Flying from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can fly out of in Frankfurt. Explore your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when booking your flight from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport (PEN).
George Town is seven hours ahead of Frankfurt. Penang International Airport is located in George Town, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Frankfurt to PEN.
With more people on the move during peak seasons, it's smart to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will allow for extra wait times.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Frankfurt to PEN with a stopover. To explore all the options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between FRA and PEN include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Travelling from central Frankfurt to FRA takes around 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 14 kms (9 miles) in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a stress-free start to your break? Stay near Frankfurt Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
You can arrive at HHN from the centre of Frankfurt in about 1 hour 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 2 hours 40 minutes to cover the 121 kms (75 miles) or so.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Frankfurt to PEN flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
53.13% of flights departing Frankfurt - Hahn Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PEN and hit the lights earlier:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Penang International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and explore beyond George Town's main sights.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Penang International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Currently, £315 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is £554. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap flights from Frankfurt to PEN, book ahead. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in every month when searching for your Frankfurt to Penang International Airport ticket.
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Lock in a cheap flight from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport (PEN). Visit George Town in February for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your Frankfurt to PEN plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).
More about George Town
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in George Town right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Penang International Airport:
George Town, Malaysia UNESCO AREA and Georgetown Heritage site are just a couple of the big attractions to add to your George Town travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out George Town.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done George Town, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel around 241 kms (150 miles) north-east to Kota Bharu to tick off its top sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Masjid Al Karomah, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kms (180 miles) south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.
