Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ): what you need to know
1 hour 24 minutes is the average length of a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. Banda Aceh is 1 hour behind George Town and operates on the UTC+7 timezone.
Flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport start at 07:30 — the earliest with Firefly. The latest flight in the day is the 12:55 option with Firefly. Overall, there are 6 services every week from PEN to BTJ.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Firefly offers direct flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in Banda Aceh — and maybe even more of Indonesia if you have time.
To break up your flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, consider adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to find a destination that interests you. The most popular stopovers on the PEN - BTJ route include:
Soekarno-Hatta International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Kuala Namu International Airport
Before getting your cheap ticket from PEN to BTJ, check whether you need a visa to enter Indonesia. Visa and travel document requirements may vary and are updated frequently. For the most up-to-date information, get in touch with the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're travelling to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is ر.ق. 131. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ر.ق. 236. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Book 9 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from PEN to BTJ.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across each month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from PEN to BTJ is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.
Use filters to tailor your flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. Simply enter your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Central George Town to Penang International Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 26 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near PEN. Whether you're on an early flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are just the thing:
Arriving at Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
Hop off your flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport and be relaxing in your hotel bed shortly after. If you need a comfortable option a short journey from BTJ, head for Kumala Hotel Banda Aceh.
Getting from Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ) to central Banda Aceh
Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Banda Aceh. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport (BTJ)
August is the busiest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Banda Aceh in February.
When reserving your flight from Penang International Airport to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. June is the warmest month in Banda Aceh, with the temperature ranging from 24 ºC to 33 ºC.
Search for cheap flight tickets from PEN to BTJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 21 ºC and 30 ºC on average.
More about Banda Aceh
After locking in your flights from PEN to BTJ, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Banda Aceh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting city:
Gunongan Park and Aceh Tsunami Museum are a couple of leading attractions to put on your Banda Aceh to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Ulee Lheue Beach.
Complete your Banda Aceh trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Sultan Iskandar Muda International Airport, check out the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Banda Aceh escape.
