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Cheap flights from Sydney to Penang from $249

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — PEN
27 Feb — 6 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Penang Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Penang

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Penang (PEN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

Round-trip from

$533

One-way from

$249

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$826
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 27/3-15/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • Sydney to Penang
9/4
  • 9/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 35m total
  • Sydney to Penang
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price ($270 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

Find flight deals from Sydney to Penang

Cheapest flights from Sydney to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 February 2025.

Tue 11/321:50SYD - PEN
1 stop14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 28/514:05PEN - SYD
2 stops43h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2$572
Fri 14/1114:00SYD - PEN
1 stop29h 25mScoot
Fri 21/1117:25PEN - SYD
1 stop24h 10mScoot
Deal found 21/2$641
Fri 21/215:15SYD - PEN
1 stop30h 45mCathay Pacific
Tue 25/200:55PEN - SYD
1 stop27h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 20/2$1,053
Fri 19/906:55SYD - PEN
2 stops17h 05mBatik Air
Fri 17/1021:30PEN - SYD
2 stops30h 35mBatik Air
Deal found 21/2$1,413
Fri 21/215:55SYD - PEN
1 stop22h 30mQantas Airways
Wed 26/212:05PEN - SYD
2 stops18h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,435
Fri 18/422:10SYD - PEN
2 stops25h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Fri 25/405:50PEN - SYD
1 stop11h 45mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,808
Thu 15/521:45SYD - PEN
1 stop25h 15mChina Southern
Mon 19/509:05PEN - SYD
1 stop21h 20mChina Southern
Deal found 21/2$3,656

Find flights from Sydney to Penang within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Penang that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

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Sydney

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Penang

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/6

12:50-16:10

1 stop29h 20m

Penang Intl

Fri 27/6

22:05-19:30

1 stop19h 25m

$520

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/3

21:50-09:25

1 stop14h 35m

Penang Intl

Wed 28/5

14:05-11:35

2 stops43h 30m

$572

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 18/4

22:10-21:30

2 stops25h 20m

Penang Intl

Fri 25/4

05:50-19:35

1 stop11h 45m

$1,808

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/5

21:45-21:00

1 stop25h 15m

Penang Intl

Mon 19/5

09:05-08:25

1 stop21h 20m

$3,656

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 28/2

14:05-16:50

1 stop29h 45m

$251

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/2

21:50-14:20

1 stop19h 30m

$268

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/5

06:55-13:30

3 stops32h 35m

$694

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 20/2

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Penang

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to Penang including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Penang?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Penang. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Penang, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Penang?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Penang (average of $338). Flying from Sydney to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to PEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Penang. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Penang in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sydney to Penang?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Penang. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Penang flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Penang by month

Plan your trip to Penang by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Penang ranges from 76.0 - 386.0 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 386.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Penang when rainfall is around 76.0 mm.

Temperature in Penang by month

Plan your trip to Penang by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Penang, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of August, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Penang. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Penang. Reviews last updated 22 February 2025.

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Crew

8.4

Overall

7.6

Food

7.5

Reviews

1 / 1

6.0
Good

Teak,June 2024

CAN - NRT

Boarding system very poor too much waiting and no system

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Penang. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Penang round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sydney to Penang round-trip from $533. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Batik Air, from $926, and Malaysia Airlines, from $1,426. Users have found that Scoot is 42% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Sydney to Penang?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Singapore?

    Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay are currently the most popular points of interest in Singapore at the moment. Sentosa, Merlion, and Boat Quay can be accessed by travelling approximately 21.6 km, 16.9 km, and 17.3 km, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travellers can book a car hire at Singapore Changi for about $132 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Sydney to Penang flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Penang that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Penang flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Penang?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Penang.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Penang?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Penang by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Penang?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Penang (average of $338). Flying from Sydney to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of $800). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Sydney to Penang

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapest$450Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$768Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$787Average$954FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$921Average$1,378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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