Travelling from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is two hours behind Townsville.
Your TSV to PEN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
£1,312 is the best price for a one-way Townsville Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Return flights start from £729. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TSV to PEN if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Townsville Airport to Penang International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices across every month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)
71.52% of flights that leave from Townsville Airport make it to their destination on schedule.
Central Townsville to Townsville Airport is approximately 4 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Townsville Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near TSV:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Book a hotel near PEN if you're catching a late Townsville Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Follow your own route with a Penang International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and discover more of George Town and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Penang International Airport about four weeks before you travel.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The quietest month for a flight from Townsville Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit George Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Lock in your flights from Townsville Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from TSV to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 140 miles east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If you want to check out another side of Malaysia, consider Kuala Lumpur, about 180 miles south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are the start of reasons to visit.
