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Flight deals from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang

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George Town.$75 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Apr, returning Sun, 27 Apr.Return flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Sat, 19 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Penang on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $75, select.
George Town.$75 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Wed, 14 May.Return flight with AirAsia and Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Penang on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $75, select.
George Town.$77 per passenger.Departing Sat, 8 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.
George Town.$77 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.
George Town.$77 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Oct, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Wed, 22 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.
George Town.$77 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Jun, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Indonesia AirAsia and AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.
George Town.$77 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Tue, 30 Sep.Return flight with Indonesia AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Indonesia AirAsia departs from Penang on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.
George Town.$77 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Medan Kuala Namu on Wed, 23 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Medan Kuala Namu.Price includes taxes and charges.From $77, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Medan Kuala Namu to Penang flights are currently cheapest in April.
Apr
from $75
May
from $75
Jun
from $77
Jul
from $77
Aug
from $77
Sep
from $77
Oct
from $78
Nov
from $77
Dec
from $100
Jan
from $118
Feb
from $128
Mar
from $128

Direct flights from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang

Medan Kuala Namu to Penang: Alternative routes

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

Medan to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$75
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time48 mins
Most popular airlineLionAir Indonesia
Average flights per week24

Finding cheap flights from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang is $75. 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.
48 minutes is the average flight time from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang.
LionAir Indonesia, Indonesia AirAsia and AirAsia fly direct from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang.
As of April 2025, there are 24 flights per week flying from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Medan Kuala Namu to Penang is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Medan Kuala Namu Airport to Penang Airport on Thursday, 1 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 48 minutes.
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.
Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Flying from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport takes on average 49 minutes. The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is 1 hour ahead of Medan.

  • Each week, there are 147 flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport. If you want to be on board as soon as possible, go for the 06:55 Firefly flight. If you're keen to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight from KNO to PEN is 22:55 with Indonesia AirAsia.

  • Travelling during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Visiting George Town (and then exploring more of Malaysia!) is a breeze with AirAsia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport.

  • If you prefer a stopover for your flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. Here are the most popular stopovers between KNO and PEN:

    • Changi International Airport

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta International Airport

  • To find out if you need a visa to enter Malaysia, contact your airline and the local embassy or consulate. They'll provide you with the most current information, including additional documents you may need after booking your cheap ticket from KNO to PEN.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport is $36. The cheapest price for a return flight is $75. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap flight tickets from KNO to PEN by booking at least 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • April is the cheapest month for tickets from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from KNO to PEN is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)

  • Travelling from central Medan to Kuala Namu International Airport takes around 1 hour and 13 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or hail a cab, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 49 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near KNO. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:

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

  • From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to get to the centre driving.

When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit George Town. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in February.

  • Book your flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you want to visit George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from KNO to PEN sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

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