Flying from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Hyderabad and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HYD to PEN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Stopovers between HYD and PEN include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport flight is $217. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $434. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HYD to PEN, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from HYD to PEN.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (HYD)
73.37% of flights that take off from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Rajiv Gandhi International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Hyderabad. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near HYD:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're getting in on a late Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near PEN:
Hit the road running 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.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Penang International Airport about four weeks ahead.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport to central George Town has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The quietest month for a flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit George Town based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to visit George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HYD to PEN sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Malaysia you'll want to see. About 225 kilometres east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
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.
