Flying from Penang Airport (PEN) to Incheon International Airport (ICN): what you need to know
Seoul is one hour ahead of George Town and follows the UTC+9 timezone.
Give yourself enough time to catch your PEN to ICN flight. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month like April? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Penang Airport to Incheon International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between PEN and ICN:
Shanghai Pudong Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Singapore Changi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang Airport (PEN) to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
$214 is the best price for a one-way Penang Airport to Incheon International Airport flight. Return flights start at $504. These fares can change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from PEN to ICN. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Penang Airport to Incheon International Airport.
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Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)
Of the departures from Penang Airport, 68% land on time at their destination.
To reach Penang Airport from central George Town, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Have an early flight from Penang Airport to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to PEN:
Arriving at Incheon International Airport (ICN)
If you're getting in on a late Penang Airport to Incheon International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near ICN:
Pick up a Incheon International Airport rental car and discover Seoul and beyond with your own wheels. WECAR, Hi Rent A Car and Alamo are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Incheon International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres from central Seoul. The drive time takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Penang Airport to Incheon International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Seoul. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from Penang Airport to Incheon International Airport for August if you want to explore Seoul during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 32ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from PEN to ICN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC and 4ºC on average.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to discover more of South Korea. Journey around 322 kilometres south-east to Busan to tick off its must-visit sights. From Gamcheon Culture Village to Haeundae Beach and Beautiful View Busan - Diamond Bridge, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another major stop in South Korea, head for Incheon, roughly 56 kilometres west of Seoul. INSPIRE Arena, Wangsan Beach and Seokmodo Natural Forest are highlights.