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There are 6 ways to get from Cuba to George Town by plane, bus, train, or car ferry

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Fly José Martí International Airport to Penang International Airport
best
1. Fly from José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane HAV - PEN
36h 39m
RM 4,625–17,050
Fly Abel Santamaría Airport to Penang International Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Abel Santamaría Airport (SNU) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane SNU - PEN
26h 39m
RM 2,150–9,061
Fly Frank País International Airport to Penang International Airport
1. Fly from Frank País International Airport (HOG) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane HOG - PEN
29h 7m
RM 2,848–8,558
Bus to Juan Gualberto Gómez International Airport, fly to Penang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Terminal de Ómnibus Nacionales La Habana to Varadero Airportbus
2. Fly from Juan Gualberto Gómez International Airport (VRA) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane VRA - PEN
32h 34m
RM 2,151–9,073
Fly José Martí International Airport to Alor Setar, train, car ferry
1. Fly from José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane HAV - AOR
2. Take the train from Alor Setar to Butterworthtrain
3. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
38h 38m
RM 5,537–20,064
Fly José Martí International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train, car ferry
1. Fly from José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane HAV - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T1 to KL Sentraltrain
3. Take the train from Kl Sentral to Butterworthtrain
4. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
35h 18m
RM 4,079–14,173

José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

6Weekly Planes

33h 52mAverage Duration

RM 4,692Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cuba to George Town.

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Distance: 16,893.5 km
Duration: 36h 39m

What companies run services between Cuba and George Town, Malaysia?

Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, and Thai Airways International fly from José Martí International Airport (HAV) to Penang International Airport (PEN) 6 times a week.

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George Town(opens in a new window), Malaysia(opens in a new window)

George Town is the capital of the Malaysian state of Penang and the core city of the George Town Conurbation, Malaysia's second largest metropolitan area with a population of 2.84 million and the second highest contributor to the country's GDP. The city proper covers an area of 306 km2 and was home to a population of 794,313. - Wikipedia (opens in a new window)

Things to do in George Town

George Town(Opens in a new window)

George Town, the capital city of the Malaysian state of Penang, is located at the northeastern tip of Penang Island. It is Malaysia's second largest city, with 708,127 inhabitants, while its metropolitan area, Greater Penang, is the nation's second most populous conurbation with an estimated population of 2.5 million. The historical core of George Town has been inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2008.

Kek Lok Si(Opens in a new window)

The Kek Lok Si Temple is a Buddhist temple situated in Air Itam in Penang facing the sea and commanding an impressive view, and is one of the best known temples on the island. It is said to be the largest Buddhist temple in Malaysia. It is also an important pilgrimage centre for Buddhists from Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore and other countries in Southeast Asia. This entire complex of temples was built over a period from 1890 to 1930, an inspirational initiative of Beow Lean, the Abbot. The main draw in the complex is the striking seven-storey Pagoda of Rama VI (Pagoda of Ten Thousand Buddhas) with 10,000 alabaster and bronze statues of Buddha, and the 36.57 m tall bronze statue of Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy.

Armenian Street(Opens in a new window)

Armenian Street is a narrow street within the city of George Town in Penang, Malaysia. Located within the city's UNESCO World Heritage Site, the road has gained popularity in recent years for its rich cultural offerings and street art.

Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion(Opens in a new window)

The Cheong Fatt Tze Mansion is located at Leith Street in George Town, Penang, Malaysia. The mansion's indigo-blue outer wall makes it a very distinct building in the area.

Places to stay in George Town

RM 496

Campbell House(Opens in a new window)

9.8Exceptional

RM 167

Le Dream Boutique Hotel(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

RM 949

Eastern And Oriental Hotel(Opens in a new window)

9.2Superb

RM 495

The Prestige Hotel Penang(Opens in a new window)

9.4Superb

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