Flying from Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
Kuala Terengganu and George Town follow the same timezone, UTC+8.
To ensure you get on your TGG to PEN flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
At the moment, ر.ق. 103 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sultan Mahmud Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is ر.ق. 198. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from TGG to PEN, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Penang International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from TGG to PEN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new low fare is offered.
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Handy information about Sultan Mahmud Airport (TGG)
When it comes to Sultan Mahmud Airport's on-time performance, data shows 63.81% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Sultan Mahmud Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Kuala Terengganu. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to TGG? If you're boarding an early flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Penang International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're getting in on a late Sultan Mahmud Airport to Penang International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Pick up a Penang International Airport rental car and explore George Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are top providers to choose from here.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Penang International Airport around four weeks ahead.
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)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to visit George Town. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Book your flights from Sultan Mahmud Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from TGG to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 31ºC then.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done George Town, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Travel around 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to check off its top sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.