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Cheap flights from Penang to Bangkok from RM 173

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PEN — BKK
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Penang Intl to Bangkok are usually found in June or August, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Penang to Bangkok

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Penang (PEN) to Bangkok (TH1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 337

One-way from

RM 173

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

RM 505
Firefly
  • Firefly
  • 3/3-5/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Penang to Bangkok
Firefly
  • Firefly
  • 3/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 50m total
  • Penang to Bangkok
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (RM 252 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 54 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Penang to Bangkok
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Penang to Bangkok. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Mon 3/310:00PEN - BKK
Nonstop1h 50mFirefly
Wed 5/311:45BKK - PEN
Nonstop1h 50mFirefly
Deal found 20/2RM 337
Sat 22/316:45PEN - DMK
Nonstop1h 50mThai AirAsia
Wed 26/310:55DMK - PEN
Nonstop1h 45mThai AirAsia
Deal found 20/2RM 390
Fri 25/411:00PEN - DMK
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 27/410:50DMK - PEN
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2RM 407
Sat 22/310:00PEN - BKK
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Wed 26/309:15BKK - PEN
1 stop6h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2RM 412
Fri 4/714:30PEN - DMK
1 stop5h 45mBatik Air
Sun 6/720:15DMK - PEN
1 stop17h 25mBatik Air
Deal found 19/2RM 554
Mon 3/310:25PEN - BKK
1 stop10h 00mScoot
Wed 5/311:50BKK - PEN
1 stop8h 20mScoot
Deal found 20/2RM 598
Sat 22/207:20PEN - BKK
1 stop11h 20mMalaysia Airlines
Mon 24/205:40BKK - PEN
1 stop5h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 20/2RM 788
Sun 6/411:00PEN - DMK
Nonstop1h 45mThai Lion Air
Sun 13/407:05DMK - PEN
Nonstop1h 55mThai Lion Air
Deal found 19/2RM 908
Mon 24/1108:05PEN - BKK
Nonstop1h 45mThai Airways
Sun 30/1119:30BKK - PEN
Nonstop1h 50mThai Airways
Deal found 20/2RM 1,594
Sun 6/421:25PEN - BKK
1 stop12h 15mJetstar Asia
Sun 13/413:20BKK - PEN
1 stop6h 25mJetstar Asia
Deal found 19/2RM 1,692
Thu 13/313:00PEN - BKK
2 stops23h 55mShenzhen Airlines
Mon 17/319:30BKK - PEN
1 stop15h 30mShenzhen Airlines
Deal found 20/2RM 2,298
Wed 5/300:25PEN - BKK
1 stop16h 05mJuneyao Airlines
Sun 9/301:50BKK - PEN
1 stop20h 35mJuneyao Airlines
Deal found 20/2RM 2,365

Find flights from Penang to Bangkok within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Penang to Bangkok that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 407,431 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Penang

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Bangkok

Route

Departure

Return

Price

PenangBangkok

PEN - BKK

PENBKK

Penang Intl

Mon 3/3

10:00-10:50

Nonstop1h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 5/3

11:45-14:35

Nonstop1h 50m

RM 337

PenangBangkok

PEN - DMK

PENDMK

Penang Intl

Sat 22/3

16:45-17:35

Nonstop1h 50m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Wed 26/3

10:55-13:40

Nonstop1h 45m

RM 390

PenangBangkok

PEN - DMK

PENDMK

Penang Intl

Fri 25/4

11:00-11:45

Nonstop1h 45m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 27/4

10:50-13:35

Nonstop1h 45m

RM 407

PenangBangkok

PEN - BKK

PENBKK

Penang Intl

Sat 22/3

10:00-10:50

Nonstop1h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Wed 26/3

09:15-16:25

1 stop6h 10m

RM 412

PenangBangkok

PEN - DMK

PENDMK

Penang Intl

Fri 4/7

14:30-19:15

1 stop5h 45m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 6/7

20:15-14:40

1 stop17h 25m

RM 554

PenangBangkok

PEN - BKK

PENBKK

Penang Intl

Sat 26/4

11:20-09:50

1 stop23h 30m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Tue 29/4

09:05-16:10

1 stop6h 05m

RM 558

PenangBangkok

PEN - BKK

PENBKK

Penang Intl

Thu 6/3

15:30-19:20

1 stop4h 50m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 10/3

05:40-14:50

1 stop8h 10m

RM 788

PenangBangkok

PEN - DMK

PENDMK

Penang Intl

Sun 6/4

11:00-11:45

Nonstop1h 45m

Bangkok Don Mueang Intl

Sun 13/4

07:05-10:00

Nonstop1h 55m

RM 908

PenangBangkok

PEN - BKK

PENBKK

Penang Intl

Sun 6/4

21:25-08:40

1 stop12h 15m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Sun 13/4

13:20-20:45

1 stop6h 25m

RM 1,692

PenangBangkok

PEN - BKK

PENBKK

Penang Intl

Thu 13/3

13:00-11:55

2 stops23h 55m

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi

Mon 17/3

19:30-12:00

1 stop15h 30m

RM 2,298

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Best time to book a flight from Penang to Bangkok

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Travel insights for flights from Penang to Bangkok

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Penang to Bangkok including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Penang to Bangkok?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Penang to Bangkok. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Penang to Bangkok, you should look to book at least 49 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Penang to Bangkok?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Bangkok (average of RM 90). Flying from Penang to Bangkok in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 130). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PEN to BKK?

Find hourly flight availability from Penang to Bangkok. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Penang to Bangkok in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 69% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Penang to Bangkok?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Penang to Bangkok. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Penang to Bangkok flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Penang to Bangkok

Explore weekly flight availability from Penang to Bangkok. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

The most flights from PEN to TH1 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Bangkok by month

Plan your trip to Bangkok by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Bangkok ranges from 10.0 - 320.0 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 320.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Bangkok when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Bangkok by month

Plan your trip to Bangkok by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Bangkok, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 30.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 26.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Bangkok

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Bangkok. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Bangkok. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Garuda Indonesia, Thai Airways and Thai AirAsia from Penang to Bangkok by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.6

Reviews

1 / 2

10.0
Excellent

Piero,Sept 2024

SYD - DPS

I had a pleasant experience with the cabin staff, who were attentive, friendly, and accommodating throughout the flight. Their professionalism made the journey more comfortable. The food and beverage were well-presented, and delicious, perfectly meeting my expectations. I appreciated that the airline accommodated dietary preferences (Seafood Meal), which enhanced my overall experience. I am writing this feedback on behalf of my friends and family who traveled in the economy class. We strongly believe that there is a splendid opportunity to further enrich the economy class experience by introducing a new feature for purchase, drawing inspiration from your existing product, 'Garuda Priority Service.' 1. Enhanced Meal Options Introduce a premium meal selection for purchase in the economy class. This would allow economy class passengers to relish business class meals. Providing the option to savor premium meals would undoubtedly elevate the travel experience for passengers. 2. Upgraded Amenity Kits Offer economy class passengers the opportunity to purchase enhanced amenity kits, inclusive of noise-canceling headphones and other amenities akin to those provided in the business class. The provision of these upgraded amenity kits would significantly enhance the in-flight comfort and overall experience for economy class travelers. 3. Displaying the menu on the in-flight entertainment screen would be helpful. 4. Implementing a system similar to Tapendium, where passengers can order snacks, beverages, and other items directly from the in-flight entertainment screen, would further enhance the passenger experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Penang to Bangkok. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Penang to Bangkok?

    Most people fly from Penang Intl (PEN) if they book a flight from Penang to Bangkok. On average, Penang Intl has 5 outbound flights to Bangkok per day from 7 airlines. Penang Intl is conveniently located just 14.5 km from Penang’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Penang to Bangkok round-trip?

    Currently priced at RM 337, Firefly will fly you from Penang to Bangkok and back. In addition to Firefly, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Thai AirAsia and Batik Air - these airlines can fly you to your destination from RM 390 and RM 585, respectively. Firefly is currently priced 24% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Penang to Bangkok one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Penang to Bangkok are Firefly (RM 173), Thai AirAsia (RM 182), and Thai Lion Air (RM 195).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Penang to Bangkok?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Penang to Bangkok on time: Thai Airways (93%), Austrian Airlines (93%), Turkish Airlines (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Penang to Bangkok?

    On average you can expect to pay RM 2,201 for a flight from Penang to Bangkok. The cheapest flight overall is RM 68 while the most popular route, (Penang Intl - Bangkok Suvarnabhumi) is currently priced at RM 137.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Penang to Bangkok that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Penang to Bangkok flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Penang to Bangkok?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Penang to Bangkok.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Penang to Bangkok?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Penang to Bangkok by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Penang to Bangkok?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Penang to Bangkok (average of RM 90). Flying from Penang to Bangkok in December is currently the most expensive (average of RM 130). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Batik AirCheapestRM 134AverageRM 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Thai Lion AirCheapestRM 136AverageRM 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FireflyCheapestRM 233AverageRM 426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Thai AirAsiaCheapestRM 322AverageRM 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time87%
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AirAsiaCheapestRM 437AverageRM 707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time66%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 446AverageRM 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Thai AirwaysCheapestRM 633AverageRM 856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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