Tranquil view of sailboats and yachts in Phuket, Thailand with a warm sunset horizon. — flights from Penang to Phuket
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Flights from Penang to Phuket

Nonstop flights from Penang (PEN) to Phuket (HKT) take about 59m (381 km). AirAsia and Firefly fly it. Lowest fare seen: $41 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Phuket

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Tranquil view of sailboats and yachts in Phuket, Thailand with a warm sunset horizon. — arriving in Phuket

Airport transfer

HKT → Phuket, booked before you fly

A private driver meets you in arrivals at a price agreed when you book. Book with Welcome Pickups.

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Penang →2 lounges at Penang AirportTrains, buses and taxi faresHKT to Phuket: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Phuket →1 drop-off point

Things to book in Phuket

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Airlines flying Penang to Phuket

Carriers on PEN–HKT according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ AirAsianonstop fare seen✈ Fireflynonstop fare seen

Penang to Phuket fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Nov 2026, from $47 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$5130 Oct 2026 · AirAsia—
Nov 2026$474 Nov 2026 · AirAsia—
Dec 2026$502 Dec 2026 · AirAsia—
Jan 2027$504 Jan 2027 · AirAsia—
Feb 2027$481 Feb 2027 · AirAsia—
Mar 2027$828 Mar 2027 · AirAsia—

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $47 for November 2026, $48 at best after that.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Penang to Phuket, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Phuket

Based on weather and travel conditions in Thailand

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The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Peak season: November – February

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Frequently asked questions — Penang to Phuket flights

How long is the flight from Penang to Phuket?
A nonstop flight from Penang (PEN) to Phuket (HKT) takes about 59m, covering 381 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Penang from Phuket by air?
The great-circle distance between Penang International Airport and Phuket International Airport is 381 km (237 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Penang to Phuket?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the PEN–HKT route include AirAsia and Firefly. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Penang to Phuket cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on PEN–HKT was $41 USD with AirAsia (nonstop), departing 22 Nov 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Phuket?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $47 one-way, against $82 for March 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Do I need a visa to travel from Malaysia to Thailand?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter Thailand visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Phuket?
The cool, dry season (November–February) is ideal — sunny skies, low humidity, and comfortable temperatures around 25–30°C. The monsoon (May–October) brings heavy rain especially in the south.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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