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    "Key": "PEN-TH",
    "orig": {
      "code": "PEN",
      "type": "airport",
      "city": "Pulau Pinang",
      "fullCity": "Pulau Pinang, Malaysia",
      "airport": "Penang Intl Airport"
    },
    "dest": {
      "code": "TH",
      "type": "country",
      "country": "Thailand"
    },
    "faq": {
      "q0": {
        "question": "Which cities in Thailand can I fly to from Pulau Pinang?",
        "answer": "From Penang you can fly non-stop to Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi and Koh Samui. Bangkok is the main gateway for connections to Chiang Mai and other northern cities. Phuket and Krabi are best for beaches, while Koh Samui offers a quieter island vibe."
      },
      "q1": {
        "question": "How long is the flight from Pulau Pinang to Thailand?",
        "answer": "From Penang, non-stop flights to Bangkok take about 1 hour 45 minutes, while flights to Phuket can be as short as 1 hour 20 minutes. One-stop routings to destinations like Chiang Mai or Koh Samui typically range from 4 to 7 hours depending on the layover, and flight times are similar in both directions."
      },
      "q2": {
        "question": "Are there direct flights from Pulau Pinang to Thailand?",
        "answer": "Yes, there are non-stop flights from Penang to several cities in Thailand. You can fly directly to Bangkok with Thai AirAsia and Firefly, to Phuket with Firefly, and to Krabi with AirAsia. Flight times are short, typically around 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the destination."
      },
      "q3": {
        "question": "Which airlines fly from Pulau Pinang to Thailand?",
        "answer": "From Penang to Thailand you can fly AirAsia or Firefly non-stop, or connect with Malaysia Airlines, Thai Airways, or Scoot via their hubs."
      },
      "q6": {
        "question": "What are the most popular cities to visit in Thailand?",
        "answer": "From Penang, you can fly directly to Bangkok for grand palaces and street food, then connect to Chiang Mai for temples and hills, Phuket for beaches or Krabi for limestone cliffs and islands."
      },
      "q8": {
        "question": "Which airports in Thailand are best to fly into from Pulau Pinang?",
        "answer": "From Penang, the best airport to fly into in Thailand depends on your destination. Phuket and Bangkok Suvarnabhumi have the most flights, with Phuket being a short direct hop ideal for beaches. Bangkok offers more onward connections and trains to other regions. Krabi and Hat Yai are also options for regional travel, but have fewer flights."
      },
      "q12": {
        "question": "When is the best time of year to visit Thailand?",
        "answer": "For Thailand, the cool and dry season from November to February offers the most comfortable weather and is the best time to visit, though it is also the peak tourist period. The hot season from March to May can be intense, while the rainy season from June to October brings fewer crowds and lower prices but frequent showers."
      },
      "q13": {
        "question": "How do I get to Penang Intl Airport from the city center?",
        "answer": "From George Town, Rapid Penang public buses are the most popular and affordable way to reach Penang International Airport, with frequent services connecting the city center and the airport. Taxis and ride‑share services like Grab offer a faster, door‑to‑door alternative at a higher cost, while driving yourself is possible with parking available at the airport, though traffic can be heavy during peak hours.",
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport_in_Penang",
            "title": "Transport in Penang",
            "time_published": "2026-05-01T22:34:10Z"
          },
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transport%20in%20Penang",
            "title": "Transport in Penang",
            "time_published": "2025-07-22T11:26:25Z"
          },
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            "url": "http://airportdistancecalculator.com/penang-international-airport-pen-details.html",
            "title": "Penang International Airport (PEN) Details, Penang, Malaysia",
            "time_published": "2026-04-18T00:00:00Z"
          },
          {
            "url": "http://airportdistancecalculator.com/flight-sgn-to-pen.html",
            "title": "Distance From Ho Chi Minh City Airport to Penang International Airport (SGN - PEN Distance)",
            "time_published": "2026-04-17T00:00:00Z"
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            "url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Penang%20Sentral",
            "title": "Penang Sentral",
            "time_published": "2026-04-30T21:51:29Z"
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