Travelling from Shanghai to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Shanghai. Check out your options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG) or Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA) when organising your flight from Shanghai to Penang International Airport (PEN).
Shanghai and George Town (where Penang International Airport is located) share the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch once you arrive.
Leave plenty of time to catch your flight from Shanghai to PEN. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying over a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Shanghai
Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)
We make it a breeze to find a flight from Shanghai to PEN with a stopover. To see all the options leaving from Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between PVG and PEN include:
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN)
PVG is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Shanghai. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will show you the fastest route and your public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel close to Shanghai Pudong International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Shanghai to Penang International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)
Planning to leave from Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport (SHA)? You can book a direct flight from Shanghai to Penang International Airport (PEN) out of this hub.
Split up your flight from Shanghai to Penang International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick a new place off your list. Top stopovers between Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport and PEN include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN)
Depending on traffic, you can drive to SHA from central Shanghai in about 21 minutes. The airport is approximately 14 kilometres away.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before boarding your flight from Shanghai to PEN? Relax in a hotel near Shanghai Hongqiao International Airport before your adventure officially begins. Consider one of these stays:
About Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Shanghai to Penang International Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these options near PEN:
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 26 minutes to reach the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Shanghai to Penang International Airport (PEN)
ر.ق. 326 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Shanghai to Penang International Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 743. Prices may vary depending on availability at the time of booking.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Shanghai to PEN if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Finding cheap tickets from Shanghai to Penang International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Try using the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across the month and land a great deal.
Create a Price Alert and keep track of changes on this route through email or push notifications. You'll be the first to know when prices go down. Good timing makes all the difference when searching for cheap flight tickets from Shanghai to PEN.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Shanghai to Penang International Airport.
The best time to fly from Shanghai to Penang International Airport (PEN)
August is the most popular month to catch a flight from Shanghai to Penang International Airport while February is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit George Town, consider whether you like a lively atmosphere or a quieter vibe.
Lock in your flight from Shanghai to PEN for March if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in George Town to range from 23ºC to 33ºC.
Look for cheap flights from Shanghai to Penang International Airport in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC on average.
More about George Town
After locking in your flight from Shanghai to Penang International Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring George Town:
One of the best ways to experience George Town is to explore its top attractions. Essential stops include Penang Hill Station 45, Penang Street Arts and Pinang Peranakan Mansion.
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