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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from New York to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.P51,365 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Sun, 3 May.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Sun, 3 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P51,365, select.
George Town.P53,967 per passenger.Departing Mon, 6 Apr, returning Tue, 21 Apr.Return flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 6 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Penang on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P53,967, select.
George Town.P66,992 per passenger.Departing Sun, 24 May, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with Gulf Air and AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with Gulf Air, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Sun, 24 May, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Penang on Tue, 26 May, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P66,992, select.
George Town.P74,434 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Thu, 26 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Penang on Thu, 26 Mar, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P74,434, select.
George Town.P99,965 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Feb, returning Sun, 1 Mar.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Wed, 25 Feb, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Penang on Sun, 1 Mar, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From P99,965, select.
George Town.P112,290 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Dec, returning Fri, 25 Dec.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from New York John F. Kennedy on Thu, 17 Dec, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Penang on Fri, 25 Dec, arriving in New York John F. Kennedy.Price includes taxes and charges.From P112,290, select.
George Town.P148,502 per passenger.Departing Fri, 19 Jun, returning Sun, 21 Jun.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from New York Newark on Fri, 19 Jun, arriving in Penang.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Penang on Sun, 21 Jun, arriving in New York Newark.Price includes taxes and charges.From P148,502, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like New York to Penang flights are currently cheapest in April.
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New York to Penang: Alternative routes

Compare routes from New York to George Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Penang.

Penang

15km from central George Town
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Alor Setar

87km from central George Town
from P72,265
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New York to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP51,365
Cheapest month to flyApril

Finding cheap flights from New York to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from New York to Penang is P51,365. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from New York to Penang. But we found flights with one stop from P51,365.
As of February 2026, there are no flights flying from New York to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from New York to Penang is usually April.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from New York to Penang Airport on Monday, 20 April 2026.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between New York and Penang Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
The cheapest airline that flies to Penang is Cathay Pacific .

Flying from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know

  • You can choose from a range of airports when organising your flight from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN). Check out your options for flying out of John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA).

  • Penang International Airport is located in George Town. The city runs on the UTC+8 timezone and is 12 hours ahead of New York.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from New York to PEN, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so show up even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.

Airports in New York

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)

  • We make it a piece of cake to book cheap flights from New York to PEN that include a stopover. To explore all the options departing from John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between JFK and PEN include:

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

    • Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

    • Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from central New York, JFK can be reached in about 50 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

  • In search of a comfortable hotel near John F. Kennedy International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from New York to Penang International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • 74.1% of flights taking off from John F. Kennedy International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • You'll find JFK at JFK Airport.

Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)

  • Cross another spot off your travel list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from New York to Penang International Airport, browse these options when taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport:

    • Shanghai Pudong International Airport (PVG)

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Changi International Airport (SIN)

  • You can reach EWR from central New York in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to travel the 24 kilometres or so.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your New York to PEN flight? Check in to a hotel near Newark Liberty International Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:

  • 73.3% of flights taking off from Newark Liberty International Airport make it to their destination as expected.

  • The street address for EWR is Building 1, Conrad Road.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

  • From the centre of New York, LGA is around 18 kilometres away. It takes roughly 25 minutes to reach the airport by car and 1 hour or so if you use public transport.

  • Relax in bed for a little longer and still make your New York to Penang International Airport flight without having to rush. These hotels near LaGuardia Airport make departure day effortless if you're jetting off early:

  • LGA has a very good on-time arrivals performance of 80.0%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and touch down as expected.

  • The address of LaGuardia Airport is Hangar 7 Centre.

About Penang International Airport (PEN)

How to find the cheapest flights from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Right now, P26,863 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from New York to Penang International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is P51,365. Keep in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from New York to PEN if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.

  • Affordable New York to Penang International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then pick the cheapest day.

  • You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you when a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from New York to PEN.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from New York to Penang International Airport.

The best time to fly from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from New York to Penang International Airport (PEN). Plan your visit to George Town in February if you prefer a quieter experience.

  • Before locking in your New York to PEN plane ticket, consider the type of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from New York to Penang International Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF).

More about George Town

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in George Town right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from New York to Penang International Airport:

  • Your trip to George Town wouldn't be complete without a bit of sightseeing. Attractions worth exploring include George Town, Malaysia UNESCO AREA, Georgetown Heritage site and George Town.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • You've done George Town, now it's time to discover other corners of Malaysia. Journey around 241 kilometres north-east to Kota Bharu to tick off its leading sights. From Istana Negeri Kelantan to Museum Of Islamic Culture and Masjid Al Karomah, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. Start your sightseeing at PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.

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