Cheap Flights from Penang to Banda Aceh

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Flight deals from Penang to Banda Aceh

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $196. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Banda Aceh

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Banda Aceh flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from Penang to Banda Aceh

Penang to Banda Aceh: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Penang to Banda Aceh below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Banda Aceh.

George Town to Banda Aceh: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$169
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time1 hr, 40 mins
Most popular airlineFirefly
Average flights per week8

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Banda Aceh: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Banda Aceh is $169. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Banda Aceh.
Firefly and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Penang to Banda Aceh.
As of July 2026, there are 8 flights per week flying from Penang to Banda Aceh.
The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Banda Aceh is usually November.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport on Sunday, 1 November 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Banda Aceh but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Banda Aceh is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Malaysia Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Banda Aceh.

Flying from Penang Airport (PEN) to Banda Aceh Airport (BTJ): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport is 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Banda Aceh is one hour behind George Town and observes the UTC+7 timezone.

  • Flights from PEN to BTJ start from 11:45 — the first with Firefly. The last service of the day is at 15:20 with Firefly. In total, there are four weekly Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport flights.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport on time to catch your PEN to BTJ flight.

  • Travelling during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Firefly is your gateway to exploring Banda Aceh (and maybe even some other exciting corners of Indonesia!). Check out the direct flights from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The majority of passengers choose to travel with Firefly on this route.

  • Firefly is the most punctual carrier that offers PEN to BTJ flights.

  • If you want to split up your journey, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between PEN and BTJ:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Soekarno-Hatta Airport

    • Medan Kuala Namu Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Penang Airport (PEN) to Banda Aceh Airport (BTJ)

  • Currently, $89 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $169. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.

  • It's often best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from PEN to BTJ. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PEN to BTJ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport.

Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)

  • Of the flights that depart from Penang Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.

  • Central George Town to Penang Airport is approximately 16 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near PEN:

Arriving at Banda Aceh Airport (BTJ)

Getting from Banda Aceh Airport (BTJ) to central Banda Aceh

  • From Banda Aceh Airport, Banda Aceh is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 40 minutes.

When to fly to Banda Aceh Airport (BTJ)

  • September is the most popular month for flights from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Banda Aceh in March.

  • When reserving your flight from Penang Airport to Banda Aceh Airport, consider the type of weather you like. June is the warmest month in Banda Aceh, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap tickets from PEN to BTJ in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 21ºC and 30ºC on average.

Explore more of Indonesia

  • Medan is just one of the many cities in Indonesia waiting to be explored once you've seen Banda Aceh. Around 434 kilometres away to the south-east, top sights here include Medan Grand Mosque, Sipiso Piso Waterfall and Masjid Baiturrahman.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.