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Flight deals from Sydney to Penang

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from £321. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.£137 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £137, select.
George Town.£143 per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Feb.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
George Town.£143 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
George Town.£143 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Oct.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £143, select.
George Town.£156 per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 May.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sun, 9 May, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £156, select.
George Town.£157 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Mon, 29 Mar, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £157, select.
George Town.£158 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £158, select.
George Town.£158 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Wed, 26 Aug, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £158, select.
George Town.£158 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Apr.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £158, select.
George Town.£158 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £158, select.
George Town.£210 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £210, select.
George Town.£325 per passenger.Departing Sun, 28 Jun.One-way flight with AirAsia X.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Sun, 28 Jun, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £325, select.
George Town.£335 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Jun.One-way flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sun, 6 Jun, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From £335, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Penang flights are currently cheapest in July.
Jun
from £325
Jul
from £137
Aug
from £158
Sep
from £158
Oct
from £143
Nov
from £143
Dec
from £210
Jan
from £158
Feb
from £143
Mar
from £157
Apr
from £158
May
from £156

Sydney to Penang: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to George Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Penang.

Penang

9 miles from central George Town
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Alor Setar

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Sydney to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found£137
Cheapest month to flyJuly

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Penang is £261. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Penang. But we found flights with one or more stops from £261.
As of June 2026, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Penang is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport on Sunday, 26 July 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Penang Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Travelling from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Penang Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • George Town is three hours behind Sydney and is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SYD to PEN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SYD and PEN:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Singapore Changi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Penang Airport (PEN)

  • Currently, £137 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Sydney Airport to Penang Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £261. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to PEN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SYD to PEN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport.

Handy information about Sydney Airport (SYD)

  • Of all flights departing from Sydney Airport, 66% land on schedule at their destination.

  • To get to Sydney Airport from central Sydney, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kms (5 miles) from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey on public transport takes about 15 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near SYD. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Penang Airport (PEN)

Getting from Penang Airport (PEN) to central George Town

  • From Penang Airport, George Town is approximately 16 kms (10 miles) away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.

When to fly to Penang Airport (PEN)

  • April is the most popular month for flights from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport. To escape the crowds, head to George Town in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Sydney Airport to Penang Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 31ºC then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've seen George Town, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kms (140 miles) east to Kota Bharu to tick off its top attractions. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Kuala Lumpur is another well-known destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kms (180 miles) south-east of George Town. No trip is complete without experiencing Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.

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