Travelling from London to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Penang International Airport (PEN), you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Consider London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
George Town is 8 hours ahead of London. Penang International Airport is located in George Town, which operates on the UTC+8 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from London to PEN.
Popular months like July or other peak periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by arriving at the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight from London to PEN that includes a stopover. To see your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between LHR and PEN include:
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The distance from central London to LHR is approximately 31 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you're driving or taking public transport.
Have an early flight from London to Penang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to London Heathrow Airport:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Visit friends or family or just take a moment to refresh yourself with a stopover. If you'd like to break up your flight from London to Penang International Airport, here's where you can stop when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
LGW is about 80 kilometres from central London. It takes 1 hour and 19 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour and 26 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an extra night away from home. Before your flight from London to PEN, chill out in one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport:
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're coming in on a late flight from London to Penang International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport to central George Town takes around 26 minutes by car. It's approximately 18 kilometres away. Discover what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from London to Penang International Airport is $445. The cheapest price for a return flight is $982. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up flight tickets from London to PEN, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest tickets from London to Penang International Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates are flexible.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll get in touch straight away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for flight tickets from London to PEN every day.
Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
The best time to fly from London to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the busiest month for flights from London to Penang International Airport. To escape the crowds, plan your trip to George Town in February when things are quieter.
Think about the kind of weather that'll work with your plans for George Town. The warmest month is March. Book your flights from London to PEN during then and you can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap flights from London to Penang International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about George Town
Start your George Town trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from London to Penang International Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
One of the best ways to get a feel for George Town is to check out its most popular sights. Highlights include Penang Hill Station 45, Penang Street Arts and Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
Complete your George Town trip with a car rental
Grab the keys to one of our car rentals in George Town and see the sights on your own terms. Easily compare rates from trusted providers in one place after booking your hotel and cheap flights from London to Penang International Airport.