Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Take a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Bangkok and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
The timezone in Bangkok is UTC+7. The city is one hour behind George Town, where Penang International Airport is located.
The most popular route is from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Take your pick of 17 services every week between these two airports. If you'd like to get on your way as soon as you can, the earliest flight from PEN to DMK is the 11:00 Thai Lion Air service. If you prefer travelling later, the final departure is at 21:15 with Thai AirAsia.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. That way, you won't have to rush to catch your PEN to Bangkok flight.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Direct Penang International Airport to Bangkok tickets are available for booking. Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) is where you'll be touching down.
You'll have your pick of airlines offering direct flights from Penang International Airport to Bangkok. Book your seat with one of these:
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper plane ticket from PEN to Bangkok. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' during your search. Break up your journey by stopping at one of these popular airports:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Located around 14 kilometres from the centre of George Town, PEN can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to PEN? If you've booked an early flight from Penang International Airport to Bangkok, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Of the departures from Penang International Airport, 68% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Bangkok
$86 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang International Airport to Bangkok flight. A return plane ticket right now is $206. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from PEN to Bangkok. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer your departure date, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you have flexibility with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across every month when looking for your Penang International Airport to Bangkok ticket.
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Airports in Bangkok
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK)
The distance from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is roughly 31 kilometres. It takes about 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Penang International Airport to Bangkok. Stay at one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from PEN to Bangkok.
Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
Central Bangkok is about 24 kilometres from Bangkok Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Once your flight from Penang International Airport to Bangkok has touched down and you've made your way out of the airport, the drive should take about 35 minutes.
The trip will take about 1 hour 5 minutes on public transport.
Hang up the 'Do not disturb' sign and relax at a hotel close to DMK. Here are a few options where you can take a load off after your PEN to Bangkok flight:
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from DMK three weeks ahead of time. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Bangkok
February is the busiest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Bangkok. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Bangkok in May.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with temperatures ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Book your Penang International Airport to Bangkok plane ticket then if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from PEN to Bangkok in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC and 34ºC on average.
More about Bangkok
Once you've booked your flight from Penang International Airport to Bangkok, find a hotel that offers both comfort and a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Bangkok:
Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Wat Phra Kaew, Grand Palace and Songkran Festival Silom are attractions you won't want to skip in Bangkok.
Explore more of Thailand
Bangkok has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of Thailand you'll want to see. About 467 kilometres northeast of Bangkok, a trip to Udon Thani will keep you busy. Don't miss top attractions like Thai-Chinese Cultural Centre, Wat Pho Chai and Wat Burapa Wanaram.
If you want to check out another major destination in Thailand, consider Nakhon Ratchasima, roughly 225 kilometres northeast of Bangkok. Night Safari Korat, Wat Chai Mongkol and Wat Na Pha That are key reasons to visit.