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Cheap flights from Chennai to Penang from ₹ 6,651

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAA — PEN
22 Aug — 29 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chennai to Penang Intl are usually found in April or January, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Chennai to Penang

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chennai (MAA) to Penang (PEN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 August 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 12,951

One-way from

₹ 6,651

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

₹ 18,989

Good round-trip deal

₹ 19,020 or less

Good one-way deal

₹ 8,781 or less
Scoot
  • Scoot
  • 10/9-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 55m total
  • Chennai to Penang
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AirAsia
  • AirAsia
  • 6/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 20m total
  • Chennai to Penang
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (₹ 262,842 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (₹ 54,113 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Chennai to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chennai to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 August 2025.

Wed 10/908:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 20/922:05PEN - MAA
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/8₹ 12,951
Mon 29/908:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 25mAirAsia
Mon 6/1019:00PEN - MAA
1 stop15h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 15/8₹ 13,126
Mon 1/908:15MAA - PEN
1 stop21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/922:05PEN - MAA
1 stop27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8₹ 13,651
Thu 9/1008:15MAA - PEN
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 16/1009:30PEN - MAA
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8₹ 15,489
Thu 9/1008:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 25mAirAsia
Tue 14/1020:00PEN - MAA
1 stop14h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 16/8₹ 15,664
Sat 11/1008:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 25mAirAsia
Tue 14/1020:00PEN - MAA
1 stop14h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 16/8₹ 15,839
Thu 2/1008:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/1009:00PEN - MAA
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/8₹ 15,927
Wed 8/1008:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 25mAirAsia
Wed 15/1020:00PEN - MAA
1 stop14h 15mAirAsia
Deal found 16/8₹ 16,014
Wed 24/908:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/1009:30PEN - MAA
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8₹ 16,102
Sat 11/1008:15MAA - PEN
1 stop6h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 15/1009:30PEN - MAA
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/8₹ 16,452

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Chennai to Penang that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 17 August 2025.
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Chennai

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Penang

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Wed 10/9

08:15-17:10

1 stop6h 25m

Penang Intl

Sat 20/9

22:05-23:05

1 stop27h 30m

₹ 12,951

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Mon 29/9

08:15-17:10

1 stop6h 25m

Penang Intl

Mon 6/10

19:00-07:45

1 stop15h 15m

₹ 13,126

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Mon 1/9

08:15-08:35

1 stop21h 50m

Penang Intl

Tue 30/9

22:05-23:05

1 stop27h 30m

₹ 13,651

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Thu 9/10

08:15-19:15

1 stop8h 30m

Penang Intl

Thu 16/10

09:30-10:30

Nonstop3h 30m

₹ 15,489

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Thu 9/10

08:15-17:10

1 stop6h 25m

Penang Intl

Tue 14/10

20:00-07:45

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 15,664

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Sat 11/10

08:15-17:10

1 stop6h 25m

Penang Intl

Wed 15/10

20:00-07:45

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 15,839

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Sat 11/10

08:15-17:10

1 stop6h 25m

Penang Intl

Tue 14/10

20:00-07:45

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 15,839

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Thu 2/10

08:15-17:10

1 stop6h 25m

Penang Intl

Thu 30/10

09:00-10:00

Nonstop3h 30m

₹ 15,927

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Thu 9/10

08:15-17:10

1 stop6h 25m

Penang Intl

Wed 15/10

20:00-07:45

1 stop14h 15m

₹ 15,927

ChennaiPenang

MAA - PEN

MAAPEN

Chennai

Sat 6/9

08:15-17:05

1 stop6h 20m

₹ 6,651

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Best time to book a flight from Chennai to Penang

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chennai to Penang

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chennai to Penang?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Chennai to Penang. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chennai to Penang is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MAA to PEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Chennai to Penang. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 August 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Chennai to Penang at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Chennai to Penang

Explore weekly flight availability from Chennai to Penang. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 August 2025.

The most flights from MAA to PEN are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Chennai to Penang?

Share of one-stop return flights from Chennai to Penang chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Kuala Lumpur (KUL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 62% of one-stop itineraries from Chennai to Penang on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Chennai to Penang?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Chennai to Penang, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Singapore (SIN) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of ₹ 20,505.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Chennai to Penang?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Chennai to Penang, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 7h 21m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Chennai to Penang?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Chennai to Penang, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Kuala Lumpur (KUL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 3h 19m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Penang

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Penang. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Penang. Reviews last updated 17 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Malaysia Airlines, IndiGo, andAirAsia from Chennai to Penang. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
273 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
273 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
273 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
IndiGo
6.8
Okay
479 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
273 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
AirAsia
6.7
Okay
211 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
273 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.
Scoot
6.7
Okay
308 reviews
Malaysia Airlines
7.4
Good
273 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.7

Crew

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anjan,Nov 2024

SYD - KUL

I have a good experience and got good hospitality from cabin crew thank you.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chennai to Penang. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Chennai to Penang?

    To fly from Chennai to Penang, you need to book a flight from Chennai (MAA) to Penang Intl (PEN). Nonstop flights to Penang Intl from Chennai take 6h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from Chennai to Penang Intl offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Chennai to Penang flight route?

    This flight path from Chennai to Penang Intl was viewed by 156 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chennai to Penang round-trip?

    According to our current data, AirAsia (₹ 12,721), Scoot (₹ 14,110), and IndiGo (₹ 16,082) offers the cheapest pricing from Chennai to Penang. AirAsia is currently priced 39% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chennai to Penang?

    On average you can expect to pay ₹ 15,774 for a flight from Chennai to Penang. The cheapest flight overall is ₹ 7,216 while the most popular route, (Chennai - Penang Intl) is currently priced at ₹ 12,601.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chennai to Penang that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chennai to Penang flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chennai to Penang?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chennai to Penang.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chennai to Penang?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chennai to Penang by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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AirAsiaCheapest₹ 12,721Average₹ 19,964FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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IndiGoCheapest₹ 16,082Average₹ 19,063FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapest₹ 20,232Average₹ 25,807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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