Penang to Shenzhen (PEN–SZX) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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PEN–SZX is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Shenzhen Airlines and AirAsia lead the route. The flight covers 1,500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines Also: CA | 7 | 320 | 3h40 | – | Star Alliance | CA |
| AK AirAsia | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
PEN: +08 · SZX: CST
When it's 6:00 PM in Penang, it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen.
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.
Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) connects to Futian station (30 min, ¥20) and Luohu (45 min, ¥28); from Futian you can cross to Hong Kong via the Futian/Lok Ma Chau checkpoint. Trains run 6am to midnight.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥60–100. Ferries to Hong Kong run from the adjacent Fuyong Ferry Terminal (45 min, HK$300–350); a convenient alternative to land crossings. Car rentals are limited; private car hire with driver is common for business travel.
Subtropical monsoon climate. Summers (May–September) are hot and very humid (28–34°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall and frequent typhoons. Typhoon season peaks July through September and can close the airport for 12–24 hours. Thunderstorms cause delays throughout the wet season.
Winters are mild and mostly dry (10–20°C). Spring brings persistent fog and drizzle (February–April) that can disrupt morning departures. October and November are the most pleasant months.
PEN–SZX Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEN to SZX
Penang International Airport (PEN) and Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) are connected by nonstop service from Shenzhen Airlines and AirAsia. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
PEN to SZX Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEN to SZX is about 3 hours 45 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,500 miles (2,414 km). There are approximately 14 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 28 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Noi Bai, Tan Son Nhat and Kuala Lumpur. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.