Travelling from Samui International Airport (USM) to Penang Airport (PEN): what you need to know
George Town's timezone is UTC+8, which makes George Town one hour ahead of Koh Samui.
To ensure you catch your USM to PEN flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as December? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Samui International Airport (USM) to Penang Airport (PEN)
$251 is the lowest price for a one-way Samui International Airport to Penang Airport flight. A return flight starts at $516. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from USM to PEN if you book ahead. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Samui International Airport to Penang Airport across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Samui International Airport to Penang Airport.
Handy information about Samui International Airport (USM)
Samui International Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 83% of flights that take off from USM reach their destination without delay.
Central Koh Samui to Samui International Airport is around 11 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport takes roughly 30 minutes.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to USM? If you're catching an early flight from Samui International Airport to Penang Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Penang Airport (PEN)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Samui International Airport to Penang Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near PEN instead:
Grab a Penang Airport rental car and discover George Town and beyond with your own set of wheels. ASIA CAR, Paradise and Hawk are well-known companies you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Penang Airport about four weeks before your trip.
Getting from Penang Airport (PEN) to central George Town
Penang Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central George Town. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Penang Airport (PEN)
April is the busiest month for flights from Samui International Airport to Penang Airport. To skip the crowds, visit George Town in March.
The warmest month in George Town is March, with temperatures ranging between 23ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Samui International Airport to Penang Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Look for cheap tickets from USM to PEN in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 23ºC and 31ºC on average.
Explore more of Malaysia
Kota Bharu is just one of the many cities in Malaysia waiting to be explored after you've seen George Town. Around 225 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Istana Negeri Kelantan, Museum Of Islamic Culture and Siti Khadijah Market.
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, Sky Terrace KL Tower and Warisan Merdeka Tower.
