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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $527. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

George Town.$523 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Sep, returning Sat, 5 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Xiamen on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $523, select.

George Town.$527 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 Aug, returning Thu, 20 Aug.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Xiamen on Thu, 13 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $527, select.

George Town.$561 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Xiamen on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $561, select.

George Town.$562 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Jul, returning Tue, 28 Jul.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Xiamen on Sat, 25 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $562, select.

George Town.$577 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Jul, returning Sun, 16 Aug.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Xiamen on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $577, select.

George Town.$586 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Xiamen on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $586, select.

George Town.$612 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $612, select.

George Town.$618 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Sep, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Mon, 7 Sep, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $618, select.

George Town.$620 per passenger.Departing Sun, 16 Aug, returning Mon, 14 Sep.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Sun, 16 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Mon, 14 Sep, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

George Town.$620 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

George Town.$620 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Jul, returning Sat, 15 Aug.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Thu, 23 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $620, select.

George Town.$622 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $622, select.

George Town.$664 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Jul, returning Fri, 24 Jul.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Fri, 17 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Fri, 24 Jul, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $664, select.

George Town.$665 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Fri, 6 Nov.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Fri, 6 Nov, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $665, select.

George Town.$723 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Mar, returning Fri, 26 Mar.Return flight with Xiamen Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Xiamen on Fri, 12 Mar, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Xiamen Airlines departs from Penang on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $723, select.

George Town.$764 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Xiamen on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Penang on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Xiamen.Price includes taxes and charges.From $764, select.

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Xiamen to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$523
Cheapest month to fly	September
Average flight time	4 hrs, 14 mins
Most popular airline	Xiamen Airlines
Average flights per week	9

Finding cheap flights from Xiamen to Penang: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Xiamen to Penang?

The best price we found for a return flight from Xiamen to Penang is $523. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Xiamen to Penang?

4 hours and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Xiamen to Penang.

Which airlines fly direct from Xiamen to Penang?

Xiamen Airlines flies direct from Xiamen to Penang.

How many flights are there a week from Xiamen to Penang?

As of July 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Xiamen to Penang.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Xiamen to Penang?

The cheapest month to fly from Xiamen to Penang is usually September.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport on Tuesday, 1 September 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 14 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Penang?

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 Penang 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.

When is the best time to book flights to George Town?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Xiamen Airport to Penang with?

Currently, Cathay Pacific and Xiamen Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Flying from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Penang Airport (PEN): what you need to know

Around 4 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport.
Xiamen and George Town are both in the UTC+8 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
Take your pick of seven weekly Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport flights. The 14:15 departure with Xiamen Airlines is the earliest available. Xiamen Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 14:20.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your XMN to PEN flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Be prepared for longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Xiamen Airlines has direct flights from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in George Town — and maybe even more of Malaysia if time allows.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Xiamen Airlines.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for XMN to PEN flights is Xiamen Airlines.

How to find the cheapest flights from Xiamen Airport (XMN) to Penang Airport (PEN)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport flight is $256. A return fare right now is $523. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from XMN to PEN if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport is easier if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from XMN to PEN.
Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport.

Handy information about Xiamen Airport (XMN)

You'll find XMN at 117 Xiangyun 1st Rd.
Xiamen Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from XMN arrive at their destination as scheduled 86% of the time.
Central Xiamen to Xiamen Airport is approximately 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of around 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near XMN. Whether you've booked an early flight from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Penang Airport (PEN)

If you're getting in on a late Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near PEN:
Pick up a Penang Airport rental car and discover George Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are well-known companies to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Penang Airport about four weeks before your trip.

When to fly to Penang Airport (PEN)

April is the busiest month for flights from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport. For a quieter experience, go to George Town in March.
Lock in your flight from Xiamen Airport to Penang Airport for March if you want to go to George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC and 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 31ºC. Search for cheap tickets from XMN to PEN sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Malaysia

You've seen George Town, now it's time to explore other parts of Malaysia. Journey about 225 kilometres east to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading attractions. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market, your itinerary will be busy.
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, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.