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Connecting route · Switzerland → Malaysia

Flights from Zurich to Penang

There are no direct flights from Zurich to Penang. The easiest way is one stop via Shanghai or Hong Kong, about 18h 21m door to door.

No direct flights · 4 connection options From 15h 38m
ZRHPENPVG

Zurich to Penang at a glance

Fastest journey15h 38mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Shanghai or Hong Kong

Best ways to fly from Zurich to Penang

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
ZRH Shanghai (PVG) PEN
Leg 1: China Eastern Airlines, SWISS · Leg 2: China Eastern Airlines, Juneyao Air, Shanghai Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~18h 21m
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2
ZRH Hong Kong (HKG) PEN
Leg 1: Cathay Pacific, SWISS · Leg 2: Cathay Pacific, HK Express
One airline, one ticket ~17h 06m
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3
ZRH Dubai (DXB) PEN
Leg 1: Emirates, SWISS · Leg 2: flydubai
Self-transfer likely ~16h 02m
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4
ZRH Phuket (HKT) PEN
Leg 1: Edelweiss Air · Leg 2: Firefly
Self-transfer likely ~15h 38m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
9,695 km6,021 miles
Journey time
15h 38mestimate
Time difference
+7hPenang vs Zurich
Currency in Penang
MYR
Airports
ZRH → PEN

Flights from Zurich to Penang: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Zurich to Penang?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Shanghai, Hong Kong and Dubai. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Penang?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 15h 38m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 9,695 km.
Where do you change planes between Zurich and Penang?
The best connecting points are Shanghai (PVG), Hong Kong (HKG), Dubai (DXB) and Phuket (HKT). China Eastern Airlines flies both legs via Shanghai, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Zurich and Penang?
Zurich: Zürich Airport (ZRH). Penang: Penang International Airport (PEN).
What is the time difference between Zurich and Penang?
Penang is 7 hours ahead of Zurich.

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