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There are 5 ways to get from Seattle to Penang by plane, tram, or train

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Fly to Penang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane SEA - PEN
22h 17m
RM 1,925–5,525
Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)plane SEA - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T1 to KL Sentraltrain
3. Take the train from Kl Sentral to Nibong Tebaltrain
26h 33m
RM 1,878–3,645
Fly to Alor Setar, tram
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Alor Setar (AOR)plane SEA - AOR
2. Take the tram from Anak Bukit to Tasek Gelugortram
24h 54m
RM 2,046–8,070
Fly to Ipoh, tram
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Ipoh (IPH)plane SEA - IPH
2. Take the tram from Ipoh to Nibong Tebaltram
30h 10m
RM 3,329–9,552
Fly to Hat Yai, train, tram
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Hat Yai (HDY)plane SEA - HDY
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
3. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Tasek Gelugortram
29h 13m
RM 2,537–7,170

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

22Weekly Planes

20h 51mAverage Duration

RM 1,883Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Seattle to Penang.

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Distance: 12,850.5 km
Duration: 22h 17m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Penang, Malaysia?

Singapore Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and three other airlines fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Penang International Airport (PEN) 3 times a day.

Airlines

Website: singaporeair.com

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Penang International Airport via Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 19h 20m
When: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: RM 2,000–15,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 30h 35m
When: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: RM 3,700–27,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Incheon, Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 26h 30m
When: Every day
Estimated price: RM 3,200–12,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Manila, Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 23h 40m
When: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Sunday
Estimated price: RM 3,100–12,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Taiwan Taoyuan, Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 24h 10m
When: Every day
Estimated price: RM 3,400–12,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Tokyo Haneda, Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 25h 50m
When: Friday
Estimated price: RM 3,900–36,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Shanghai Pudong, Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 26h 5m
When: Friday
Estimated price: RM 3,400–12,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Tokyo Narita, Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 27h 25m
When: Every day
Estimated price: RM 3,900–14,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Ipoh via Hong Kong, Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 28h 25m
When: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price: RM 3,600–12,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Kuala Lumpur International Airport via Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 18h 30m
When: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: RM 1,700–12,000

Flights from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport to Hat Yai via Singapore Changi

Ave. Duration: 36h 15m
When: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price: RM 2,600–20,000

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George Town, 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

Urban H Hotel(Opens in a new window)

8.1Very Good

Cheong Fatt Tze - The Blue Mansion(Opens in a new window)

9.4Superb

The Prestige Hotel Penang, a Member of Design Hotels(Opens in a new window)

9.1Superb

Tropicana 218 X Airlevate Suites(Opens in a new window)

8.0Good

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