Travelling from Malacca (MKZ) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
You don't need your passport or a visa to fly within Malaysia. You will need a valid identity document however, like a driver's license or an ID card. Put them on your packing list once you've got your cheap ticket from MKZ to PEN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Malacca (MKZ) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Malacca to Penang International Airport is Rs21,985. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs50,974. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap flights from MKZ to PEN, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a ticket from Malacca to Penang International Airport.
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Take advantage of filters to find the best journey for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Malacca to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Malacca (MKZ)
Travelling from central Malacca to Malacca takes about 51 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 11 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Taking an early flight from Malacca to Penang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to MKZ:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Malacca 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
Penang International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central George Town. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 26 minutes.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Malacca to Penang International Airport. To skip the crowds, visit George Town in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Malacca to Penang International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MKZ to PEN in January. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 31ºC then.
More about George Town
As soon as you've locked in your flights from MKZ 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 city:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be hard to figure out where to start. Penang Hill Station 45, Penang Street Arts and Pinang Peranakan Mansion are leading attractions which should be on every George Town itinerary.
Complete your George Town trip with hotels and a car rental
We've got more party tricks than just comparing flights. Once you've booked your cheap ticket to Penang International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the flexibility and freedom to travel around at your own pace. Next, have a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find the perfect George Town stay.
