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Flight deals from Phuket to Penang

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Phuket to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.Rs15,418 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Sep.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Fri, 26 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,418, select.
George Town.Rs15,418 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,418, select.
George Town.Rs15,437 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Oct.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Fri, 10 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,437, select.
George Town.Rs15,437 per passenger.Departing Sun, 30 Nov.One-way flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Sun, 30 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,437, select.
George Town.Rs15,779 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,779, select.
George Town.Rs16,153 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Jan.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Wed, 21 Jan, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,153, select.
George Town.Rs16,153 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Mar.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Wed, 4 Mar, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,153, select.
George Town.Rs16,307 per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Feb.One-way flight with AirAsia.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Phuket on Tue, 3 Feb, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs16,307, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phuket to Penang flights are currently cheapest in September.
Aug
from Rs15,779
Sep
from Rs15,418
Oct
from Rs15,437
Nov
from Rs15,437
Dec
from Rs15,418
Jan
from Rs16,153
Feb
from Rs16,307
Mar
from Rs16,153
Apr
from Rs16,566
May
from Rs16,687
Jun
from Rs16,976
Jul
from Rs37,652

Direct flights from Phuket to Penang

Phuket to Penang: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Phuket to George Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Penang.

Phuket to George Town: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs15,418
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 6 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week47

Finding cheap flights from Phuket to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Phuket to Penang is Rs27,227. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 6 minutes is the average flight time from Phuket to Penang.
Alaska Airlines, Qatar Airways and jetBlue fly direct from Phuket to Penang.
As of August 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from Phuket to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Penang is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phuket Airport to Penang Airport on Sunday, 5 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 6 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Penang but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to George Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Firefly offers the cheapest flight tickets to Penang.

Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • George Town is one hour ahead of Phuket and follows the UTC+8 timezone.

  • Choose from 15 weekly Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport flights. The 14:35 departure with Firefly is the earliest flight available. Qatar Airways operates the latest service of the day at 15:45.

  • Your HKT to PEN flight won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.

  • Firefly has direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in George Town — and maybe even more of Malaysia if your schedule allows.

  • Firefly has the highest passenger demand on this route.

  • Qatar Airways ranks as the leading on-time carrier for HKT to PEN flights, with 85.25% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between HKT and PEN include:

    • Kuala Lumpur International Airport

    • Don Mueang International Airport

    • Changi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Rs15,418 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Return flights start from Rs27,227. These fares may change based on demand and availability.

  • Get cheap tickets from HKT to PEN by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible travel schedule.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from HKT to PEN is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when there's a better deal.

  • Select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport.

Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)

  • 65.93% of flights that leave from Phuket International Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • Central Phuket to Phuket International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 50 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near HKT. Whether you have an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)

Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town

  • From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit 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. Book your flights from Phuket International Airport to Penang International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HKT to PEN in January. Temperatures average between 23ºC and 31ºC then.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • George Town has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia just waiting to be explored. About 225 kilometres east of George Town, a trip to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with leading attractions like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.

  • Kuala Lumpur is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No trip is complete without dropping by Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.

Plan the rest of your trip from Phuket to George Town

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.