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Travelers usually depart from Phuket International, or Phuket Bus Station when they travel from Phuket City to Penang. The distance between Phuket City and Penang is 381 km. The most popular airlines for this route are AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Malaysia Airlines, Qatar Airways, and Thai Airways International. Phuket City and Penang have 146 direct flights per week.
Weekly direct flights
| Mondays | Tuesdays | Wednesdays | Thursdays | Fridays | Saturdays | Sundays | |
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| Direct flights | 1 | - | 2 | - | 2 | - | 2 |
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Firefly on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Malaysia Airlines on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays.
Check-in for a flight from Phuket City to Penang
| Name | Carrier code | IATA Code | Passport needed during booking | Online check-in available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AirAsia | AXM | AK | Yes | Opens 240 days before flight Closes 1 hours before flight |
| Thai AirAsia | AIQ | FD | Yes | Opens 240 days before flight Closes 1 hours before flight |
| Malaysia Airlines | MAS | MH | Yes | No |
| Qatar Airways | QTR | QR | Yes | 0 0 |
| Thai Airways International | THA | TG | No | No |
Malaysia COVID-19 travel restrictions
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- Travel is allowed
- No proof of a negative pre-departure COVID-19 test is required
- No quarantine is required
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Most travelers from Thailand can enter Malaysia, but there are restrictions.
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Learn more about COVID-19 restrictions in Malaysia in our dedicated Stories article.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to travel from Phuket City to Penang?
A one-way nonstop (direct) flight between Phuket City and Penang takes around 1.0 hours.
What is the flight distance between Phuket City and Penang?
The flight distance between Phuket City and Penang is 381 km.
What airlines offer nonstop (direct) flights between Phuket City and Penang?
Several carriers operate flights between Phuket City and Penang. Airlines offering nonstop (direct) flights include Firefly, Malaysia Airlines.
What are the most popular routes to and from Phuket City?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Phuket City and Bangkok, Chiang Rai Province, Chiang Mai, Ubon Ratchathani Province, Buriram Province, Khon Kaen, Hanoi, Phitsanulok, Sydney, Udon Thani, London, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Denpasar, Hong Kong, Pattaya, Roi Et Province, Singapore, Tokyo, Ko Samui.
What are the most popular routes to and from Penang?
Travelers frequently search for route combinations, such as Penang and Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Bangkok, Taipei, Kota Bharu, Johor Bahru, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Jakarta, Hong Kong, Kuala Terengganu, Bintulu, Melbourne, Manila, Kota Kinabalu, Tawau, Da Nang, Ko Samui, Phnom Penh, Chiang Mai.
What airports are near Phuket City?
The main airport in Phuket City is Phuket International. It is also served by Phuket International, Krabi, Surat Thani International, Ranong.
What airports are near Penang?
The main airport in Penang is Penang International. It is also served by Penang International, Hat Yai International, Sultan Azlan Shah, Sultan Abdul Halim.
Is it possible to combine flights, buses, and trains in one itinerary when traveling between Phuket City and Penang?
Yes, it's possible to combine different modes of transport between Phuket City and Penang thanks to our Virtual Interlining technology. Making use of not only flights but also trains and buses between Phuket City and Penang can give rise to new adventures. Read more about how Virtual Interlining works on Kiwi.com Stories.
What is Virtual Interlining and how do I use it?
Virtual Interlining provides a revolutionary way of traveling. You can combine different modes of transport like flights, trains, and buses into one itinerary. And this often saves money. Thanks to the world's largest carrier database, the Kiwi.com search function enables anyone to mix and match different modes of transport easily.
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- Ranong
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