Flying from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Hobart International Airport (HBA): what you need to know
Hobart's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Hobart three hours ahead of George Town.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PEN to HBA flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Hobart International Airport flight is $1,365. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,601. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from PEN to HBA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Penang International Airport to Hobart International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across every month and bag a great deal.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a change in price on cheap flights from PEN to HBA.
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Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
When it comes to Penang International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 69.54% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Penang International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central George Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Taking an early flight from Penang International Airport to Hobart International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays near PEN:
Arriving at Hobart International Airport (HBA)
If you're getting in on a late Penang International Airport to Hobart International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near HBA:
Go where the road takes you with a Hobart International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, Bargain Car Rentals or Yes Drive and discover more of Hobart and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Hobart International Airport about four weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to central Hobart
From Hobart International Airport, Hobart is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
The quietest month for a flight from Penang International Airport to Hobart International Airport is April, while January is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Hobart based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Hobart is January, with temperatures ranging between 9ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Penang International Airport to Hobart International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to HBA in August. Temperatures average between 3ºC and 13ºC then.
Explore more of Australia
Hobart has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of Australia you'll want to see. Around 161 kilometres north of Hobart, a trip to Launceston will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
Burnie is another essential stop in Australia and is around 225 kilometres north-west of Hobart. No journey is complete without dropping by Penguin Observation Centre, Burnie Regional Museum and Makers' Workshop.