Flying from Penang Airport (PEN) to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC): what you need to know
Phu Quoc is one hour behind George Town and follows the UTC+7 timezone.
To ensure you get on your PEN to PQC flight, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport. These are the top stopovers between PEN and PQC:
Kuala Lumpur International Airport
Hong Kong Intl Airport
Ho Chi Minh City Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Penang Airport (PEN) to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport flight is $159. A return ticket is currently $355. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from PEN to PQC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when searching for a flight from Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from PEN to PQC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport.
Handy information about Penang Airport (PEN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Penang Airport, 68% of flights complete their journey on time.
Penang Airport is around 16 kilometres from central George Town. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of around 55 minutes on public transport.
Taking an early flight from Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to PEN:
Arriving at Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
If you have a late Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these options near PQC:
Getting from Phu Quoc Airport (PQC) to central Phu Quoc
Phu Quoc Airport to central Phu Quoc has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.
Travelling on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC)
August is the most popular month for flights from Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit Phu Quoc in March.
Book your flight from Penang Airport to Phu Quoc Airport for May if you'd like to go to Phu Quoc during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC and 31ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from PEN to PQC in January. Average temperatures are between 23ºC and 29ºC then.
Explore more of Vietnam
You've done Phu Quoc, now it's time to explore more of Vietnam. Travel about 322 kilometres east to Biên Hòa to tick off its popular sights. From Cat Tien National Park to Ecotourism Dream Garden and Lâm Viên Biên Hoà, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you want to check out another great destination in Vietnam, head for Can Tho, about 193 kilometres east of Phu Quoc. Cai Rang Floating Market, Chợ nổi and Chợ Nổi Cái Răng are key reasons to visit.