On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets from Hong Kong to George Town. This 2,387 km route is served regularly, with a total frequency of up to 18 flights per week.
Flights are operated by carriers such as Cathay Pacific, HK Express, and Malaysia Airlines. Given the dynamic pricing, we recommend using the price chart to find the best deals. You can also find information here on how to get to the departure airport and arrange an airport transfer upon arrival.
The table shows direct flights Hong Kong → George Town on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 3 h 29 min. Regular flights are operated by Hong Kong Express Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair and Malaysia Airline. Departures from Hong Kong International Airport airports, arrivals at Penang International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Hong Kong — George Town by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 382 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 844 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Hong Kong → George Town, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 604 | high | May | AED 478 | medium | Sep | AED 428 | low |
| Feb | AED 629 | high | Jun | AED 528 | medium | Oct | AED 453 | low |
| Mar | AED 579 | high | Jul | AED 629 | high | Nov | AED 503 | medium |
| Apr | AED 503 | medium | Aug | AED 554 | medium | Dec | AED 654 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
In George Town, temperatures remain consistently high throughout the year, ranging between +29...+30°C. November is considered the rainiest period with the heaviest precipitation, while January and February boast the highest number of sunny and dry days.
The most budget-friendly month for planning your flight is October, with ticket prices starting AED 382. Conversely, peak prices are recorded in May — during this period, you can expect to pay significantly more, starting AED 844.
September and October are considered the best times to travel for savings, with fares starting AED 418. Despite the chance of rain, this allows for substantial savings on tickets compared to the spring months, which are better to avoid if you're on a tight budget.
There are 5 airlines operating on this route, including Cathay Pacific, HK Express, and Malaysia Airlines, which collectively provide about 18 flights per week. Most of the direct traffic is handled by carriers based in Hong Kong, while others offer options with convenient connections. To see a detailed flight schedule for specific dates, check the list below.
Flights Hong Kong — George Town depart from Hong Kong International Airport and arrive at Penang International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The average travel time for a direct flight is about 3 hours, as the distance between the cities is 2,387 km.
Regular air service is provided by Cathay Pacific, HK Express, Malaysia Airlines, as well as Qatar Airways and Finnair.
Yes, direct flights on this route operate regularly, with Cathay Pacific and HK Express being the primary operators.
Flight prices are dynamic and depend on the season; you can check the current minimum cost for your dates in the low-price calendar on this page.
All flights on this route arrive at Penang International Airport (PEN), which serves George Town.
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