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Cheap flights from Sydney to Penang from RM 744

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — PEN
7 Sep — 14 Sep1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Penang

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 August 2026.

Wed 21/1021:50 -
1 stop13h 45m
Sat 31/1006:00 -
1 stop24h 15m
Deal found 3/8RM 1,476
Wed 14/1021:50 -
1 stop15h 30m
Sat 24/1017:00 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 6/8RM 1,509
Mon 7/920:50 -
1 stop13h 45m
Tue 8/916:00 -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 4/8RM 1,598
Mon 14/920:50 -
1 stop15h 30m
Sun 20/916:00 -
1 stop25h 35m
Deal found 3/8RM 1,603
Fri 11/909:45 -
1 stop24h 50m
Sun 13/917:15 -
1 stop24h 20m
Deal found 8/8RM 1,623
Thu 8/1021:35 -
1 stop13h 55m
Wed 4/1122:20 -
1 stop10h 50m
Deal found 4/8RM 1,660
Mon 7/920:50 -
1 stop12h 50m
Thu 10/917:15 -
1 stop13h 05m
Deal found 5/8RM 1,692
Thu 8/1021:35 -
1 stop21h 45m
Wed 4/1108:00 -
2 stops31h 50m
Deal found 4/8RM 1,701
Tue 24/1113:25 -
1 stop10h 55m
Thu 3/1217:25 -
1 stop22h 25m
Deal found 5/8RM 1,811

Find flight deals from Sydney to Penang

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Penang (PEN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 August 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 1,476

One-way from

RM 744

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

RM 2,387
21/10-31/10
  • 21/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 00m total
  • Sydney to Penang
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20/11
  • 20/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 50m total
  • Sydney to Penang
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (RM 2,334 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (RM 523 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 8 August 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 7/9

20:50-07:40

1 stop12h 50m

Penang Intl

Thu 10/9

17:15-08:20

1 stop13h 05m

RM 1,692

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

22:15-22:20

1 stop27h 05m

Penang Intl

Sun 1/11

09:50-07:10

1 stop18h 20m

RM 2,146
Fastest return journey

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 15/9

22:15-09:00

1 stop12h 45m

Penang Intl

Wed 30/9

06:00-19:35

1 stop11h 35m

RM 2,330

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

08:35-13:25

1 stop30h 50m

Penang Intl

Mon 7/9

09:50-19:00

1 stop31h 10m

RM 2,355

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 29/1

20:05-09:35

1 stop16h 30m

Penang Intl

Wed 17/2

15:55-18:50

2 stops23h 55m

RM 2,379

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/1

13:25-08:30

1 stop22h 05m

Penang Intl

Wed 3/2

17:25-18:50

1 stop22h 25m

RM 2,768

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 1/2

09:50-09:00

1 stop26h 10m

Penang Intl

Sat 10/4

06:25-06:05

2 stops21h 40m

RM 3,667

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

09:20-12:00

2 stops28h 40m

Penang Intl

Mon 7/9

13:00-20:10

1 stop29h 10m

RM 3,720

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 28/1

22:15-10:05

1 stop14h 50m

Penang Intl

Wed 3/2

19:55-12:25

2 stops13h 30m

RM 3,986

SydneyPenang

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - PEN Penang Intl

SYDPEN

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

10:20-00:35

2 stops16h 15m

Penang Intl

Mon 7/9

13:30-06:45

2 stops15h 15m

RM 4,705

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Penang

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Penang?

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Penang may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 20 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Penang (average of RM 1,966). Flying from Sydney to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 3,798). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Penang?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Penang flights typically cost between RM 1,786 and RM 2,686 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was RM 1,476 on Multiple Airlines (21 Oct–31 Oct).

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 8 August 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Scoot from Sydney to Penang by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
327 reviews
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Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Food

5.8

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

5.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Chandra Sekhar,Feb 2026

SIN - KUL

It wasbpretty good as it was scoot and i would reccomend myself to come again
Scoot
6.7
Okay
327 reviews
Scoot
6.7
Okay
327 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

6.5

Crew

7.4

Boarding

6.9

Food

5.8

Overall

6.7

Entertainment

5.2

Reviews

1 / 19
8.0
Excellent

Chandra Sekhar,Feb 2026

SIN - KUL

It wasbpretty good as it was scoot and i would reccomend myself to come again

Related info for your journey

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

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Penang?

    Departing from Sydney to Penang will take you 27h 05m. The distance between Sydney and Penang is about 6890 km.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Sydney to Penang round-trip?

    Scoot, at RM 1,324, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Penang.. You may be able to fly from Sydney to Penang for 46% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Penang?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Penang (average of RM 1,966). Flying from Sydney to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 3,798). 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 airline flying from Sydney to Penang

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Sydney 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 8 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
ScootCheapestRM 1,324AverageRM 1,360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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