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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Bangkok to Penang? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
George Town.P4,942 per passenger.Departing Sat, 9 May, returning Sun, 10 May.Return flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departs from Don Mueang on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departs from Penang on Sun, 10 May, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P4,942, select.
George Town.P5,012 per passenger.Departing Fri, 20 Mar, returning Mon, 30 Mar.Return flight with Thai AirAsia and Thai LionAir.Outbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Don Mueang on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departs from Penang on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,012, select.
George Town.P5,118 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun, returning Sun, 14 Jun.Return flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departs from Don Mueang on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departs from Penang on Sun, 14 Jun, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,118, select.
George Town.P5,186 per passenger.Departing Fri, 10 Jul, returning Sun, 12 Jul.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Don Mueang on Fri, 10 Jul, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Penang on Sun, 12 Jul, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,186, select.
George Town.P5,186 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Aug, returning Tue, 18 Aug.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Don Mueang on Sat, 15 Aug, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Penang on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,186, select.
George Town.P5,190 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Wed, 18 Nov.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Don Mueang on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Penang on Wed, 18 Nov, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,190, select.
George Town.P5,207 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Thai AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Don Mueang on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai AirAsia departs from Penang on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,207, select.
George Town.P5,426 per passenger.Departing Sat, 4 Apr, returning Sun, 5 Apr.Return flight with Thai LionAir.Outbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departs from Don Mueang on Sat, 4 Apr, arriving in Penang.Inbound direct flight with Thai LionAir departs from Penang on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Don Mueang.Price includes taxes and charges.From P5,426, select.
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Cheapest dealP4,942
Cheapest monthMay
Average flight duration1 hour and 49 minutes
Most popular airlineThai AirAsia

Find the cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Penang

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Bangkok to Penang flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Dec
from P7,157
Jan
from P6,144
Feb
from P7,105
Mar
from P5,012
Apr
from P5,426
May
from P4,942
Jun
from P5,118
Jul
from P5,186
Aug
from P5,186
Sep
from P7,524
Oct
from P5,207

Direct flights from Bangkok to Penang

Bangkok to Penang: Alternative routes

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

Finding cheap flights from Bangkok to Penang: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Bangkok to Penang is P4,942. 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 49 minutes is the average flight time from Bangkok to Penang.
Thai AirAsia, Lufthansa and Turkish Airlines fly direct from Bangkok to Penang.
As of November 2025, there are 108 flights per week flying from Bangkok to Penang.
The cheapest month to fly from Bangkok to Penang is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Bangkok to Penang Airport on Saturday, 9 May 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 49 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Penang is Thai LionAir .

Flying from Bangkok to Penang International Airport (PEN): What you need to know

  • There are a couple of airports where your trip can begin in Bangkok. Explore your options departing from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) when planning your flight from Bangkok to Penang International Airport (PEN).

  • Take a direct Bangkok to Penang International Airport flight and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 50 minutes.

  • George Town is one hour ahead of Bangkok. Penang International Airport is located in George Town, which is in the UTC+8 timezone.

  • With 14 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Penang International Airport (PEN) is the busiest route. Firefly operates the earliest flight at 11:45am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from BKK to PEN is with Thai Airways International at 7:30pm.

  • Your flight from Bangkok to PEN won't wait if you're running late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • During high season, expect longer queues and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Bangkok

Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

  • Get there in one go from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Direct flights from Bangkok to Penang International Airport (PEN) operate from here.

  • When departing from BKK, you can catch a direct flight from Bangkok to Penang International Airport with Firefly.

  • The most frequently booked airline between BKK and PEN is Firefly.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Thai Airways International.

  • Travelling from central Bangkok to BKK takes around 1 hour 5 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Bangkok to Penang International Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near Suvarnabhumi Airport:

  • 67.87% of flights that take off from Suvarnabhumi Airport arrive at their destination on time.

Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)

  • You can book a direct Bangkok to Penang International Airport (PEN) plane ticket out of Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Check if flying out of DMK makes more sense for your journey.

  • Get on your direct flight from Bangkok to PEN with Thai AirAsia. This is one of the top carriers operating this route out of DMK.

  • On the DMK to PEN route, Thai AirAsia is the preferred choice of many.

  • The most punctual carrier is Thai AirAsia. Its Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport flights land as scheduled 69.67% of the time.

  • DMK is about 27 kilometres from central Bangkok. It'll take you 30 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Bangkok to PEN flight? Relax in a hotel near Don Mueang International Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:

  • Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 66.48%. This figure shows how often flights that depart from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.

About Penang International Airport (PEN)

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Penang International Airport is P2,595. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P4,942. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares can change.

  • To snag cheap flights from Bangkok to PEN, book your plane ticket one month before your planned departure.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing a great bargain on Bangkok to Penang International Airport tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across each month.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Bangkok to PEN by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when fares go down.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Bangkok to Penang International Airport.

The best time to fly from Bangkok to Penang International Airport (PEN)

  • Think about the pace you're looking for when planning the timing of your trip. February is the quietest month to go to George Town. August is when most people book flights from Bangkok to Penang International Airport (PEN), which may be perfect if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • When booking your Bangkok to PEN plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. March is the warmest month in George Town, with temperatures ranging from 23ºC (73ºF) to 33ºC (91ºF).

  • January has temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Bangkok to Penang International Airport around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about George Town

  • After booking your flight from Bangkok to Penang International Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring George Town:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. George Town, Malaysia UNESCO AREA, Georgetown Heritage site and George Town are top sights which should feature on any well-planned George Town itinerary.

Explore more of Malaysia

  • George Town is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia waiting to be explored. About 241 kilometres north-east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep you on the go. Start with attractions like Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Masjid Al Karomah.

  • Kuala Lumpur is another favourite destination in Malaysia and is around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town. No trip is complete without a visit to PETRONAS Tower 2, Petronas Twin Towers and Petronas Tower take photo point.

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