Travelling from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know
Penang International Airport is located in George Town. The city operates on the UTC+8 timezone and is 13 hours ahead of New York.
For hassle-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from New York to PEN.
July is a popular time to fly out. If you're heading away then or around a major holiday like July Fourth, turn up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in New York
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from New York to PEN. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). Slip in a stop (and skip the high fares) by flying through one of these popular options:
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of New York, JFK can be reached in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 50 minutes.
Catching an early flight from New York to Penang International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near New York John F. Kennedy International Airport:
73% of flights that leave from New York John F. Kennedy International Airport reach their destination on time.
JFK is located at JFK Airport.
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Make the most of your holiday with a stopover on your flight from New York to Penang International Airport. Check out these connections between Newark Liberty International Airport and PEN:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Dubai International Airport (DXB)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
EWR is around 24 kilometres from central New York. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your New York to PEN flight, stay in one of these hotels near Newark Liberty International Airport:
71% of flights departing Newark Liberty International Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
EWR is located at Building 1, Conrad Road.
New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA)
LGA is roughly 13 kilometres from central New York. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 30 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.
Sleep a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your New York to Penang International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near New York LaGuardia Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out early:
The on-time performance rate of LGA is 69%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive as planned.
You'll find New York LaGuardia Airport at Hangar 7 Centre.
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
Have a late flight from New York to Penang International Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near PEN and hit the lights earlier:
Booking your ride around four weeks in advance of your New York to Penang International Airport flight can help you score a better rate.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central George Town. It takes around 25 minutes or so to drive to the city.
It typically takes 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Rs146,355 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from New York to Penang International Airport. Return flights start from Rs274,724. These prices can change based on demand.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from New York to PEN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have some flexibility with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your New York to Penang International Airport ticket.
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Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from New York to Penang International Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.
The best time to fly from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN)
December is the quietest month for flights from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN), while January is the busiest. Work out the best time to visit George Town based on whether you like a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your New York to PEN plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
Look for cheap tickets from New York to Penang International Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC.
More about George Town
Once you've booked your flight from New York to Penang International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these options your base for exploring George Town:
There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site, Street Art by Ernest Zacharevic - "Boy on Motorbike" and Rainbow Skywalk are top sights which should feature on any good George Town itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited George Town, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Travel around 241 kilometres northeast to Kota Bharu to tick off its top sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres southeast of George Town. No trip is complete without seeing Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.
