Traveling from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
A direct flight from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport takes on average 46 minutes. George Town's timezone is UTC+8 — the same as Langkawi.
Flights from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport start from 09:20 — the earliest with AirAsia. The latest flight in the day is the 21:30 service with Firefly. In total, there are 51 services every week from LGK to PEN.
You can expect longer queues during popular months such as August and other peak periods. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a smart move.
An easy journey from LGK to PEN is all it takes to get to George Town, Malaysia. You'll find a variety of airlines that operate direct flights from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport, including:
We make it easy to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between LGK and PEN are:
Changi International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Senai Airport
For a flight within Malaysia, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present some form of identity document, such as a driver's license or ID card. Once you've booked your cheap ticket from LGK to PEN, check your ID is valid before you fly.
How to find the cheapest flights from Langkawi International Airport (LGK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport is $18. The cheapest price for a return flight is $31. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book 9 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from LGK to PEN.
The cheapest month for tickets from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
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Use filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.
Handy information about Langkawi International Airport (LGK)
Langkawi International Airport is about 11 kilometers from central Langkawi. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 16 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
After a convenient hotel close to LGK? If you're catching an early flight from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near PEN:
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport to the center of George Town is about 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometers away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit George Town. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Langkawi International Airport to Penang International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in George Town, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LGK to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 31ºC then.
More about George Town
Start your George Town trip right by finding an amazing place to stay. After booking your flight from LGK to PEN, browse our hotel options including:
All great journeys should include some sightseeing. Penang Hill Station 45, Penang Street Arts and Pinang Peranakan Mansion are among the things you can't miss in George Town.
Complete your George Town trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Penang International Airport — next up is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in George Town.