Penang’s tourism industry is poised for a major boost with IndiGo Airlines’ announcement of a new daily direct flight between Chennai and Penang, according to Penang State Tourism and Creative Economy Committee (PETACE) Chairman Wong Hon Wai. He emphasized that the launch marks an important step in strengthening Penang’s connections with India. This initiative follows his visit to India earlier this year, where he actively promoted Penang’s tourism and business opportunities and explored potential collaborations with Indian tourism partners, including the low-cost carrier IndiGo.
With direct flights now linking India to Kuala Lumpur, Langkawi, and Penang, IndiGo is not only boosting tourism but also strengthening the trade relationship between India and Malaysia. India ranks as Malaysia’s fifth-largest source market, and these new routes are set to further enhance both economic and cultural exchanges. IndiGo, which already operates several flights to Malaysia, will provide a faster and more convenient travel option with its new Chennai-Penang service, reducing travel time from 7 hours to just 4. Additionally, Chennai will act as a key hub for travelers from Bengaluru, Delhi, Kolkata, and Mumbai on their way to Penang.
Travelers looking to plan their journey can make bookings through IndiGo’s official website or via the airline’s mobile application.
