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Cheap flights from China to Penang from RM 261

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 17/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — PEN
9 Apr — 16 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 10 March 2026.

Sun 7/601:35
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop7h 00m
AirAsia
Sun 14/616:35
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop7h 55m
AirAsia
Deal found 9/3RM 566
Thu 18/600:10
CAN
-
PEN
2 stops16h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 21/617:45
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3RM 654
Sun 10/510:40
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 16/517:45
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop6h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3RM 717
Thu 23/405:00
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop7h 00m
Cathay Pacific
Thu 30/413:00
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop19h 55m
Cathay Pacific
Deal found 9/3RM 796
Wed 22/403:40
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Mon 27/422:55
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 5/3RM 800
Mon 20/422:00
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop9h 40m
AirAsia
Mon 27/417:45
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop6h 45m
AirAsia
Deal found 6/3RM 804
Fri 13/306:55
CAN
-
PEN
Nonstop4h 05m
Spring Airlines
Sun 15/312:00
PEN
-
CAN
Nonstop3h 50m
Spring Airlines
Deal found 6/3RM 824
Mon 8/622:00
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop9h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 14/614:10
PEN
-
CAN
2 stops9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/3RM 832
Mon 20/403:10
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop10h 15m
Batik Air
Tue 28/417:25
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop8h 45m
Batik Air
Deal found 6/3RM 836
Fri 12/601:35
PVG
-
PEN
1 stop10h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 15/616:35
PEN
-
PVG
1 stop7h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3RM 848
Wed 1/403:40
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Wed 8/422:55
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 6/3RM 852
Wed 22/403:40
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 26/401:00
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop19h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3RM 859

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 10 March 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 566

One-way from

RM 261

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

RM 1,184

Good one-way deal

RM 273 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 7/6-14/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 55m total
  • China to Penang
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Spring Airlines
  • Spring Airlines
  • 17/3
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 00m total
  • China to Penang
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (RM 437 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (RM 173 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a one-way flight from China to Penang Intl.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 10 March 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

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 10/5

10:40-08:30

1 stop21h 50m

Penang Intl

Sat 16/5

17:45-00:30

1 stop6h 45m

RM 717
Fastest return journey

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Wed 22/4

03:40-07:30

Nonstop3h 50m

Penang Intl

Mon 27/4

22:55-02:35

Nonstop3h 40m

RM 800

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 20/4

22:00-07:40

1 stop9h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 27/4

17:45-00:30

1 stop6h 45m

RM 804

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 8/6

22:00-07:40

1 stop9h 40m

Penang Intl

Sun 14/6

14:10-23:10

2 stops9h 00m

RM 832

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Wed 22/4

03:40-07:30

Nonstop3h 50m

Penang Intl

Sun 26/4

01:00-20:30

1 stop19h 30m

RM 859

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 23/4

05:10-15:05

1 stop9h 55m

Penang Intl

Thu 30/4

19:05-23:10

Nonstop4h 05m

RM 859

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Mon 20/4

05:10-23:00

1 stop17h 50m

Penang Intl

Mon 27/4

19:05-23:15

Nonstop4h 10m

RM 859

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 21/4

05:00-12:00

1 stop7h 00m

Penang Intl

Tue 28/4

19:05-23:10

Nonstop4h 05m

RM 875

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 9/4

05:10-10:30

1 stop29h 20m

Penang Intl

Wed 15/4

21:00-14:40

1 stop17h 40m

RM 907

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Mon 20/4

08:20-12:00

Nonstop3h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 27/4

13:00-17:15

Nonstop4h 15m

RM 927

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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 1,069). 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 10 March 2026.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from China to Penang by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 127 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 morning 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 10 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
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Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Comfort

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

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Comfort

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
142 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Comfort

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
7.2
Good
198 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Entertainment

6.8

Overall

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.1

Comfort

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 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 AirAsia (RM 242), Scoot (RM 273), and Firefly (RM 299).

  • 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 Guangzhou Baiyun - 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 1,069). 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 889AverageRM 1,473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,019AverageRM 1,574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 1,277AverageRM 1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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