Hong Kong to Penang (HKG–PEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
HKG–PEN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Express Airways lead the route. The flight covers 1,487 miles in approximately 3h 45m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CX Cathay Pacific Also: AY, MH, QR | 22 | 320, 32Q, 333, 33Y | 3h40-3h55 | – | Oneworld | AY, MH, QR |
| UO Hong Kong Express Airways | 14 | 320, 32Q | 3h45 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Penang from Hong Kong
| Metric | HKG→PEN | SZX→PEN | CAN→PEN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from HKG | – | 24 mi | 84 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 54 | 14 | 35 |
| Flight time | 3h 45m | 3h 24m | 4h |
Travel Essentials
HKG: HKT · PEN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Hong Kong, it's 6:00 PM in Penang.
Hong Kong SAR passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for stays of up to 90 days. No advance authorization is required. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. All travelers must complete the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) online up to 3 days before arrival.
Airport Express runs from Hong Kong Station (Central) to the airport in 24 minutes; from Kowloon, 21 minutes. Trains depart every 10 minutes from 5:54am to 1:15am (HK$115 from Central). Hong Kong Station and Kowloon Station offer in-town check-in up to one day before departure.Taxis from Kowloon run around HK$300–350 via the Tsing Ma Bridge; from Hong Kong Island, expect HK$400+. Ferries serve Macau and Pearl River Delta cities. Buses are available but slow. The airport is on Lantau Island, 34km from Central.
HKG–PEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from HKG to PEN
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Penang International Airport (PEN) are connected by nonstop service from Cathay Pacific and Hong Kong Express Airways. With 54 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
HKG to PEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from HKG to PEN is about 3 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,487 miles (2,394 km). There are approximately 54 weekly flights outbound and 51 return, totaling 105 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Don Mueang, Kuala Lumpur and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Shenzhen (SZX) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).