Travelling from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town is eight hours ahead of Dublin and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DUB to PEN flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to tour a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between DUB and PEN.
How to find the cheapest flights from Dublin Airport (DUB) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
At the moment, $644 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,154. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To score cheap tickets from DUB to PEN, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll show you the lowest price in each month when looking for a flight from Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport.
There's no need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on cheap flights from DUB to PEN.
Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Dublin Airport (DUB)
When it comes to Dublin Airport's on-time performance, data shows 72.87% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Dublin Airport from central Dublin, it'll take around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a journey time of around 2 hours 10 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near DUB:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PEN if you're on a late Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Penang International Airport rental car and explore George Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are top providers to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Penang International Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport to central George Town has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the most popular month to head to George Town. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Dublin Airport to Penang International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC to 33ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Look for cheap tickets from DUB to PEN sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be explored. Around 225 kilometres east of George Town, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.