Penang to Haikou (Meilan) (PEN–HAK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Penang to Haikou (Meilan)
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
3 Flights/wk 1,221 mi 3h 30m nonstop 17 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between PEN and HAK, connecting options are available through 17 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for PEN to HAK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
17
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~26h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
889
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Haikou (Meilan) is 0 hours the same as Penang.
PEN: +08 · HAK: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Penang, it's 6:00 PM in Haikou (Meilan).
Distance & Flight Time
1,221 mi / 1,965 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 30m.
Visa & Entry

Malaysian passport holders enter China visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a mutual visa exemption agreement that took effect in July 2025. The maximum cumulative stay is 90 days within any 180-day period. Covers tourism, business, family visits, and transit. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Work and study still require a separate visa.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting from HAK

Metro Line 1 runs from the airport to the city centre in 30–40 minutes for CNY 6–10. Taxis and DiDi depart from outside the arrivals hall; fares to downtown are CNY 50–90. Airport shuttle buses serve several city districts and the Haikou East Railway Station for CNY 15–20.

Hainan's high-speed rail loop connects Haikou to Sanya and other island cities; Haikou East Station is the primary hub. Rental car desks are in the arrivals hall.

Haikou (Meilan) Climate

Tropical monsoon climate. Hainan is warm year-round. Even in winter (December–February) temperatures reach 18–24°C, making it China's primary warm-weather escape. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid at 30–35°C with heavy monsoon rain and significant typhoon risk.

Typhoon season runs May through November, peaking August–October. Storms frequently make landfall on Hainan and can close the airport for 12–36 hours. Outside typhoon season, disruption risk is low and flying conditions are generally reliable.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

PEN–HAK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Penang to Haikou (Meilan) route.
Route details
Distance1,221 mi / 1,965 km
Flight time3h 30m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights3 out / 3 return
1-stop connections17 hubs
Origin: PEN
Full namePenang International Airport
IATA / ICAOPEN / WMKP
TimezoneAsia/Kuala_Lumpur
Passengers/yr7.6M
Elevation11 ft / 3 m
Destination: HAK
Full nameHaikou Meilan International Airport
IATA / ICAOHAK / ZJHK
TimezoneAsia/Chongqing
Passengers/yr27.0M
Elevation75 ft / 23 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about PEN to HAK flights.
Nonstop flights from Penang International Airport to Haikou Meilan International Airport take approximately 3h 30m. The route covers 1,221 miles.
There are approximately 3 nonstop flights per week from PEN to HAK. The return direction has about 3 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DMK, BKI, BKK, SGN, TFU, KCH, CGK, KUL, CAN, SZX, HKG, PVG, SIN, KMG, XMN, CKG and DXB. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Yes, return flights from HAK to PEN are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from PEN to HAK

Penang International Airport (PEN) and Haikou Meilan International Airport (HAK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

PEN to HAK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from PEN to HAK ranges from 3 hours 30 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,221 miles (1,965 km). There are approximately 3 weekly flights outbound and 3 return, totaling 6 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

17 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.