Chennai to Penang (MAA–PEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
6E1045
6E IndiGo
32N
2:20 AM
IST T2
8:30 AM
+08
3h 40m
M T W T F S S
Prices
6E1046
6E IndiGo
32N
9:30 AM
+08
10:30 AM
IST
3h 30m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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Chennai to Penang
1 carrier, 7 flights/week nonstop.
1 Airlines 7 Flights/wk 1,470 mi 3h 40m nonstop +2.5h ahead 6 1-stop hubs

MAA–PEN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. IndiGo leads the route. The flight covers 1,470 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 6 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop MAA–PEN service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
6E IndiGo 7 32N 3h40
Aircraft on this route
32N Airbus A320neo – 6E
Alliance coverage
Unaffiliated: 6E (7 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, MAA to PEN direction.
Mon
1
flight
Tue
1
flight
Wed
1
flight
Thu
1
flight
Fri
1
flight
Sat
1
flight
Sun
1
flight
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
1
Nonstop flights
7
Outbound / wk
7
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for MAA to PEN.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
6
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
256
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2.5h
Penang is 2.5 hours ahead of Chennai.
MAA: IST · PEN: +08

When it's 6:00 PM in Chennai, it's 8.5:00 PM in Penang.
Distance & Flight Time
1,470 mi / 2,365 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 40m.
Visa & Entry

Indian passport holders need a visa or travel authorization to enter Malaysia. The eNTRI (Electronic Travel Registration and Information) note allows visa-free entry for up to 15 days through designated airports. It costs $7 and is processed instantly online. For longer stays up to 30 days, apply for an eVisa through the Malaysia Digital Arrival Card (MDAC) portal. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

The eNTRI is single-entry only and cannot be extended. If you need more than 15 days, go with the eVisa from the start.

MAA–PEN Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Chennai to Penang route.
Route details
Distance1,470 mi / 2,365 km
Flight time3h 40m
Time difference+2.5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
Weekly flights7 out / 7 return
1-stop connections6 hubs
Origin: MAA
IATA / ICAOMAA / VOMM
TimezoneAsia/Kolkata
Passengers/yr21.2M
Elevation52 ft / 16 m
Destination: PEN
IATA / ICAOPEN / WMKP
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Passengers/yr7.6M
Elevation11 ft / 3 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA to PEN flights.
Nonstop flights from Chennai International Airport to Penang International Airport take approximately 3h 40m. The route covers 1,470 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: IndiGo.
There are approximately 7 nonstop flights per week from MAA to PEN. The return direction has about 7 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RGN, DMK, HKG, KUL, SIN and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Penang is 2.5 hours ahead of Chennai.
Yes, return flights from PEN to MAA are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from MAA to PEN

Chennai International Airport (MAA) and Penang International Airport (PEN) are connected by nonstop service from IndiGo. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.

MAA to PEN Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from MAA to PEN ranges from 3 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,470 miles (2,365 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 7 return, totaling 14 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

6 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via RGN. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.