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Cheap flights from China to Penang from RM 282

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 11/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SHA — PEN
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 April 2026.

Wed 13/501:35
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop7h 00m
AirAsia
Thu 21/509:05
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop11h 50m
AirAsia
Deal found 1/4RM 596
Mon 6/403:25
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Fri 24/422:40
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 1/4RM 725
Wed 6/503:20
SZX
-
PEN
1 stop14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 11/506:45
PEN
-
SZX
1 stop13h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/4RM 733
Thu 3/914:35
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop10h 00m
Malaysia Airlines
Sun 6/905:50
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop7h 20m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 31/3RM 826
Wed 6/503:25
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Mon 11/522:40
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 4/4RM 830
Fri 15/503:25
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Sat 23/522:40
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 1/4RM 866
Tue 12/514:35
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop22h 10m
Malaysia Airlines
Wed 13/521:20
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop15h 50m
Malaysia Airlines
Deal found 30/3RM 866
Mon 13/422:20
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop13h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/609:05
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop11h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/3RM 890
Sun 17/501:35
CAN
-
PEN
1 stop7h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 25/521:20
PEN
-
CAN
1 stop15h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4RM 906
Thu 23/408:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop9h 50m
XiamenAir
Sun 26/419:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop16h 00m
XiamenAir
Deal found 1/4RM 971
Sat 30/503:25
SZX
-
PEN
Nonstop3h 50m
AirAsia
Fri 5/622:40
PEN
-
SZX
Nonstop3h 40m
AirAsia
Deal found 4/4RM 983
Fri 8/508:10
SHA
-
PEN
1 stop9h 50m
XiamenAir
Thu 14/519:00
PEN
-
SHA
1 stop16h 00m
XiamenAir
Deal found 31/3RM 983

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 4 April 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 596

One-way from

RM 282

Good round-trip deal

RM 595 or less

Good one-way deal

RM 498 or less
AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 13/5-21/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 50m total
  • China to Penang
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 11/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 00m 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 4 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from China to Penang that are best for you.

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ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Wed 6/5

03:20-11:35

1 stop8h 15m

Penang Intl

Mon 11/5

22:40-02:20

Nonstop3h 40m

RM 858

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Tue 12/5

14:35-12:45

1 stop22h 10m

Penang Intl

Wed 13/5

21:20-13:10

1 stop15h 50m

RM 866

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Sun 17/5

01:35-08:35

1 stop7h 00m

Penang Intl

Mon 25/5

21:20-13:10

1 stop15h 50m

RM 906

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Wed 6/5

03:20-12:30

1 stop9h 10m

Penang Intl

Mon 11/5

16:35-10:20

2 stops17h 45m

RM 922

ShanghaiPenang

SHA - PEN

SHAPEN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Thu 23/4

08:10-18:00

1 stop9h 50m

Penang Intl

Sun 26/4

19:00-11:00

1 stop16h 00m

RM 971

GuangzhouPenang

CAN - PEN

CANPEN

Guangzhou Baiyun

Thu 14/5

19:00-22:55

Nonstop3h 55m

Penang Intl

Thu 21/5

08:10-20:55

1 stop12h 45m

RM 1,027

ShanghaiPenang

SHA - PEN

SHAPEN

Shanghai Hongqiao Intl

Tue 21/4

10:10-18:00

1 stop7h 50m

Penang Intl

Tue 28/4

19:00-11:00

1 stop16h 00m

RM 1,031

ShenzhenPenang

SZX - PEN

SZXPEN

Shenzhen

Sun 17/5

03:15-10:45

1 stop7h 30m

Penang Intl

Mon 25/5

22:40-02:20

Nonstop3h 40m

RM 1,055

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Sun 17/5

15:25-00:35

1 stop9h 10m

Penang Intl

Wed 20/5

13:30-01:10

1 stop11h 40m

RM 1,120

ShanghaiPenang

PVG - PEN

PVGPEN

Shanghai Pu Dong

Wed 22/4

01:35-09:30

1 stop7h 55m

Penang Intl

Sun 26/4

15:40-00:20

1 stop8h 40m

RM 1,148

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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.
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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 504). Flying from China to Penang in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,168). 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 4 April 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 130 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 8% 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 4 April 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

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

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

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

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
146 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

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
200 reviews
Shenzhen Airlines
7.8
Good
25 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.3

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

6.8

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.1

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 8h 15m. 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 222), AirAsia (RM 267), and Scoot (RM 278).

  • 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 504). Flying from China to Penang in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 1,168). 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 894AverageRM 1,490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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China EasternCheapestRM 1,036AverageRM 1,600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 1,271AverageRM 1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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