Flying from Vancouver to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is 16 hours ahead of Vancouver. Penang International Airport is located in George Town.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to PEN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Located around 13 kilometres from central Vancouver, YVR can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 25 minutes.
Want a hassle-free start to your trip? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Vancouver to Penang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just the thing:
72% of flights that take off from Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can arrive at CXH from central Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 10 minutes to cover the 2 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Vancouver to PEN flight? Kick back in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your break officially starts. These stays are expecting you:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
The journey to YXX from central Vancouver is around 2 hours 30 minutes by public transport. If you prefer to travel by car, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to cover the 72 kilometres or so.
Stay in bed a little longer and still make your Vancouver to Penang International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Abbotsford International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rate of YXX is 68%. In other words, that's how often flights that depart this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PEN if you're catching a late flight from Vancouver to Penang International Airport. Select one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Travel at your own pace with a Penang International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and find adventure across George Town and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Penang International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, central George Town is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 55 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Penang International Airport is R 7,057. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 9,992. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to PEN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Cheap Vancouver to Penang International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. September is the quietest month to visit George Town. January is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Penang International Airport (PEN), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
Lock in a Vancouver to PEN plane ticket departing in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in George Town to range from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Penang International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about George Town
Start your George Town trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Penang International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in George Town when you're ready to go sightseeing. Start exploring at George Town, Malaysia UNESCO AREA followed by Georgetown Heritage site and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited George Town, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Journey around 241 kilometres northeast to Kota Bharu to check off its top sights. From Kota Bharu to Istana Negeri Kelantan and Museum Of Islamic Culture, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 290 kilometres southeast of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Petronas Twin Towers, Photo Spot Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Twin Towers Photo Point.
