Direct Flight from Chennai to Penang Launched

Montag, 13.01.2025
The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) offers a new direct flight between Chennai and Penang by IndiGo, launched on December 21, 2024. It's goal is to strengthen ties between India and Penang, fostering growth in tourism and business opportunities.
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The new Chennai-Penang route brings Penang’s network of direct international flights to a total of 19. Picture: PCEB

The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau (PCEB) has announced the commencement of IndiGo’s direct flight from Chennai to Penang, which began operations on December 21, 2024. The new route marks an extension of PCEB’s efforts to improve connectivity with India and is expected to facilitate travel between the two regions for both leisure and business purposes.

Improved Connectivity for Travel and Business

With the addition of the Chennai-Penang route, Penang now offers direct international connections to 19 destinations, including cities across Asia and the Middle East. PCEB views this development as an opportunity to enhance accessibility for travelers and support the region’s business events sector. According to PCEB CEO Ashwin Gunasekeran, the initiative aligns with ongoing efforts to strengthen engagement with the Indian market, building on activities such as the Penang Roadshow, an annual event promoting the state’s tourism and economic offerings.