Travelling from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Penang International Airport (PEN): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.
George Town is one hour ahead of Bangkok and observes the UTC+8 timezone.
Take your pick of 97 weekly Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport flights. The 07:10 departure with Thai Lion Air is the earliest flight you can take. Thai AirAsia operates the last service of the day at 19:05.
Your DMK to PEN flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Jetting into George Town (and then discovering more of Malaysia!) is easy with Thai AirAsia. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport.
The airline with the highest number of bookings on this route is Thai AirAsia.
With 69.67% of services landing as planned, Thai AirAsia is the most punctual carrier offering DMK to PEN flights.
If you want to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DMK and PEN:
Phuket International Airport
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Changi International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Penang International Airport (PEN)
RM185 is currently the best price for a one-way Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Return flights start from RM356. These fares may change based on availability.
Score cheap tickets from DMK to PEN by booking seven months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.
The cheapest month for flights from Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Handy information about Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
When it comes to Don Mueang International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 66.48% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Bangkok to Don Mueang International Airport is approximately 27 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
The trip when using public transport takes roughly 1 hour 5 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to DMK? If you're catching an early flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Penang International Airport (PEN)
Consider staying in a hotel near PEN if you're taking a late Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Penang International Airport rental car and discover George Town and beyond with your own wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are popular outlets you can book with here.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from Penang International Airport around four weeks in advance.
Getting from Penang International Airport (PEN) to central George Town
From Penang International Airport, George Town is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Penang International Airport (PEN)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to George Town. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Don Mueang International Airport to Penang International Airport for March if you'd like to explore George Town during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 23ºC (73ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from DMK to PEN in January. Average temperatures are between 23ºC (73ºF) and 31ºC (88ºF) then.
Explore more of Malaysia
George Town is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of Malaysia you should also see. Around 225 kilometres east of George Town, a visit to Kota Bharu will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Pantai Cahaya Bulan, Siti Khadijah Market and Handicraft Village and Craft Museum, Kelantan.
Around 290 kilometres south-east of George Town, Kuala Lumpur is another essential stop in Malaysia. No visit is complete without checking out Petronas Twin Towers, KL Tower Mini Zoo and KLCC Park.