Singapore to George Town flights
George Town lies 602 km (374 mi) north-west of Singapore, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 31 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
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| Singapore | George Town | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Singapore | Malaysia |
| Population | 5.6 million | 158,336 |
| Elevation | 23 m (75 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+8 (Asia/Singapore) | UTC+8 (Asia/Kuala_Lumpur) |
| Nearest large airport | SIN, 17 km out | PEN, 14 km out |
What changes when you arrive in George Town
Crossing from Singapore into Malaysia: money changes from the Dollar to the Ringgit (MYR); the dialling code becomes +60; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q3086706.
Airports at each end
Leaving Singapore
Singapore is served by 5 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Singapore Changi Airport (SIN), 17 km (11 mi) from the centre, whose 13,123-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Hang Nadim International Airport (BTH, 35 km), Senai International Airport (JHB, 44 km), Seletar Airport (XSP, 14 km), Raja Haji Fisabilillah International Airport (TNJ, 86 km).
Arriving in George Town
George Town is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Penang International Airport (PEN), 14 km (9 mi) from the centre, whose 10,997-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (AOR, 87 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penang International Airport | PEN | 14 km (9 mi) | 10,997 ft | 11 ft |
| Sultan Abdul Halim Airport (regional) | AOR | 87 km (54 mi) | 9,005 ft | 15 ft |
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Common questions
How far is George Town from Singapore?
602 km (374 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Singapore.
How long does it take to get from Singapore to George Town by air?
About 1 h 31 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Singapore and George Town?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Singapore to George Town flights?
Typically Singapore Changi Airport (SIN) to Penang International Airport (PEN); George Town also has AOR.
What currency do I need in George Town?
The Ringgit (MYR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.