Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Brisbane Airport (BNE): what you need to know
Brisbane is two hours ahead of George Town and is in the UTC+10 timezone.
To ensure you catch your PEN to BNE flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between PEN and BNE include:
Changi International Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight is $309. A return ticket right now is $591. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap tickets from PEN to BNE, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and bag a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from PEN to BNE by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Of the departures from Penang International Airport, 69.54% land on time at their destination.
Penang International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central George Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to PEN? If you're catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Reserve a hotel close to BNE if you're on a late Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Brisbane Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals or Alpha Car Hire and experience the lesser-explored corners of Brisbane and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Brisbane Airport around four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to central Brisbane
From Brisbane Airport, Brisbane is approximately 21 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Brisbane Airport (BNE)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport. January is the busiest month to head to Brisbane. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Penang International Airport to Brisbane Airport for January if you want to go to Brisbane during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to BNE in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC (50ºF) and 21ºC (70ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Brisbane has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia just waiting to be explored. About 72 kilometres south-east of Brisbane, a visit to Gold Coast will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like SkyPoint Observation Deck, PCYC Gold Coast and Holiday Holiday.
Toowoomba is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 105 kilometres west of Brisbane. No journey is complete without dropping by Queens Park, Picnic Point Lookout and Picnic Point.
