Cheap Flights from Chennai (MAA) to George Town (PEN)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $310. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

George Town.$310 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Sat, 25 Jul.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $310, select.

George Town.$314 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $314, select.

George Town.$314 per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $314, select.

George Town.$319 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Mar, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 19 Mar, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

George Town.$319 per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Sep, returning Sat, 19 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $319, select.

George Town.$328 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $328, select.

George Town.$330 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $330, select.

George Town.$332 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Feb, returning Sun, 21 Feb.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 16 Feb, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $332, select.

George Town.$332 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Apr, returning Sun, 18 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $332, select.

George Town.$332 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Nov, returning Tue, 24 Nov.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Fri, 20 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $332, select.

George Town.$333 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.

George Town.$338 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Chennai on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.

George Town.$341 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo and Scoot.Outbound indirect flight with IndiGo, departs from Chennai on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Penang on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $341, select.

George Town.$383 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Penang on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $383, select.

George Town.$383 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Thu, 8 Oct.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Penang on Thu, 8 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $383, select.

George Town.$389 per passenger.Departing Sat, 18 Jul, returning Sat, 1 Aug.Return flight with IndiGo.Outbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Chennai on Sat, 18 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with IndiGo departs from Penang on Sat, 1 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $389, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Chennai to Penang flights are currently cheapest in July.

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Chennai to Penang: Alternative routes

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Chennai to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$310
Cheapest month to fly	July
Average flight time	3 hrs, 39 mins
Most popular airline	IndiGo
Average flights per week	7

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Penang: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Chennai to Penang?

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Penang is $310. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Chennai to Penang?

3 hours and 39 minutes is the average flight time from Chennai to Penang.

Which airlines fly direct from Chennai to Penang?

IndiGo flies direct from Chennai to Penang.

How many flights are there a week from Chennai to Penang?

As of June 2026, there are 7 flights per week flying from Chennai to Penang.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chennai to Penang?

The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Penang is usually July.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport on Friday, 17 July 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 39 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Penang?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to George Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Chennai Airport to Penang with?

Currently, Scoot and IndiGo offer the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Flying from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Penang Airport (PEN): what you need to know

Around 3 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport.
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which makes George Town two hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.
Choose from seven weekly Chennai Airport to Penang Airport flights. The 02:15 departure with IndiGo is the earliest flight available. IndiGo operates the latest service of the day at 02:15.
To ensure you get on your MAA to PEN flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak month like January? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
IndiGo has direct flights from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in George Town — and maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.
IndiGo has the highest passenger demand on this route.
IndiGo is the most punctual carrier that offers MAA to PEN flights. An impressive 88.14% of its services on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here are some options between MAA and PEN:
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
- Singapore Changi Airport

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

When it comes to Chennai Airport's on-time performance, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 35 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport takes about 1 hour.
Need a handy hotel close to MAA? If you've booked an early flight from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Penang Airport (PEN)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Chennai Airport to Penang Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
Grab a Penang Airport rental car and discover George Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are top outlets you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Penang Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.

When to fly to Penang Airport (PEN)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport. April is the most popular month to head to George Town. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from Chennai Airport to Penang Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from MAA to PEN in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.

Explore more of Malaysia

Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be discovered after you've experienced George Town. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, top sights here include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No journey is complete without experiencing Petronas Twin Towers, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.