Flying from Osaka to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know
Penang International Airport is located in George Town. The city is in the UTC+8 timezone and is one hour behind Osaka.
To ensure you get on your flight from Osaka to PEN, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak time like April? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Osaka
Kansai International Airport (KIX)
A stopover is the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and perhaps even explore another city. When searching for cheap flights from Osaka to PEN departing from Kansai International Airport (KIX), deselect the 'Direct flights only' box to find all potential stops. Some popular options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
The journey from central Osaka to KIX takes around 45 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Kansai International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Osaka to Penang International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Of all flights departing from Kansai International Airport, 68% land on schedule at their destination.
KIX is located at 1 Senshukukokita, Izumisano.
Osaka Itami International Airport (ITM)
With public transport, you can travel from central Osaka to ITM in around 35 minutes. The airport is roughly 18 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Osaka to PEN flight? Kick back in a hotel near Osaka Itami International Airport before your break officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Osaka Itami International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77%.
The street address for ITM is 3丁目555 Nishimachi, Hotarugaike, Toyonaka.
Kobe Airport (UKB)
From the centre of Osaka, UKB is around 32 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to get to the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Skip the rush on your departure day — stay near Kobe Airport and know you'll get to your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you're catching an early Osaka to Penang International Airport flight:
UKB has a stellar on-time arrivals performance of 85%, so you can count on your flight to stay on schedule and touch down as expected.
Kobe Airport is located at 1 Kobekuko, Chuo Ward.
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you have a late flight from Osaka to Penang International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Penang International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and explore beyond George Town's usual tourist stops.
Booking your vehicle around four weeks ahead of your Osaka to Penang International Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Central George Town is around 16 kilometres from Penang International Airport and takes about 25 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for making the trip into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Osaka to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Rs17,510 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Osaka to Penang International Airport. A return flight starts at Rs63,993. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Osaka to PEN. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price in each month when searching for your Osaka to Penang International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Osaka to Penang International Airport (PEN)
January is the most popular month for flights from Osaka to Penang International Airport (PEN). Plan your visit to George Town in September if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Book a Osaka to PEN plane ticket departing in March if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in George Town to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Osaka to Penang International Airport in January when temperatures are between 23ºC and 31ºC.
More about George Town
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in George Town right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Osaka to Penang International Airport:
There are loads of terrific things to do in George Town when you're ready to go sightseeing. Head straight for George Town, Malaysia UNESCO AREA followed by Georgetown Heritage site and Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres northeast of George Town, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Kota Bharu, Istana Negeri Kelantan and Museum Of Islamic Culture.
If there's time to check out another great destination in 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 among the biggest draws.