Flying from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is eight hours ahead of London.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your LGW to PEN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Flying during a peak month such as August? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to Penang International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and PEN:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Shanghai Pudong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to Penang International Airport flight is Rs99,431. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs196,001. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from LGW to PEN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when searching for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to Penang International Airport.
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Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, data shows 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central London to London Gatwick Airport is approximately 80 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to LGW? If you're catching an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to Penang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Consider staying in a hotel near PEN if you're taking a late London Gatwick Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a Penang International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and chase adventure across George Town and beyond.
Booking your ride from Penang International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport to the centre of George Town has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The quietest month for a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to George Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from London Gatwick 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.
Look for cheap tickets from LGW to PEN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest 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 explored. About 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.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are key reasons to visit.
