Flying from Senai Airport (JHB) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport take 1 hour 12 minutes. George Town and Johor Bahru share the same timezone (UTC+8), which means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
You can choose from 57 weekly flights from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport. The 06:35 departure with AirAsia is the earliest you can take from JHB to PEN. Firefly operates the latest service of the day at 23:35 if early mornings aren't your thing.
Flying over a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
AirAsia is your gateway to exploring George Town (and perhaps some other great parts of Malaysia!). Check out the direct flights from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport offered by this airline.
If you want to break up your flight from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that catches your eye. Popular stopovers on the JHB - PEN route include:
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Sultan Ismail Petra Airport
For a flight within Malaysia, you won't need a visa or passport. However, you'll have to present some form of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from JHB to PEN, make sure your ID is valid before you jet off.
How to find the cheapest flights from Senai Airport (JHB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport is £16. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £32. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 10 months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from JHB to PEN.
June is the cheapest month for tickets from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Play around with filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Senai Airport (JHB)
Located around 16 miles from central Johor Bahru, Senai Airport can be reached in about 32 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour and 21 minutes.
Have an early flight from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to JHB:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you have a late flight from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport to the centre of George Town is about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 11 miles away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to George Town in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Senai Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from JHB to PEN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about George Town
If you're looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the most popular stays in George Town right here. Browse these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from JHB to PEN:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Penang Hill Station 45, Penang Street Arts and Pinang Peranakan Mansion are among the things you can't miss in George Town.
Complete your George Town trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Penang International Airport — now it's time to find a great stay, and perhaps even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in George Town.
