On this page, you can book flights from George Town to Phuket. The 347 km route is served regularly, with a frequency of about 6 flights per week.
Flights on this route are operated by Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, and AirAsia. Fares are dynamic, so we recommend using the low-price calendar and checking in advance how to get to the departure airport and transportation options from Phuket airport.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for George Town — Phuket by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 139 in e, and the most expensive are around AED 322 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
George Town → Phuket, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 349 | high | May | AED 233 | low | Sep | AED 219 | low |
| Feb | AED 326 | medium | Jun | AED 224 | low | Oct | AED 228 | low |
| Mar | AED 303 | medium | Jul | AED 224 | low | Nov | AED 270 | medium |
| Apr | AED 279 | medium | Aug | AED 228 | low | Dec | AED 335 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Phuket is characterized by consistently high temperatures. April is considered the hottest month, with an average high of 29.6°C, while the heaviest rainfall occurs in September and October, when the number of wet days reaches 25–28 per month.
Budget flight options are most frequently found in October, when prices start AED 139. Peak pricing is recorded in December and June, where fares can reach AED 284 and AED 276 respectively.
January is ideal for travel: this period sees dry weather (22 sunny days), and flights will cost AED 168. It is best to avoid September due to maximum precipitation, despite the moderate prices.
Flights from George Town to Phuket are operated by 3 airlines, with Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, and AirAsia being the primary carriers. Direct flights are available on this route, ensuring minimum travel time between the cities. You can find detailed information about schedules for specific days of the week and routing options in the interactive list below.
Flights George Town — Phuket depart from Penang International Airport and arrive at Phuket International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is only 347 km. A direct flight lasts approximately 50–60 minutes, making this route one of the fastest ways to get from Malaysia to Thailand.
Regular flights are operated by Firefly, Malaysia Airlines, and the low-cost carrier AirAsia. In total, there are about 6 flights per week on this route.
Flights depart from Penang International Airport (PEN) and land at Phuket International Airport (HKT).
The lowest prices are usually available when booking several weeks before departure. We recommend checking the low-price calendar on this page to find the best deals for specific dates.
For citizens of the Russian Federation visiting Thailand for tourism purposes, a visa-free regime is in place for up to 60 days. Be sure to check your passport's expiration date before purchasing a ticket.
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