Bangkok to Penang flights
Direct and connecting flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Penang International Airport (PEN) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Bangkok to Penang take?
Flight time from Bangkok (BKK) to Penang (PEN) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Bangkok to Penang?
Airline availability for BKK to PEN changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Bangkok to Penang?
Direct (nonstop) availability on BKK to PEN varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- UPS5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
- Thai Airways International5-yr attributed events: 1Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| UPS | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Thai Airways International | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning BKK → PEN
BKK to PEN is a short-haul route of 934 km (580 mi). See the return PEN → BKK route.
Alternative airports near Bangkok: Bangkok (DMK) — 30 km, Nakhon Pathom (KDT) — 101 km, Pattaya (UTP) — 115 km.
Alternative airports near Penang: Butterworth (BWH) — 23 km, Alor Setar (AOR) — 100 km.