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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Banda Aceh to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.R 551 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 551, select.
George Town.R 572 per passenger.Departing Wed, 5 Nov.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Wed, 5 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 572, select.
George Town.R 572 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 May.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Fri, 16 May, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 572, select.
George Town.R 604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Jul.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Wed, 2 Jul, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 604, select.
George Town.R 604 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 604, select.
George Town.R 612 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Jun.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Fri, 27 Jun, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 612, select.
George Town.R 667 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Sep.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 667, select.
George Town.R 718 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Banda Aceh on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 718, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Banda Aceh to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Banda Aceh to Penang flights are currently cheapest in October.
Apr
from R 718
May
from R 572
Jun
from R 612
Jul
from R 604
Aug
from R 604
Sep
from R 667
Oct
from R 551
Nov
from R 572
Dec
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Jan
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Feb
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Mar
from R 7,546

Direct flights from Banda Aceh to Penang

Banda Aceh to Penang: Alternative routes

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

Banda Aceh to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 551
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time1 hr, 34 mins
Most popular airlineFirefly
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Banda Aceh to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Banda Aceh to Penang is R 1,279. 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.
1 hour and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Banda Aceh to Penang.
Firefly and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Banda Aceh to Penang.
As of April 2025, there are 9 flights per week flying from Banda Aceh to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Banda Aceh to Penang is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Banda Aceh Airport to Penang Airport on Friday, 16 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 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, Firefly offers the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Travelling from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • 1 hour 24 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport. George Town is 1 hour ahead of Banda Aceh and is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport start at 07:30 — the first with Firefly. The latest flight is the 12:55 service with Firefly. Overall, you can take your pick of 6 weekly services between BTJ and PEN.

  • You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.

  • Getting to George Town (and exploring more of Malaysia!) is simple with Firefly. This popular carrier has direct flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the top stopovers between BTJ and PEN:

    • Kuala Namu International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

  • To see whether you need a visa to enter Malaysia, contact your carrier and the local consulate or embassy. They'll have all the necessary information, including any other travel documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from BTJ to PEN.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport is R 551. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,279. Remember that fares could change due to demand when booking.

  • To score cheap tickets from BTJ to PEN, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from BTJ to PEN every day.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.

Handy information about Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)

  • Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Banda Aceh. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.

  • Searching for a place to stay before your flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport? Consider Kumala Hotel Banda Aceh. Enjoy a good night's rest here before making your way to BTJ.

Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these options near 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 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.

When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to George Town in February.

  • When booking your flight from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport to Penang International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. March is the warmest month in George Town, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from BTJ to PEN in January. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 31ºC then.

More about George Town

Complete your George Town trip with hotels and a car rental

  • Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Penang International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one place to get the best car rental price for your George Town holiday.

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