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Cheap flights from China to Penang from RM 291

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — PEN
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from China to Penang

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Cheapest flights from China to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from China to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Wed 22/403:40
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Mon 27/422:55
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 15/3RM 754
Mon 13/421:50
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop9h 50m
AirAsia
Sun 19/419:15
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop15h 05m
AirAsia
Deal found 15/3RM 762
Sun 22/308:45
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop5h 45m
Spring Airlines
Sun 29/315:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 20m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 15/3RM 813
Sun 12/403:15
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop7h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 20/406:45
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop19h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3RM 825
Mon 6/421:50
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop10h 45m
AirAsia
Sat 11/421:00
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop13h 20m
AirAsia
Deal found 16/3RM 837
Sun 14/601:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 20/615:40
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/3RM 868
Mon 13/421:50
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop10h 45m
AirAsia
Mon 20/422:55
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 13/3RM 876
Mon 23/308:45
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop5h 45m
Spring Airlines
Tue 31/315:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 20m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 16/3RM 880
Thu 16/403:15
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop7h 30m
AirAsia
Mon 20/422:55
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 14/3RM 888
Fri 10/421:55
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop20h 05m
XiamenAir
Mon 13/419:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop13h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 13/3RM 892
Sun 22/308:45
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop5h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 29/319:05
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/3RM 896
Wed 1/403:40
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 8/422:55
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 12/3RM 911

Find flight deals from China to Penang

Keep the following information in mind while searching for China to Penang flight deals. Data was last updated 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 754

One-way from

RM 291

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 1,175

Good round-trip deal

RM 580 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 273 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 22/4-27/4
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 30m total
  • China to Penang
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 13/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 50m total
  • China to Penang
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (RM 171 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from China to Penang that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 17 March 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Penang that are best for you.

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Route

Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 14/6

01:35-14:10

1 stop12h 35m

Penang Intl

Sat 20/6

15:40-00:20

1 stop8h 40m

RM 868

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Thu 16/4

03:15-10:45

1 stop7h 30m

Penang Intl

Mon 20/4

22:55-02:35

Nonstop3h 40m

RM 888

ShanghaiPenang

SHA - PEN

SHAPEN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Fri 10/4

21:55-18:00

1 stop20h 05m

Penang Intl

Mon 13/4

19:00-08:50

1 stop13h 50m

RM 892

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Mon 13/4

08:20-12:00

Nonstop3h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 20/4

13:00-17:15

Nonstop4h 15m

RM 919

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Sun 12/4

03:15-10:45

1 stop7h 30m

Penang Intl

Wed 15/4

22:55-02:35

Nonstop3h 40m

RM 931

ShanghaiPenang

SHA - PEN

SHAPEN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 2/4

08:10-18:00

1 stop9h 50m

Penang Intl

Wed 13/5

19:00-08:50

1 stop13h 50m

RM 955

ChengduPenang

CTU - PEN

CTUPEN

Chengdu

Sun 19/4

12:30-12:00

1 stop23h 30m

Penang Intl

Wed 22/4

13:00-11:15

1 stop22h 15m

RM 962
Fastest return journey

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Mon 6/4

08:20-12:00

Nonstop3h 40m

Penang Intl

Sat 11/4

22:55-02:35

Nonstop3h 40m

RM 978

BeijingPenang

PEK - PEN

PEKPEN

Beijing Capital

Thu 9/4

08:25-00:05

1 stop15h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 13/4

13:00-10:55

1 stop21h 55m

RM 1,029

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Sat 18/4

06:55-00:05

1 stop17h 10m

Penang Intl

Tue 21/4

01:00-20:30

1 stop19h 30m

RM 1,120

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Best time to book a flight from China to Penang

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Penang from China with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from China to Penang

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Penang?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Penang (average of RM 495). Flying from China to Penang in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,061). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CN to PEN?

Find hourly flight availability from China to Penang. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 March 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from China to Penang by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How often are flights from China to Penang delayed?

About 14% of weekly flights between China and Penang have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for China to Penang flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on China to Penang flights?

Over the past year, Shanghai Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Penang. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Penang. Reviews last updated 17 March 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Shenzhen Airlines,China Southern, andChina Eastern from China to Penang to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
China Southern
7.4
Good
142 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.
China Eastern
7.2
Good
197 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 1
8.0
Excellent

Siva,Jan 2026

SZX - SIN

A great airline to fly with. First leg from harbin to Shenzhen with A330. Flight is good but in flight meal compare to Shandong no match at all. Second leg from Shenzhen to Singapore with B737-8 slept whole flight, lunch is not so good luckily i had my breakfast + lunch at the shenzhen airport.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from China to Penang. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Penang from China?

    Most people fly into Penang Intl (PEN) if they book a flight to Penang from China. Penang Intl is conveniently located just 14.5 km from Penang’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from China to Penang?

    Departing from China to Penang will take you 3h 40m. China and Penang are separated by a distance of 2412 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from China to Penang one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from China to Penang are Spring Airlines (RM 217), AirAsia (RM 240), and Scoot (RM 271).

  • What are the most popular routes from China to Penang?

    The most popular route from China to Penang is Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Penang Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Pu Dong - Penang Intl or Shenzhen - Penang Intl.

  • Can I find deals for flights from China to Penang that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on China to Penang flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from China to Penang?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from China to Penang.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from China to Penang?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from China to Penang by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from China to Penang?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Penang (average of RM 495). Flying from China to Penang in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,061). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from China to Penang

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 872AverageRM 1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,011AverageRM 1,561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 1,239AverageRM 1,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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