Jakarta, IndonesiaPenang, Malaysia

Flights from Jakarta to Penang

Nonstop flights from Jakarta (CGK) to Penang (PEN) take about 2h 19m (1,454 km). Indonesia AirAsia, AirAsia and Transnusa fly it. Lowest fare seen: $62 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Penang

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Airport transfer

PEN → Penang, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Garuda Indonesia Boeing 737 taking off from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport in Jakarta. — lounges at Jakarta Airport

Jakarta Airport · 7 lounges

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Trains, buses and taxi faresPEN to Penang: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Penang →4 drop-off points

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Airlines flying Jakarta to Penang

Carriers on CGK–PEN according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ Indonesia AirAsianonstop fare seen✈ AirAsianonstop fare seen✈ Transnusanonstop fare seen

Best time to fly to Penang

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The west coast (KL, Penang, Langkawi) is best March–October. East coast destinations (Perhentian, Tioman) peak June–August. Year-round humidity is high but manageable.

Peak season: March – October

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Frequently asked questions — Jakarta to Penang flights

How long is the flight from Jakarta to Penang?

A nonstop flight from Jakarta (CGK) to Penang (PEN) takes about 2h 19m, covering 1,454 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.

How far is Jakarta from Penang by air?

The great-circle distance between Soekarno-Hatta International Airport and Penang International Airport is 1,454 km (903 miles), a medium-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Jakarta to Penang?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the CGK–PEN route include Indonesia AirAsia, AirAsia and Transnusa. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Jakarta to Penang cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on CGK–PEN was $62 USD with Indonesia AirAsia (nonstop), departing 29 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.

Do I need a visa to travel from Indonesia to Malaysia?

It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Malaysia visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.

What is the best time to visit Penang?

The west coast (KL, Penang, Langkawi) is best March–October. East coast destinations (Perhentian, Tioman) peak June–August. Year-round humidity is high but manageable.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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