Traveling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which makes George Town seven hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Your AMS to PEN flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Traveling during a peak time like June? School holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Penang International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here are some options between AMS and PEN:
Changi International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hong Kong International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Penang International Airport flight is AED 1,326. A round-trip plane ticket is currently AED 2,426. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you want to find cheap tickets from AMS to PEN. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
Finding cheap flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Penang International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport takes about 1 hour 5 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near AMS? If you're catching an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Penang International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Reserve a hotel near PEN if you're taking a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Penang International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Penang International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and find adventure across George Town and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Penang International Airport about four weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is approximately 18 kilometers from central George Town. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to George Town. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to go to George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from AMS to PEN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
You've visited George Town, now it's time to discover more of Malaysia. Journey around 225 kilometers east to Kota Bharu to check off its top sights. From Pantai Cahaya Bulan to Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Kuala Lumpur is another favorite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometers south-east of George Town. No trip is complete without dropping by Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.