Shenzhen to Penang (SZX–PEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SZX–PEN is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Air China, Shenzhen Airlines and AirAsia lead the route. The flight covers 1,500 miles in approximately 3h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 12 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA Air China | 7 | 320 | 3h40 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| ZH Shenzhen Airlines | 7 | 320 | 3h55 | – | Star Alliance | – |
| AK AirAsia | 4 | 320 | 3h50 | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Penang from Shenzhen
| Metric | SZX→PEN | HKG→PEN | CAN→PEN |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from SZX | – | 24 mi | 61 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 18 | 39 | 24 |
| Flight time | 3h 40m | 3h 45m | 3h 55m |
Travel Essentials
SZX: CST · PEN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Shenzhen, it's 6:00 PM in Penang.
Chinese passport holders enter Malaysia visa-free for up to 30 days per visit under a bilateral agreement effective since July 2025. The cumulative stay must not exceed 90 days within any 180-day period. Permitted purposes include tourism, business, and family visits. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry. Employment and study still require a visa obtained in advance.
Shenzhen Metro Line 11 (Airport Express) runs from Futian or Luohu to the airport in 35–50 minutes (¥20–30). Trains run from 6am to around midnight. This is the standard option for arrivals from central Shenzhen and the Hong Kong border crossing at Futian.
Taxis from downtown Shenzhen (Luohu/Futian) cost ¥60–100 and take 30–50 minutes depending on expressway traffic. High-speed rail connections exist but require a shuttle or metro link from Shenzhen North station.
SZX–PEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SZX to PEN
Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport (SZX) and Penang International Airport (PEN) are connected by nonstop service from AirAsia, Air China and Shenzhen Airlines. With 18 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SZX to PEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to PEN ranges from 3 hours 40 minutes to 3 hours 55 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,500 miles (2,414 km). There are approximately 18 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 36 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
12 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 13 hours via DMK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).