What is the cheapest way to get from Cairns to Penang?

The cheapest way to get from Cairns to Penang is to fly which costs RM 1100 - RM 4900 and takes 15h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cairns to Penang?

The fastest way to get from Cairns to Penang is to fly which takes 15h 50m and costs RM 1100 - RM 4900.

How far is it from Cairns to Penang?

The distance between Cairns and Penang is 5578 km.

How long does it take to get from Cairns to Penang?

It takes approximately 15h 50m to get from Cairns to Penang, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Cairns and Penang?

Penang is 2h behind Cairns. It is currently 10:18 PM in Cairns and 8:18 PM in Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2414+ hotels available in Penang.

Cairns to Penang - 2 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 2 ways to get from Cairns to Penang by plane or train

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Fly to Penang International Airport
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1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane CNS - PEN
15h 50m
RM 1,100–4,900
Fly to Ipoh, train
1. Fly from Cairns (CNS) to Ipoh (IPH)plane CNS - IPH
2. Take the train from Ipoh to Nibong Tebaltrain
21h 13m
RM 1,936–8,516

Cairns (CNS) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

6Weekly Planes

15h 25mAverage Duration

RM 1,104Cheapest Price

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Distance: 5,578.4 km
Duration: 15h 50m

What companies run services between Cairns, QLD, Australia and Penang, Malaysia?

Singapore Airlines, Air Niugini, and AirAsia fly from Cairns (CNS) to Penang International Airport (PEN) 6 times a week.

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