Flying from Tokyo to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is one hour behind Tokyo. Penang International Airport is located in George Town.
To ensure you get on your flight from Tokyo to PEN, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as March, you'll want to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Airports in Tokyo
Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND)
We make it a piece of cake to find cheap flights from Tokyo to PEN that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Tokyo Haneda International Airport (HND), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between HND and PEN include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Tokyo, HND can be reached in about 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport will take roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Tokyo Haneda International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Tokyo to Penang International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Tokyo Haneda International Airport, 78% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
You'll find HND at 3丁目 Hanedakuko, Ota.
Tokyo Narita International Airport (NRT)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to stretch your legs with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Tokyo to Penang International Airport, browse these options when setting off from Tokyo Narita International Airport:
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
NRT is about 56 kilometres from central Tokyo. It takes 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour.
Start your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Tokyo to PEN flight, unwind in one of these hotels close to Tokyo Narita International Airport:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Tokyo Narita International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 73%.
NRT is located at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
Have a late flight from Tokyo to Penang International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PEN and fast-forward to bedtime:
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle around four weeks before your Tokyo to Penang International Airport flight.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, central George Town is around 16 kilometres away. It takes about 25 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
It takes roughly 55 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tokyo to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Currently, RM508 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tokyo to Penang International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM808. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tokyo to PEN. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Tokyo to Penang International Airport tickets across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Tokyo to Penang International Airport (PEN)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding the best time to fly. December is the quietest month to go to George Town. January is when most people book flights from Tokyo to Penang International Airport (PEN), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
When booking your Tokyo to PEN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Tokyo to Penang International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about George Town
Start your George Town trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Tokyo to Penang International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Georgetown UNESCO Historic Site, Street Art by Ernest Zacharevic - "Boy on Motorbike" and Rainbow Skywalk are essential stops on your George Town itinerary.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town has plenty to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. About 241 kilometres northeast of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
Around 290 kilometres southeast of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another favourite stop in Malaysia. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.