Flying from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
2 hours 26 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport. George Town is 1 hour ahead of Jakarta and operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
There are 18 flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport weekly. Jump on the 08:00 flight if you want to get going as soon as possible. If you're keen to get the most out of your day, the latest flight from CGK to PEN is 18:20.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
AirAsia has direct flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in George Town — plus maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between CGK and PEN:
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport
Changi International Airport
Kuala Namu International Airport
Before reserving your cheap ticket from CGK to PEN, check whether you need a visa to enter Malaysia. Travel document and visa requirements can differ and are updated frequently. To get the latest information, contact the nearest embassy or consulate of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport is R 707. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,461. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CGK to PEN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
The cheapest month for tickets from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have a flexible travel schedule.
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Handy information about Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK)
Located around 32 kilometres from central Jakarta, Soekarno-Hatta International Airport can be reached in approximately 36 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The same journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour and 29 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to CGK? If you've booked an early flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
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 Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to George Town in February.
Book your flight from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to visit George Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CGK to PEN around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about George Town
After locking in your flights from CGK to PEN, you'll want to find a place to stay in George Town. Make one of these options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
Penang Hill Station 45 and Penang Street Arts are just a couple of the major attractions to add to your George Town to-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
Complete your George Town trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Penang International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in George Town.