Flying from Penang Airport (PEN) to Krabi Airport (KBV): what you need to know
Krabi's timezone is UTC+7, making Krabi one hour behind George Town.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your PEN to KBV flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Penang Airport to Krabi Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Here's where you can stop between PEN and KBV:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport
Don Mueang Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang Airport (PEN) to Krabi Airport (KBV)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang Airport to Krabi Airport flight is $104. A round-trip ticket is currently $200. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from PEN to KBV, book early. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll find the cheapest price in each month when searching for a flight from Penang Airport to Krabi Airport.
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Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)
68% of flights leaving from Penang Airport reach their destination on time.
Penang Airport is about 16 kilometres from central George Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take you 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 55 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel near PEN? If you're boarding an early flight from Penang Airport to Krabi Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Krabi Airport (KBV)
If you're arriving on a late Penang Airport to Krabi Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these options near KBV:
Hit the road running by picking up a Krabi Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Drive Car Rental, Hertz or Thai Rent a Car and explore beyond Krabi's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your vehicle from Krabi Airport around four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Krabi Airport (KBV) to central Krabi
From Krabi Airport, Krabi is approximately 14 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre by public transport takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to Krabi Airport (KBV)
Travel to Krabi in peak season if you want a livelier atmosphere, but keep in mind prices tend to be higher. Alternatively, book flights from Penang Airport to Krabi Airport in the low season for a slower pace and better deals.
When booking your flight from Penang Airport to Krabi Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. March is the warmest month in Krabi, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC (75ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PEN to KBV in January. Average temperatures are between 24ºC (75ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Thailand
You've done Krabi, now it's time to discover more of what Thailand has to offer. Around 129 kilometres north, Surat Thani is a must-visit city that features leading sights like Ang Thong National Marine Park.
Eager to see Hat Khanom - Mu Koh Thale Tai National Park? Then head over to Nakhon Si Thammarat. Another fascinating destination in Thailand, it's around 121 kilometres east of Krabi.