Chengdu (Jianyang) to Penang (TFU–PEN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
TFU–PEN is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. China Southern Airlines leads the route. The flight covers 1,750 miles in approximately 4h. Beyond nonstop, 21 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CZ China Southern Airlines | 7 | 321 | 4h | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Penang from Chengdu (Jianyang)
| Metric | TFU→PEN | CKG→PEN |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from TFU | – | 139 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 7 | – |
| Flight time | 4h | 4h 15m |
Travel Essentials
TFU: CST · PEN: +08
When it's 6:00 PM in Chengdu (Jianyang), 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.
Metro Line 18 is the fastest and cheapest way out. The express service skips intermediate stops and reaches TFU from Chengdu South Railway Station in 35 minutes (CNY 10). The all-stop service takes 50 minutes for the same fare. From Tianfu Square, expect a transfer and a total of about CNY 30. Trains run from 6:00 to 23:00.
Airport buses cover five routes including Chunxi Road (Line 1), Jinsha Bus Hub (Line 2), and Chengdu East Railway Station (Line 4). Day fare is a flat CNY 15; night service (23:30 to 6:00) costs CNY 25. Lines 1, 2, and 3 run 24 hours. Taxis from Tianfu Square cost CNY 180-260 during the day and take 45-60 minutes via the expressway. DiDi ride-hail runs CNY 90-130 from pickup lanes on the east side of the arrivals hall.
TFU–PEN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from TFU to PEN
Chengdu Tianfu International Airport (TFU) and Penang International Airport (PEN) are connected by nonstop service from China Southern Airlines. With 7 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
TFU to PEN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from TFU to PEN ranges from 4 hours 0 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,750 miles (2,816 km). There are approximately 7 weekly flights outbound and 14 return, totaling 21 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
21 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via BKK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Chongqing (CKG).