Flying from Toronto to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know
Penang International Airport is located in George Town. The city follows the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of Toronto.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to PEN. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Be prepared for bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Airports in Toronto
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Located around 27 kms (17 miles) from central Toronto, YYZ can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.
Want an easy start to your trip? Stay near Toronto Pearson International Airport. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Toronto to Penang International Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
Of all flights leaving Toronto Pearson International Airport, 64% land on time at their destination.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can get to YTZ from central Toronto in approximately 10 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The ride on public transport will take roughly 20 minutes to travel the 3 kms (2 miles) or so.
Taking off bright and early? You might like to check in to one of these accommodation options near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your Toronto to PEN flight:
62% of flights out of Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport (YHM)
YHM is around 72 kms (45 miles) from central Toronto. The drive from the city centre to the terminal takes about 1 hour 10 minutes. If you're considering public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Make catching an early Toronto to Penang International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these hotels close to John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that measures how often flights arrive at their destinations without delays. At YHM, that figure is 71%.
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PEN if you have a late flight from Toronto to Penang International Airport. Pick one of these options and say goodnight sooner:
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Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your Toronto to Penang International Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Central George Town is around 16 kms (10 miles) from Penang International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for getting into town, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Penang International Airport (PEN)
£490 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Penang International Airport. A return flight starts from £1,041. These prices can change based on availability.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Toronto to PEN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Penang International Airport (PEN)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Toronto to Penang International Airport (PEN). January is when most people travel to George Town. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, go in September.
Before locking in your Toronto to PEN plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
January has temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Toronto to Penang International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about George Town
Start your George Town trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Toronto to Penang International Airport, check out our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to start. George Town, Malaysia UNESCO AREA, Georgetown Heritage site and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site are leading attractions which should be on every George Town itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done George Town, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Journey around 241 kms (150 miles) northeast to Kota Bharu to check off its leading sights. From Kota Bharu to Istana Negeri Kelantan and Museum Of Islamic Culture, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, about 290 kms (180 miles) southeast of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, Photo Spot Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Twin Towers Photo Point are key highlights.
