Travelling from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Kolkata.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your CCU to PEN flight.
During popular months such as July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between CCU and PEN include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
At the moment, $92 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $165. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from CCU to PEN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some terrific early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport across the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from CCU to PEN is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when fares go down.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport (CCU)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport, 75.9% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central Kolkata to Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CCU. Whether you've booked an early flight from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Consider staying in a hotel near PEN if you're catching a late Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Penang International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk to explore George Town and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Penang International Airport about four weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is approximately 18 kilometres from the centre of George Town. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the most popular month for flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit George Town in February.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from CCU to PEN in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If you're looking to explore another side of Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, about 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are the start of reasons to visit.
