Flying from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know
George Town is one hour ahead of Yogyakarta. Penang International Airport is located in George Town, which runs on the UTC+8 timezone.
For a smooth journey, 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 Yogyakarta to PEN.
Popular months like December or other peak seasons mean bigger queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Yogyakarta
New Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA)
Travelling from central Yogyakarta to YIA takes about 1 hour 15 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 40 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by staying at one of these hotels close to New Yogyakarta International Airport:
75% of flights that leave from New Yogyakarta International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
Have a late flight from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PEN and be in snooze mode sooner:
Follow your own route with a Penang International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and experience more of George Town and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around four weeks in advance of your Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport flight.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is around 16 kilometres from the centre of George Town. It takes around 25 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Currently, Rs20,120 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs45,177. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Yogyakarta to PEN. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more it could cost you.
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The best time to fly from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport (PEN)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport (PEN). January is the busiest month to travel to George Town. If you prefer a quieter vibe, think about going in September.
Book a Yogyakarta to PEN plane ticket departing in March if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in George Town to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport in January when temperatures are between 23ºC and 31ºC.
More about George Town
After booking your flight from Yogyakarta to Penang International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring George Town:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. George Town, Malaysia UNESCO AREA, Georgetown Heritage site and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned George Town itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of George Town. Around 241 kilometres away to the northeast, its best attractions include Kota Bharu, Istana Negeri Kelantan and Museum Of Islamic Culture.
If you want to check out another side of Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, roughly 290 kilometres southeast of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, Photo Spot Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Twin Towers Photo Point are the start of reasons to visit.