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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Popular airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

You can choose from 4 airlines that fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, including AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, and Firefly Airline. Malaysia Airlines offers the lowest prices on this route.
AirAsia logo AirAsia
Malaysia Airlines logo Malaysia Airlines
Firefly Airline logo Firefly Airline
Batik Air Malaysia logo Batik Air Malaysia
Airlines are determined based on actual purchased flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Penang according to previous 12 months data from Trip.com.

Explore the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang in the next three months. Based on Trip.com's data from the latest 7 days, one-way direct flights start at S$ 17, and round-trip direct tickets start at S$ 48.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        SZB 13:35
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 14:40
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Thu, Jul 30 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 06:10
        1h
        Direct
        KUL 07:10
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Mon, Aug 3 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 48 S$ 78
        38% off
        38% off
        S$ 78 S$ 48
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Mon, Aug 10 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 20:35
        1h
        Direct
        KUL 21:35
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Wed, Aug 12 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 58 S$ 78
        26% off
        26% off
        S$ 78 S$ 58
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Sun, Aug 9 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 20:35
        1h
        Direct
        KUL 21:35
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Wed, Aug 12 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 58 S$ 78
        26% off
        26% off
        S$ 78 S$ 58
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Tue, Aug 4 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 06:45
        1h
        Direct
        KUL 07:45
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Tue, Aug 11 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 58
        26% off
        S$ 78 S$ 58
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Wed, Aug 5 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 06:45
        1h
        Direct
        KUL 07:45
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Tue, Aug 11 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 58
        26% off
        S$ 78 S$ 58
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Wed, Jul 29 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 21:50
        1h
        Direct
        SZB 22:50
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Sat, Aug 1 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 61
        22% off
        S$ 78 S$ 61
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Sun, Aug 2 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 22:35
        1h
        Direct
        SZB 23:35
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Wed, Aug 5 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 61
        22% off
        S$ 78 S$ 61
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Tue, Jul 28 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 21:50
        1h
        Direct
        SZB 22:50
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Sat, Aug 1 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 61
        22% off
        S$ 78 S$ 61
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Tue, Jul 21 | Malaysia Airlines
        PEN 22:35
        1h
        Direct
        SZB 23:35
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Tue, Jul 28 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 61
        22% off
        S$ 78 S$ 61
      • KUL 22:00
        1h
        Direct
        PEN 23:00
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Sun, Aug 9 | Firefly Airline
        PEN 20:35
        1h
        Direct
        KUL 21:35
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Wed, Aug 12 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 61
        22% off
        S$ 78 S$ 61
      • KUL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        PEN 14:00
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Sat, Jun 13 | Normal Airline
        PEN 15:00
        6h
        Direct
        KUL 16:00
        Penang - Kuala Lumpur | Mon, Jun 15 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        KUL 11:50
        1h
        Direct
        PEN 12:50
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Wed, Aug 5 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 17 S$ 42
        60% off
        60% off
        S$ 42 S$ 17
      • KUL 11:50
        1h
        Direct
        PEN 12:50
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Wed, Aug 5 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 18 S$ 42
        56% off
        56% off
        S$ 42 S$ 18
      • KUL 09:00
        1h
        Direct
        PEN 10:00
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Mon, Aug 3 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 28 S$ 42
        33% off
        33% off
        S$ 42 S$ 28
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Wed, Jul 29 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 30
        28% off
        S$ 42 S$ 30
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Tue, Jul 21 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 31
        26% off
        S$ 42 S$ 31
      • KUL 09:50
        55m
        Direct
        PEN 10:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Wed, Aug 5 | AirAsia
        S$ 31
        26% off
        S$ 42 S$ 31
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Tue, Aug 4 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 31
        26% off
        S$ 42 S$ 31
      • SZB 06:40
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 07:45
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Tue, Jul 28 | Malaysia Airlines
        S$ 31
        26% off
        S$ 42 S$ 31
      • SZB 21:00
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 22:05
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Mon, Aug 3 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 32
        24% off
        S$ 42 S$ 32
      • SZB 21:00
        1h 5m
        Direct
        PEN 22:05
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Sat, Aug 1 | Firefly Airline
        S$ 33
        21% off
        S$ 42 S$ 33
      • KUL 13:00
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        PEN 14:00
        Kuala Lumpur - Penang | Sat, Jun 13 | Normal Airline
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Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

The distance between Kuala Lumpur and Penang is approximately 287.76km. It takes around 1 hour 1 minute on average to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang. Based on Trip.com's data, travel demand peaks in July. The off-season for travel is November.

Cheapest one-way flight priceS$ 17
Cheapest return ticket priceS$ 48
Off-season for travelNovember
Peak season for travelJuly
Flight distance287.76km
Average flight time1 hour 1 minute
Popular airlineAirAsia Berhad
Flight statistics for the Kuala Lumpur–Penang route are based on aggregated booking data from Trip.com over the past 12 months.

Trip.com Price Insights on Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang.

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

The average price of one-way flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is September, with an average price of S$ 16, and the most expensive month is March, with an average price of up to S$ 18.

S$ 18
S$ 17
S$ 16
S$ 15
    Cheapest
  • S$ 17
    Jun
  • S$ 17
    Jul
  • S$ 17
    Aug
  • S$ 16
    Sep
  • S$ 17
    Oct
  • S$ 17
    Nov
  • S$ 17
    Dec
  • S$ 17
    Jan
  • S$ 17
    Feb
  • S$ 18
    Mar
  • S$ 18
    Apr
  • S$ 18
    May

What is the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang?

The average price of round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang purchased by Trip.com users by month over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com’s data, the cheapest month for round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is January, with an average price of S$ 47, and the most expensive month is May, with an average price of up to S$ 79.

S$ 79
S$ 63
S$ 47
S$ 31
    Cheapest
  • S$ 61
    Jun
  • S$ 68
    Jul
  • S$ 62
    Aug
  • S$ 60
    Sep
  • S$ 54
    Oct
  • S$ 55
    Nov
  • S$ 55
    Dec
  • S$ 47
    Jan
  • S$ 57
    Feb
  • S$ 52
    Mar
  • S$ 62
    Apr
  • S$ 79
    May

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Which airlines offer the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Penang (PEN)?

    Based on Trip.com data, Malaysia Airlines offers one-way fares as low as S$ 17 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. KUL to PEN on Wed, Aug 5), while Malaysia Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from S$ 48 departing on Thu, Jul 30 and returning on Mon, Aug 3.
  • At the moment, you can catch a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Penang with the following airlines, including: AirAsia Berhad Malaysia Airlines Firefly Batik Air Malaysia Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.
  • It takes about 1 hour 1 minute to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Penang (PEN).
  • By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.
  • Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 234 flight per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Penang. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Malaysia Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- MH5396 (10:40) Firefly: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- FY1440 (21:28) Batik Air Malaysia: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- OD2106 (21:26)
  • To find best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
    · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Wed, Aug 5, with one-way flights priced at just S$ 17.
    · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Malaysia Airlines.
    · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
    · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
    · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Penang travel is around July.
    · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.
  • The cheapest months to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is November, when demand for travel is lower.
  • After crunching the numbers on our June flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang on June 14, 2026 with Malaysia Airlines, with prices starting at S$ 12.
  • You can land at any one of the following hubs in Penang, with Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Penang International Airport (KUL-PEN) is by far the most common option on this route: Penang International Airport (PEN).
  • The time difference between Penang and Kuala Lumpur is 0h.
  • Tickets can only be changed or cancelled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

Before your flight from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Penang (PEN)

Kuala Lumpur to Penang flight schedule

Planning a trip from Kuala Lumpur to Penang? With about 25 direct flights daily from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Penang International Airport (PEN), you can reach Penang in just 1 hour. Direct flights are available, ensuring a quick and seamless journey. The first flight departs at 6:20 AM, giving you plenty of flexibility in your travel schedule.

KUL-PEN Flight Schedule

Average flight time

1h

Daily flights

25

Earliest flight

06:20⇒07:20

Compare airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

Several airlines operate flights between Kuala Lumpur and Penang, with both direct and connecting flights available. Popular carriers include Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, Batik Air Malaysia and Firefly Airline. Choose the one that suits your schedule and budget. Be sure to check out exclusive offers on Trip.com, where you can compare flight times, services, and prices to secure the best deals for your journey.

Airline

Flight Time

Type

Roundtrip Price

(Estimated)

Malaysia Airlines

1h

Direct

From S$66

AirAsia

55m

Direct

From S$41

Batik Air Malaysia

1h

Direct

From S$50

Firefly Airline

1h

Direct

From S$55

Note: Prices are estimated and may vary depending on the booking period, travel dates, and promotions.

Best time to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Penang

The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Penang is during the off-peak seasons. November is often the most affordable month to book flights. Reserving your flight 45 to 60 days in advance can help you snag the best deals. Mid-week flights, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, tend to offer lower prices as well.

Checking in for your flight at Kuala Lumpur Airport

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) is the main airport in KL, handling both domestic and international flights with excellent efficiency. It’s larger than some regional airports, and provides a smooth experience for travellers.

Most flights to Penang depart from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 at Kuala Lumpur Airport. Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia, Firefly Airline typically operate from Terminal 1, while AirAsia flights depart from Terminal 2. Check-in counters usually close 45 to 60 minutes before departure, so it’s best to arrive at least 2 to 3 hours ahead of your flight for a stress-free check-in.

Before heading to Kuala Lumpur Airport, here’s how you can get there:

  • Taxis: Taxis are the most convenient option, taking about 45 minutes to an hour from the city centre.
  • Airport Express (KLIA Ekspres): Taking trains is fast and direct from KL Sentral to the airport, taking approximately 28 minutes.
  • Buses: Multiple bus routes serve the airport, with travel time ranging from 1 hour to 1.5 hours.

Arrival at Penang Airport

Penang International Airport (PEN) is a key gateway to the beautiful island of Penang. While smaller than some major international airports, it offers efficient services and a comfortable travel experience. Once you arrive at Penang Airport, here are a few ways to get to the city:

  • Taxis: Taxis are the most convenient option. The journey to the city takes about 30 minutes.
  • Buses: Public buses operate from the airport to various parts of the island, with travel times ranging from 45 minutes to an hour.
  • Ride-hailing: Grab is a popular choice for door-to-door service, with competitive prices and comfort.

Complete your trip

Plan your trip with Trip.com! Stay connected upon arrival with a convenient Malaysia eSIM for fast data. From budget-friendly guesthouses to luxury beachfront resorts, you'll find a wide range of hotels in Penang to suit your needs. Don't forget to explore the top attractions, including the George Town heritage area, the Kek Lok Si Temple, and the beautiful Penang Hill for fatanstic views.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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To request a change or cancellation, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and flight segment, and submit your request. Please note that additional charges may apply based on the airline’s fare rules.
Cancellation/change due to a flight schedule change:
If your flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For full details of change and cancellation policies, please refer to the customer support pages.