Flying from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, making George Town eight hours ahead of Manchester.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your MAN to PEN flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport. These are the top stopovers between MAN and PEN:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Currently, RM1,888 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is RM2,638. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAN to PEN if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
Getting cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from MAN to PEN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to Manchester Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59.39% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Manchester to Manchester Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MAN:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
Grab a Penang International Airport rental car and discover George Town and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Penang International Airport about four weeks ahead of your departure.
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 reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport. To escape the crowds, visit George Town in February.
Lock in your flight from Manchester Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to go to George Town during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from MAN to PEN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited George Town, now it's time to discover other parts of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading attractions. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Kuala Lumpur is another well-known destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No trip is complete without experiencing Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.