Jakarta to Penang flights
Direct and connecting flights from Soekarno-Hatta International Airport (CGK) to Penang International Airport (PEN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Jakarta to Penang take?
Flight time from Jakarta (CGK) to Penang (PEN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Jakarta to Penang?
Airline availability for CGK to PEN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Jakarta to Penang?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CGK to PEN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- TransNusa Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Malindo Air5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- BTK5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- AirAsia5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| TransNusa Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Malindo Air | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| BTK | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| AirAsia | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning CGK → PEN
CGK to PEN is a short-haul route of 1,454 km (903 mi). See the return PEN → CGK route.
Alternative airports near Jakarta: Jakarta (PCB) — 26 km, Jakarta (HLP) — 30 km.
Alternative airports near Penang: Butterworth (BWH) — 23 km, Alor Setar (AOR) — 100 km.