Travelling from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 50 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Bangkok is one hour behind George Town and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
Flights from PEN to BKK start at 08:05 — the earliest with Thai Airways International. The last departure is at 09:25 with Firefly. In total, you can take your pick of 90 weekly Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flights.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your PEN to BKK flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Firefly is your ticket to exploring Bangkok (and perhaps some other great corners of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport offered by this carrier.
Firefly is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Thai Airways International is the most punctual carrier operating PEN to BKK flights. An exceptional 90.16% of its services on this route land on time.
If you want to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Here are the top stopovers between PEN and BKK:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Phuket International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang International Airport (PEN) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Right now, 31 € is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 71 €. Remember that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Score cheap tickets from PEN to BKK by booking at least six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.
Landing cheap flights from PEN to BKK is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as fares go down.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
Handy information about Penang International Airport (PEN)
Of all flights departing from Penang International Airport, 69.54% touch down on time at their destination.
To get to Penang International Airport from central George Town, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near PEN:
Arriving at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near BKK instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Suvarnabhumi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Chic Car Rent, asap car hire or Hertz to explore Bangkok and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride from Suvarnabhumi Airport around four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok
From Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 1 hour 5 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
The quietest month for a flight from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Bangkok based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from Penang International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport for April if you'd like to explore Bangkok during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 37ºC (99ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from PEN to BKK in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF) on average.
Explore more of Thailand
Udon Thani is just one of the many cities in Thailand waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Bangkok. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Nong Prajak Public Park, Krom Luang Prachaksinlapakhom Monument and Chinesisches Tor.
Chon Buri is another favourite destination in Thailand and is around 64 kilometres south-east of Bangkok. No trip is complete without seeing Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall.
