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Cheap flights from Sydney to Penang from $253

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 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — PEN
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Penang Intl are usually found in May or October, booked 61 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$469

One-way from

$253

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$1,145
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 29/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 55m total
  • Sydney to Penang
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Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 25m total
  • Sydney to Penang
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($262 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($80 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Thu 29/520:45SYD - PEN
1 stop21h 25mScoot
Thu 5/622:05PEN - SYD
1 stop11h 30mScoot
Deal found 14/4$469
Mon 21/709:15SYD - PEN
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/806:25PEN - SYD
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4$486
Sat 10/515:00SYD - PEN
2 stops23h 00mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/501:00PEN - SYD
1 stop17h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 14/4$1,066
Fri 6/606:30SYD - PEN
2 stops16h 15mQantas Airways
Fri 27/621:25PEN - SYD
1 stop31h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,083
Sun 21/918:05SYD - PEN
1 stop29h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/1016:55PEN - SYD
1 stop11h 00mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,150
Sat 20/913:05SYD - PEN
1 stop13h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Sun 5/1021:20PEN - SYD
1 stop10h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,195
Sat 20/911:45SYD - PEN
2 stops38h 50mGaruda Indonesia
Sun 5/1007:45PEN - SYD
2 stops48h 00mGaruda Indonesia
Deal found 15/4$1,511
Sun 21/910:10SYD - PEN
2 stops36h 25mPhilippine Airlines
Sat 4/1021:20PEN - SYD
2 stops32h 40mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,523
Sun 21/917:45SYD - PEN
2 stops22h 25mChina Airlines
Sat 4/1015:10PEN - SYD
1 stop17h 35mChina Airlines
Deal found 15/4$1,637
Sat 20/912:45SYD - PEN
2 stops28h 45mEmirates
Sat 4/1009:35PEN - SYD
1 stop19h 05mEmirates
Deal found 15/4$2,294

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SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/5

20:45-16:10

1 stop21h 25m

Penang Intl

Thu 5/6

22:05-11:35

1 stop11h 30m

$469

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/7

09:15-19:15

1 stop12h 00m

Penang Intl

Thu 7/8

06:25-20:00

1 stop11h 35m

$486

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 10/5

15:00-12:00

2 stops23h 00m

Penang Intl

Sun 11/5

01:00-20:10

1 stop17h 10m

$1,066

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 6/6

06:30-20:45

2 stops16h 15m

Penang Intl

Fri 27/6

21:25-06:40

1 stop31h 15m

$1,083

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/9

18:05-21:05

1 stop29h 00m

Penang Intl

Wed 1/10

16:55-05:55

1 stop11h 00m

$1,150

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/9

22:10-12:45

1 stop16h 35m

Penang Intl

Thu 2/10

05:50-19:35

1 stop11h 45m

$1,195

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/9

16:00-14:10

2 stops24h 10m

Penang Intl

Sun 5/10

15:10-11:45

1 stop17h 35m

$1,452

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/9

11:45-00:35

2 stops38h 50m

Penang Intl

Sun 5/10

07:45-10:45

2 stops48h 00m

$1,511

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 21/9

10:10-20:35

2 stops36h 25m

Penang Intl

Sat 4/10

21:20-08:00

2 stops32h 40m

$1,523

SydneyPenang

SYD - PEN

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/9

12:45-15:30

2 stops28h 45m

Penang Intl

Sat 4/10

09:35-06:40

1 stop19h 05m

$2,294

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Penang

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Penang from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Penang

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 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Penang, you should look to book at least 61 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 15 April 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 15 April 2025.
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Malaysia Airlines
7.3
Good
253 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Philippine Airlines
7.2
Good
855 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information
Scoot
6.7
Okay
303 reviews
Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
846 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.0

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

7.9

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

BOS - HKG

It would have been nice to understand the dates of takeoff! We missed our flight and now have to pay an extra $454.00 Very stressful and not easy to check in or get information

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 $469. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Cathay Pacific, from $1,066, and Qantas Airways, from $1,083. Users have found that Scoot is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Sydney to Penang flights have a stopover in Singapore most often.

  • 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 $136 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

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

    Sydney to Penang flights have a stopover in Kuala Lumpur least often.

  • 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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ScootCheapest$456Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$743Average$989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$794Average$969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$930Average$1,393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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