Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is 1 hour.
George Town and Kuala Lumpur share the same timezone, UTC+8.
Flights from PEN to KUL start from 05:50 — the earliest with Malaysia Airlines. The last service of the day is at 22:15 with Malaysia Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 180 weekly Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your PEN to KUL flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Kuala Lumpur adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this exciting corner of Malaysia:
AirAsia has the highest passenger demand on this route.
Malaysia Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers PEN to KUL flights, with 71.95% of its services landing on schedule.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between PEN and KUL:
Langkawi International Airport
Kuala Namu International Airport
Senai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
R 171 is the lowest price for a one-way Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight. Return flights start at R 342. These fares can change depending on demand.
Get cheap tickets from PEN to KUL by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for bagging a bargain.
Organise your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PEN to KUL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Lock in the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Of the departures from Penang International Airport, 69.54% touch down on time at their destination.
Central George Town to Penang International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Have an early flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near PEN:
Arriving at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
If you're coming in on a late Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near KUL:
Hit the road running by picking up a Kuala Lumpur International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or GoSoCar and explore beyond Kuala Lumpur's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Kuala Lumpur International Airport around four weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to central Kuala Lumpur
From Kuala Lumpur International Airport, Kuala Lumpur is approximately 64 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes to reach the centre by car.
It typically takes 4 hours 30 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The quietest month for a flight from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Kuala Lumpur based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Kuala Lumpur is March, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Penang International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
January has average temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PEN to KUL sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 338 kilometres north of Kuala Lumpur, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Any journey through Malaysia wouldn't feel complete without exploring Kampung Baru Subang. Simflightkl is just one of the highlights in this destination, which is about 18 kilometres west of Kuala Lumpur.
