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Cheap flights from China to Penang from RM 541

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 25/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — PEN
8 Jun — 15 Jun1
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 9 May 2026.

Wed 15/702:45
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop6h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 30/715:50
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop9h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/5RM 944
Sat 15/802:45
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop19h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 20/813:30
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop11h 45m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 8/5RM 964
Thu 30/702:45
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop6h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Mon 3/805:50
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop19h 25m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 6/5RM 976
Tue 9/612:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop29h 50m
XiamenAir
Wed 17/619:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop19h 45m
XiamenAir
Deal found 8/5RM 1,019
Thu 21/512:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop29h 50m
XiamenAir
Thu 11/619:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop17h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 7/5RM 1,034
Mon 22/610:40
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop21h 50m
Scoot
Sat 27/609:30
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop23h 55m
Scoot
Deal found 7/5RM 1,109
Thu 21/508:45
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop5h 45m
Spring Airlines
Thu 11/615:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 20m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 7/5RM 1,124
Sat 20/622:00
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 27/622:20
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop11h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5RM 1,160
Wed 17/601:35
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop13h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 25/609:30
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop23h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/5RM 1,175
Mon 20/714:25
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop7h 40m
Malaysia Airlines
Thu 30/705:50
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop7h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 4/5RM 1,179
Sun 24/501:50
PVG
-
PEN
Nonstop5h 40m
China Eastern
Thu 28/508:30
PEN
-
PVG
Nonstop5h 10m
China Eastern
Deal found 6/5RM 1,191
Thu 21/514:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop27h 50m
XiamenAir
Fri 29/519:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop17h 50m
XiamenAir
Deal found 5/5RM 1,218

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 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 944

One-way from

RM 541

Good round-trip deal

RM 865 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 367 or less
Malaysia Airlines
  • Malaysia Airlines
  • 15/7-30/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 45m total
  • China to Penang
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Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 22/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 40m total
  • China to Penang
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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 9 May 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Penang that are best for you.

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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ShanghaiPenang

SHA - PEN

SHAPEN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 21/5

12:10-18:00

1 stop29h 50m

Penang Intl

Thu 11/6

19:00-12:50

1 stop17h 50m

RM 1,034

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 20/7

14:25-22:05

1 stop7h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 30/7

05:50-13:10

1 stop7h 20m

RM 1,179

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 24/5

01:50-07:30

Nonstop5h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 28/5

08:30-13:40

Nonstop5h 10m

RM 1,191

ShanghaiPenang

SHA - PEN

SHAPEN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Mon 22/6

21:45-21:00

1 stop23h 15m

Penang Intl

Mon 29/6

19:05-09:20

1 stop14h 15m

RM 1,234

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 21/5

13:20-19:10

1 stop29h 50m

Penang Intl

Thu 11/6

13:00-11:05

1 stop22h 05m

RM 1,265

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Mon 25/5

12:20-12:00

1 stop23h 40m

Penang Intl

Thu 28/5

07:30-16:25

1 stop8h 55m

RM 1,281

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 22/6

16:50-21:00

Nonstop4h 10m

Penang Intl

Sat 27/6

09:30-09:25

1 stop23h 55m

RM 1,312

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Thu 18/6

19:55-00:30

1 stop28h 35m

Penang Intl

Thu 25/6

15:30-20:50

Nonstop5h 20m

RM 1,328

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Mon 14/9

02:45-12:45

1 stop10h 00m

Penang Intl

Sat 19/9

09:50-01:15

1 stop15h 25m

RM 1,332

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 6/9

02:10-15:05

1 stop12h 55m

Penang Intl

Tue 8/9

13:30-01:10

1 stop11h 40m

RM 1,363

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Penang (average of RM 470). Flying from China to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 889). 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 9 May 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from China to Penang by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

How often are flights from China to Penang delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between China and Penang have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 134 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing in the morning 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 9 May 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

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

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

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

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
151 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

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
7.3
Good
211 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

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 5h 40m. China and Penang are separated by a distance of 3645 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 216), AirAsia (RM 260), and Batik Air (RM 371).

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

    The most popular route from China to Penang is Shenzhen - Penang Intl. You may also consider Shanghai Hongqiao Intl - Penang Intl or Shanghai Pu Dong - 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from China to Penang (average of RM 470). Flying from China to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 889). 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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from China to Penang. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 9 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Shenzhen AirlinesCheapestRM 870AverageRM 1,457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,008AverageRM 1,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 1,236AverageRM 1,444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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