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

The cheapest way to get from Melbourne to Penang is to fly which costs RM 1000 - RM 2100 and takes 12h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melbourne to Penang is to fly which takes 12h 49m and costs RM 1000 - RM 2100.

How far is it from Melbourne to Penang?

The distance between Melbourne and Penang is 6655 km.

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

It takes approximately 12h 49m to get from Melbourne to Penang, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Melbourne and Penang?

Penang is 3h behind Melbourne. It is currently 10:51 AM in Melbourne and 7:51 AM in Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2414+ hotels available in Penang.

Melbourne to Penang - 3 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Melbourne to Penang by plane or train

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Fly to Penang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane MEL - PEN
12h 49m
RM 1,030–2,080
Fly to Alor Setar, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane MEL - AOR
2. Take the train from Anak Bukit to Tasek Gelugortrain
14h 51m
RM 951–2,733
Fly to Ipoh, train
1. Fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Ipoh (IPH)plane MEL - IPH
2. Take the train from Ipoh to Nibong Tebaltrain
15h 52m
RM 1,284–3,528

Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

49Weekly Planes

11h 45mAverage Duration

RM 881Cheapest Price

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Distance: 6,655.5 km
Duration: 12h 49m

What companies run services between Melbourne, VIC, Australia and Penang, Malaysia?

Scoot Tigerair, Singapore Airlines, and Malaysia Airlines fly from Melbourne Airport (MEL) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 4 hours.

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