Flying from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Mumbai.
To ensure you catch your BOM to PEN flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between BOM and PEN include:
Don Mueang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport flight is Rs33,336. A round-trip fare is currently Rs72,962. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from BOM to PEN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from BOM to PEN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (BOM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, data shows 61.63% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport from central Mumbai, it takes about 40 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near BOM:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Reserve a hotel near PEN if you're on a late Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Penang International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and see more of George Town and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Penang International Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The quietest month for a flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit George Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you want to go to George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from BOM to PEN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be discovered. Around 225 kilometres east of George Town, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you on the go. Start with leading sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.
