Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Paris: what you need to know
Penang International Airport is located in George Town. Based in the UTC+1 timezone, Paris is seven hours behind George Town.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your PEN to Paris flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a smart move.
Stopovers are the ideal opportunity to break up your journey and possibly even tick a new city off your list. When searching for plane tickets from PEN to Paris, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can visit along the way. Some popular options include:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
PEN is around 14 kilometres from central George Town. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Paris? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near PEN:
69.54% of flights taking off from Penang International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Paris flight is ₹ 34,531. The cheapest price for a return flight is ₹ 67,376. Remember fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from PEN to Paris. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your Penang International Airport to Paris ticket.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
The distance from Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you around 45 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 1 hour 15 minutes.
If you have a late flight from Penang International Airport to Paris, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these hotels near CDG:
Go where the road takes you with a Charles de Gaulle Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Keddy By Europcar or Europcar and venture far and wide through Paris and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Charles de Gaulle Airport about two weeks in advance of your flight from PEN to Paris.
You'll find CDG at 95711, Roissy Charles de Gaulle.
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
The centre of Paris is about 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY). After your flight from Penang International Airport to Paris has touched down and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 55 minutes.
After stepping off your PEN to Paris flight, kick back at a hotel near ORY. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you slip into relaxation mode:
The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Paris Orly Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Alamo, Europcar or Keddy By Europcar and be on your way in a flash.
Call dibs on the best options. Booking your ride from ORY one week in advance often means better deals and a greater selection of vehicles.
Paris Orly Airport can be found at 94396 Orly Aérogare.
Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA)
Find your way to the city centre after your flight from Penang International Airport to Paris has touched down. Central Paris is about 88 kilometres from Beauvais-Tille Airport (BVA) and takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to reach by car.
The journey will take you about 2 hours 20 minutes by public transport.
Enjoy a restful, unhurried start to your trip by choosing a hotel near BVA after your PEN to Paris flight. Rest up after a long day of travel or simply take a moment to settle into a new destination at:
Whether you want a mini for solo travel or a full-size SUV to transport your group, you'll find the right Beauvais-Tille Airport rental car for you. Check out the types of wheels available from names such as Loca Malin, Budget and Europcar.
Enjoy a payoff when you plan ahead. Book your ride from BVA three weeks before your flight from Penang International Airport to Paris to access the best deals.
The street address for Beauvais-Tille Airport is Tille 60000, Beauvais.
Best time to go to Paris
Before securing your flights from Penang International Airport to Paris, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Paris offers a lively atmosphere and plenty of activities, while low season means you'll get better hotel deals and fewer crowds.
Before booking a Penang International Airport to Paris plane ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Paris, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC to 29ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to Paris in January when temperatures average between -2ºC and 9ºC.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Penang International Airport to Paris, explore our range of hotels including:
Louvre Museum and Eiffel Tower are just two of the top attractions to put on your Paris to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris.
Explore more of France
You've seen Paris, now it's time to discover other parts of France. Travel about 386 kilometres south-east to Lyon to tick off its leading sights. From Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere to Musée des Confluences and Vieux Lyon - Saint-Jean - Saint-Georges, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in France, consider Nantes, about 338 kilometres south-west of Paris. Chateau des Ducs de Bretagne, Les Machines de L'ile and Jardin des Plantes are the start of reasons to visit.