Shenzhen to Penang (SZX–PEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
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.
SZX–PEN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Shenzhen Airlines and AirAsia lead the route. The flight covers 1,500 miles in approximately 3h 33m. 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 | 3h21 | – | Star Alliance | CA |
| AK AirAsia | 2 | – | – | – | – | – |
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 | 2 | 5 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | 14 | 54 | 35 |
| Flight time | 3h 33m | 3h 40m | 3h 51m |
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 Shenzhen Airlines and AirAsia. With 14 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SZX to PEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SZX to PEN is about 3 hours 33 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 Kuala Lumpur, Suvarnabhumi and Singapore Changi. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Hong Kong (HKG) and Guangzhou (Huadu) (CAN).