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$376+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Penang (PEN)

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 3/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — PEN
ene. 21 — ene. 281
mar. 1/21
mar. 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San Francisco to Penang Intl are usually found in September or April, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$746
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$376
(oojo)

Popular in

December

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September

Average price

$1,058
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Penang
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Penang. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 16, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/2110:40 amSFO - PEN
1 stop37h 00mSingapore Airlines
dom. 4/69:15 pmPEN - SFO
1 stop27h 25mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 1/15$759
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/310:55 pmSFO - PEN
1 stop28h 05mCathay Pacific
lun. 2/171:05 pmPEN - SFO
1 stop24h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/15$768
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/312:00 pmSFO - PEN
1 stop27h 30mChina Eastern
lun. 2/178:30 amPEN - SFO
2 stops46h 27mChina Eastern
Deal found 1/15$797
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 8/2811:20 amSFO - PEN
1 stop32h 50mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 9/610:15 amPEN - SFO
1 stop26h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$825
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/1312:35 amSFO - PEN
2 stops29h 25mChina Southern
dom. 3/3011:55 pmPEN - SFO
1 stop35h 35mChina Southern
Deal found 1/16$911
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/110:40 pmSFO - PEN
1 stop20h 40mUnited Airlines
sáb. 3/812:10 pmPEN - SFO
1 stop25h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,006
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/142:10 pmSFO - PEN
2 stops30h 40mTurkish Airlines
dom. 3/301:30 pmPEN - SFO
2 stops36h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,087
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/21:05 amSFO - PEN
1 stop22h 05mChina Airlines
mar. 7/153:10 pmPEN - SFO
1 stop20h 20mChina Airlines
Deal found 1/14$1,221
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 3/314:10 pmSFO - PEN
2 stops37h 25mMalaysia Airlines
sáb. 5/317:20 pmPEN - SFO
2 stops33h 30mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,231
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 2/310:37 amSFO - PEN
3 stops39h 28mQatar Airways
lun. 2/1710:20 pmPEN - SFO
2 stops30h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/15$1,238
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/511:55 pmSFO - PEN
2 stops24h 10mPhilippine Airlines
dom. 7/139:50 amPEN - SFO
2 stops26h 10mPhilippine Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,471
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/17:40 pmSFO - PEN
2 stops23h 40mAir Canada
sáb. 7/1210:20 pmPEN - SFO
2 stops32h 13mAir Canada
Deal found 1/15$1,534

Find flights from San Francisco to Penang within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 16, 2025.

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San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

lun. 2/10

12:00 pm-7:30 am

1 stop27h 30m

Penang Intl

dom. 2/16

8:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop40h 30m

$746

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

vie. 3/21

10:40 am-11:20 am

1 stop33h 40m

Penang Intl

dom. 4/6

9:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop27h 25m

$759

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

lun. 2/3

10:55 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop28h 05m

Penang Intl

lun. 2/17

1:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$769

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

jue. 4/24

10:40 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop24h 45m

Penang Intl

jue. 5/15

3:15 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop20h 50m

$775

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

jue. 3/13

12:35 am-9:00 pm

2 stops29h 25m

Penang Intl

dom. 3/30

11:55 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop35h 35m

$911

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

mié. 2/5

10:40 pm-11:20 am

1 stop20h 40m

Penang Intl

jue. 2/20

6:05 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$1,042

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

vie. 3/14

2:10 pm-11:50 am

2 stops30h 40m

Penang Intl

dom. 3/30

7:20 pm-10:30 am

2 stops30h 10m

$1,088

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

mar. 2/4

2:45 pm-6:05 pm

2 stops35h 20m

Penang Intl

lun. 2/17

10:20 pm-12:35 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$1,173

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

lun. 3/31

4:10 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops37h 25m

Penang Intl

sáb. 5/31

7:20 pm-1:50 pm

2 stops33h 30m

$1,231

San FranciscoPenang

SFO - PEN

SFOPEN

San Francisco

mié. 2/5

10:55 am-2:20 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Penang Intl

mié. 2/19

3:20 pm-6:50 pm

1 stop19h 30m

$1,261

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to Penang

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Penang in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Penang flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Penang flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Penang flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Penang flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-Penang flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Penang

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Penang from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Penang

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Penang including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Penang. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

Booking 28 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Penang. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Penang?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Penang (average of $960). Flying from San Francisco to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,537). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 enero 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from San Francisco to Penang by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Penang by month

Plan your trip to Penang by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Penang ranges from 3.0 - 15.2 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 15.2 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Penang when rainfall is around 3.0 in.

Temperature in Penang by month

Plan your trip to Penang by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Penang, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of August, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 78.8 F).

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 enero 16, 2025.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
823 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,752 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

China Southern
7.4
Good
85 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    China Eastern, at $746, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Penang.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Singapore Airlines and Cathay Pacific. Users have found that China Eastern is 36% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Penang one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Singapore Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $376. Users have also found prices from $623 and $3,329 on Cathay Pacific and United Airlines, respectively.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Penang?

    Most of the time, San Francisco to Penang flights that have layovers will stop in Singapore.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Singapore?

    The majority of Singapore visitors spend their time at Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Boat Quay. Sentosa, Universal Studios Singapore, and Boat Quay are located about 13.4 mi, 13.4 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Singapore Changi. Travelers can rent a car at Singapore Changi for an average daily rate of $114 to make sightseeing during their layover a little easier.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Penang flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Penang layover in Taipei City least frequently.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Penang flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Penang?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Penang?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Penang (average of $960). Flying from San Francisco to Penang in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,537). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San Francisco to Penang

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Penang. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$746Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$769Average$1,453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$795Average$1,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
China AirlinesCheapest$914Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
STARLUX AirlinesCheapest$932Average$980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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