Skyline of George Town, Penang at night November 2024 23-9, Penang — flights from Honolulu to Penang
Honolulu, OahuPenang, Malaysia

Flights from Honolulu, Oahu to Penang

Flying time from Honolulu, Oahu (HNL) to Penang (PEN) is about 14h 15m (11,006 km).

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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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Before you flyAirport lounges at Honolulu →2 lounges at Honolulu AirportTrains, 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 Honolulu, Oahu to Penang

We have not confirmed which airlines fly HNL–PEN nonstop. Search the route to see every carrier selling it today, including connections.

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 — Honolulu, Oahu to Penang flights

How long is the flight from Honolulu, Oahu to Penang?
Honolulu, Oahu (HNL) and Penang (PEN) are 11,006 km apart, about 14h 15m of flying time. We have not seen a nonstop fare on this pair, so expect to connect, which adds to the total journey time.
How far is Honolulu, Oahu from Penang by air?
The great-circle distance between Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and Penang International Airport is 11,006 km (6,839 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Do I need a visa to travel from Honolulu, Oahu 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 12 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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