Travelling from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
George Town is one hour ahead of Bangkok and follows the UTC+8 timezone.
Flights from BKK to PEN start from 11:15 — the first with Firefly. The last service of the day is at 19:30 with Thai Airways International. In total, there are 13 weekly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Get to the airport on time to board your BKK to PEN flight.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Firefly has direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in George Town — and maybe even more of Malaysia if you have time.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Firefly on this route.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate for BKK to PEN flights is Thai Airways International.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Top stopovers between BKK and PEN include:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
Phuket International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport flight is Rs13,323. A round-trip ticket is currently Rs22,934. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
Score cheap tickets from BKK to PEN by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a change in price on cheap flights from BKK to PEN.
Secure the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
67.87% of flights taking off from Suvarnabhumi Airport make it to their destination on time.
To reach Suvarnabhumi Airport from central Bangkok, it'll take about 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near BKK. Whether you have an early flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
If you're coming in on a late Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed shortly after at one of these options near PEN:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Penang International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from ASIA CAR, Paradise or Hawk and explore beyond George Town's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Penang International Airport around four weeks ahead.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang International Airport is roughly 18 kilometres from the centre of George Town. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
The quietest month for a flight from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to George Town based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with the temperature ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
Search for cheap tickets from BKK to PEN in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many places in Malaysia waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of George Town. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
If you're eager to discover another side of Malaysia, consider Kuala Lumpur, about 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park are key reasons to visit.