Flying from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport (USM): What you need to know
Begin your trip planning by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport (USM). Explore your options for leaving from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang International Airport (DMK), the city's main airports.
The average length of a direct Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport flight is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Koh Samui Airport is located in Koh Samui. The city's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Bangkok.
With 168 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Koh Samui Airport (USM) is the busiest route. Bangkok Airways operates the earliest flight at 5:50am. If you prefer to make the most of your day before jetting off, the last departure from BKK to USM is with Bangkok Airways at 8:05pm.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Bangkok to USM.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for international journeys to stay on schedule.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) offers an easy route to your destination. Nonstop flights from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport (USM) can be booked from this terminal.
Bangkok Airways is a well-known airline that offers direct flights from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport leaving from BKK.
Most travellers prefer to book seats with Bangkok Airways between BKK and USM.
Among carriers operating on this route, Bangkok Airways has the highest percentage of on-time landings.
BKK is about 32 kilometres from central Bangkok. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour 5 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Suvarnabhumi Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Suvarnabhumi Airport, data shows 67.87% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
You can book a direct Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport (USM) flight ticket out of Don Mueang International Airport (DMK). Figure out if flying from DMK works better for your plans.
From DMK, direct flights from Bangkok to USM are offered by Bangkok Airways.
Bangkok Airways has the largest share of bookings on the DMK to USM route.
Want to fly with the most punctual carrier? Go with Bangkok Airways. 83.06% of its flights between Don Mueang International Airport and Koh Samui Airport touch down as planned.
On public transport, you can travel from central Bangkok to DMK in around 1 hour 5 minutes. The airport is roughly 27 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Don Mueang International Airport the day before your Bangkok to USM flight:
Don Mueang International Airport has an on-time performance of 66.48%. This figure reflects how frequently flights that leave from this airport arrive on schedule.
About Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Book a hotel near USM if you're catching a late flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and end the night sooner:
Pick up a Koh Samui Airport rental car and discover Koh Samui and beyond with your own wheels. Asap car hire, Hertz and Drive Car Hire are popular outlets you can book with here.
Booking your ride around four weeks ahead of your Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport flight can help you find the best deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport is ج.م. 3,423. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ج.م. 6,956. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Bangkok to USM if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Bangkok to Koh Samui Airport tickets across each month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
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Explore more of Thailand
Nakhon Si Thammarat is just one of the many places in Thailand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Koh Samui. Around 129 kilometres away to the south, its best attractions include Wat Phra Phrom, Wat Pho Sadet and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol.
Phuket is another must-experience destination in Thailand and is around 257 kilometres south-west of Koh Samui. No journey is complete without visiting V.MarineTour- Phi Phi Islands Day Trip - Private Boat Charters, Sunrise Beach and Paradise Beach.
