Flying from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport is 50 minutes.
The timezone in George Town is UTC+8, which is one hour ahead of Medan.
Choose from 147 weekly Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport flights. The 07:15 departure with Indonesia AirAsia is the earliest you can take. Indonesia AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 20:25.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your KNO to PEN flight.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport, so jetting off to George Town (and then seeing more of Malaysia!) is easy. Popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is AirAsia.
With an impressive 84.96% of services arriving as scheduled, Indonesia AirAsia is the most punctual carrier offering KNO to PEN flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KNO and PEN:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
P1,255 is the lowest price for a one-way Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. A return flight starts at P2,542. These fares may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from KNO to PEN by booking five months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from KNO to PEN by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Namu International Airport (KNO)
68.46% of flights that depart Kuala Namu International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Kuala Namu International Airport from central Medan, it'll take about 50 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near KNO. Whether you have an early flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Penang International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and venture far and wide through George Town and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Penang International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport to the centre of George Town has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport. To skip the crowds, head to George Town in February.
When reserving your flight from Kuala Namu International Airport to Penang International Airport, consider the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in George Town, with the temperature ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from KNO to PEN around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've done George Town, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Travel about 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to check off its leading sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another side of Malaysia, head for Kuala Lumpur, roughly 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are the start of reasons to visit.