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Flight deals from Dubai to Penang

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.$648 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Mar, returning Fri, 21 Mar.Return flight with Air India Express and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air India Express, departs from Dubai on Wed, 12 Mar, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Fri, 21 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $648, select.
George Town.$700 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Air India and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $700, select.
George Town.$745 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Dubai on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Penang on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $745, select.
George Town.$745 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Jun, returning Sat, 28 Jun.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Dubai on Thu, 19 Jun, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Penang on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $745, select.
George Town.$762 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Air India and Malaysia Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Air India, departs from Dubai on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Penang on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $762, select.
George Town.$776 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Mar, returning Sun, 16 Mar.Return flight with flydubai.Outbound direct flight with flydubai departs from Dubai on Thu, 13 Mar, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with flydubai departs from Penang on Sun, 16 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $776, select.
George Town.$776 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Oct.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Dubai on Thu, 3 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Penang on Fri, 24 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $776, select.
George Town.$799 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Apr, returning Thu, 6 Nov.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Dubai on Thu, 3 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Thu, 6 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $799, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Penang flights are currently cheapest in March.
Mar
from $648
Apr
from $700
May
from $848
Jun
from $745
Jul
from $997
Aug
from $953
Sep
from $984
Oct
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Nov
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Dec
from $1,079
Jan
from $1,079
Feb
from $1,023

Direct flights from Dubai to Penang

Dubai to Penang: Alternative routes

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

Dubai to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$648
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time7 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineEmirates
Average flights per week12

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Penang is $648. 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.
7 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Dubai to Penang.
Emirates and flydubai fly direct from Dubai to Penang.
As of March 2025, there are 12 flights per week flying from Dubai to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Penang is usually March 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Penang Airport on Wednesday, 12 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 7 hours and 1 minute.
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.

Flying from Dubai to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Dubai. Explore your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB) or Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) when booking your flight from Dubai to Penang International Airport (PEN).

  • 7 hours 9 minutes is the average time for a direct flight from Dubai to Penang International Airport.

  • George Town is 4 hours ahead of Dubai. Penang International Airport is located in George Town, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.

  • The most popular route is from Dubai Airport (DXB) to Penang International Airport (PEN), with 9 direct services every week. If you'd like to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DXB to PEN is the 04:10 flydubai option. If you prefer to leave later in the day, the final departure is at 04:35 with flydubai.

  • For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from Dubai to PEN.

  • Flying during a peak time like July? School holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai Airport (DXB)

  • You can find a direct flight from Dubai to Penang International Airport (PEN) departing from Dubai Airport (DXB).

  • You can lock in a direct flight from Dubai to Penang International Airport with flydubai. This popular carrier operates departures from DXB.

  • We make it a piece of cake to plan a flight from Dubai to PEN with a stopover. To see all your options departing from Dubai Airport (DXB), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between DXB and PEN include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • DXB is roughly 14 kilometres from the centre of Dubai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to Dubai Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Dubai to Penang International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

Dubai World Central - Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

About Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Consider staying in a hotel close to PEN if you're taking a late flight from Dubai to Penang International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:

Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town

  • Penang International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from central George Town. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 26 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Book a one-way ticket from Dubai to Penang International Airport from $310 or travel return from just $648. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.

  • We recommend booking 8 months in advance. Flight price data suggests you're more likely to find flight tickets from Dubai to PEN then.

  • To snag the best price on your tickets from Dubai to Penang International Airport, book your trip for May (it's when flights are cheapest). Have flexibility with your dates? Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the most affordable day to fly.

  • Set up a Price Alert for flight tickets from Dubai to PEN. There's no need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price.

  • Personalise your trip using filters. Choose the number of stops, duration, and arrival and departure times to find the right flight from Dubai to Penang International Airport. You can also sort the results to see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' options first.

The best time to fly from Dubai to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Dubai to Penang International Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to George Town in February when things are quieter.

  • Schedule your flight from Dubai to PEN for March if you're eager to head to the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in George Town to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from Dubai to Penang International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC on average.

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