R 1,657
Jun
from R 1,531
Jul
from R 1,120
Aug
from R 1,121
Sep
from R 1,062
Oct
from R 943
Nov
from R 936
Dec
from R 943
Jan
from R 1,119
Feb
from R 943
Mar
from R 1,114
Apr
from R 2,254

Direct flights from Surabaya to Penang

Surabaya to Penang: Alternative routes

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

Surabaya to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 936
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time2 hrs, 54 mins
Most popular airlineIndonesia AirAsia
Average flights per week3

Finding cheap flights from Surabaya to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Surabaya to Penang is R 2,060. 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.
2 hours and 54 minutes is the average flight time from Surabaya to Penang.
Indonesia AirAsia flies direct from Surabaya to Penang.
As of May 2025, there are 3 flights per week flying from Surabaya to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Surabaya to Penang is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Surabaya Airport to Penang Airport on Tuesday, 4 November 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 54 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, Scoot and Indonesia AirAsia offer the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Travelling from Juanda International Airport (SUB) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport is 3 hours.

  • George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which makes George Town one hour ahead of Surabaya.

  • You can choose from four weekly Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Indonesia AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Indonesia AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 06:05.

  • Leave plenty of time to make your SUB to PEN flight. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • Jetting into George Town (and then discovering more of Malaysia!) is a breeze with Indonesia AirAsia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport.

  • Indonesia AirAsia tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • Indonesia AirAsia is the most punctual carrier that operates SUB to PEN flights.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between SUB and PEN:

    • Changi International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Juanda International Airport (SUB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Right now, R 936 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 2,060. Remember that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from SUB to PEN, book your trip 11 months ahead of your departure.

  • Plan your trip for October. That's the cheapest month for flights from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from SUB to PEN.

  • Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Juanda International Airport (SUB)

  • When it comes to Juanda International Airport's on-time performance, 72.71% of flights complete their journey on time.

  • Central Surabaya to Juanda International Airport is approximately 26 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Get your trip off to a leisurely start by staying near SUB. Whether you're taking an early flight from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

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 by car.

When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to George Town in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Juanda International Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to go to George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from SUB to PEN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of George Town. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

  • Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Surabaya to George Town

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.