Cheap Flights from George Town (PEN) to Phuket (HKT)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $155. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Phuket.$155 per passenger.Departing Mon, 10 Aug, returning Fri, 21 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia and Firefly.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Mon, 10 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $155, select.

Phuket.$158 per passenger.Departing Mon, 12 Oct, returning Wed, 14 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia and Firefly.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $158, select.

Phuket.$159 per passenger.Departing Sun, 6 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Firefly.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Sun, 6 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $159, select.

Phuket.$161 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Mar, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Mon, 29 Mar, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Phuket on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $161, select.

Phuket.$162 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Apr, returning Wed, 28 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Sun, 18 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Phuket on Wed, 28 Apr, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.

Phuket.$164 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Jul, returning Wed, 22 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia and Firefly.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Mon, 20 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Wed, 22 Jul, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $164, select.

Phuket.$165 per passenger.Departing Wed, 2 Sep, returning Fri, 2 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Phuket on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $165, select.

Phuket.$172 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 May, returning Fri, 28 May.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Mon, 24 May, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Phuket on Fri, 28 May, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $172, select.

Phuket.$175 per passenger.Departing Sun, 10 Jan, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Sun, 10 Jan, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $175, select.

Phuket.$179 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 3 May.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Fri, 30 Apr, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Phuket on Mon, 3 May, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $179, select.

Phuket.$180 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 2 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Phuket on Sun, 2 Aug, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $180, select.

Phuket.$183 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug, returning Sun, 13 Sep.Return flight with AirAsia and Firefly.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Sun, 13 Sep, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $183, select.

Phuket.$187 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Penang on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia departs from Phuket on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Phuket.$187 per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Sun, 22 Nov, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.

Phuket.$193 per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Feb, returning Sun, 7 Feb.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Malaysia Airlines departs from Penang on Wed, 3 Feb, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Sun, 7 Feb, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $193, select.

Phuket.$209 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with Firefly.Outbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Penang on Wed, 30 Dec, arriving in Phuket.Inbound direct flight with Firefly departs from Phuket on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Penang.Price includes taxes and charges.From $209, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Penang to Phuket

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Penang to Phuket flights are currently cheapest in August.

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George Town to Phuket: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$155
Cheapest month to fly	August
Average flight time	1 hr, 5 mins
Most popular airline	Malaysia Airlines
Average flights per week	42

Finding cheap flights from Penang to Phuket: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Penang to Phuket?

The best price we found for a return flight from Penang to Phuket is $155. 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.

How long does it take to fly from Penang to Phuket?

1 hour and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Penang to Phuket.

Which airlines fly direct from Penang to Phuket?

Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways and Iberia fly direct from Penang to Phuket.

How many flights are there a week from Penang to Phuket?

As of July 2026, there are 42 flights per week flying from Penang to Phuket.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Penang to Phuket?

The cheapest month to fly from Penang to Phuket is usually August.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport on Monday, 10 August 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 5 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Phuket?

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 Phuket 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.

When is the best time to book flights to Phuket?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phuket is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Penang Airport to Phuket with?

Currently, AirAsia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phuket.

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

Around 1 hour 5 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport.
Phuket is one hour behind George Town and observes the UTC+7 timezone.
Pack your bags and choose from nine weekly Penang Airport to Phuket Airport flights.
To ensure you get on your PEN to HKT flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Flying during a peak month such as April? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
You'll find a range of airlines operating direct flights from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Phuket adventure, let one of these carriers fly you to this exciting part of Thailand:
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Firefly on this route.
Qatar Airways is the most punctual carrier offering PEN to HKT flights. A reliable 92.16% of its services on this route arrive without delay.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between PEN and HKT include:
- Kuala Lumpur International Airport
- Singapore Changi Airport
- Don Mueang Airport

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

$64 is the best price for a one-way Penang Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Return flights start from $155. These fares may change depending on demand and availability.
Book one month before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from PEN to HKT.
June is the cheapest month for flights from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport. If you need to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from PEN to HKT couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport.

Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)

68% of flights that depart Penang Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To reach Penang Airport from central George Town, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to PEN? If you're boarding an early flight from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:

Arriving at Phuket Airport (HKT)

Consider staying in a hotel near HKT if you're catching a late Penang Airport to Phuket Airport flight. Pick one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Travel at your own pace with a Phuket Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Chic Car Rent and find adventure across Phuket and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride from Phuket Airport around three weeks in advance.

Getting from Phuket Airport (HKT) to central Phuket

Phuket Airport to the centre of Phuket has a drive time of around 45 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you around 1 hour 20 minutes.

When to fly to Phuket Airport (HKT)

January is the most popular month for flights from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Phuket in March.
When booking your flight from Penang Airport to Phuket Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Phuket, with temperatures ranging from 25ºC (77ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PEN to HKT in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 24ºC (75ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF) on average.

Explore more of Thailand

You've done Phuket, now it's time to explore more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 177 kilometres north-east, Surat Thani is a must-see city featuring top sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Ever wanted to explore Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then make your way to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another favourite destination in Thailand, it's around 177 kilometres east of Phuket.