Flying from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
A direct flight from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport takes on average 55 minutes. Thailand's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Phuket.
Each week, there are 247 flights from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. To get going as early as possible, jump on the 08:00 Bangkok Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from HKT to USM is 19:55 with Bangkok Airways.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months such as July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Bangkok Airways runs direct flights from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Thailand — and maybe even more of Thailand if time allows.
If you want to have a stopover for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look at all your options. These are the top stopovers between HKT and USM:
Changi International Airport
Don Mueang International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
No need to bring your passport or a visa to fly within Thailand. You will need a valid proof of identity however, like a driver's license or ID card. Make sure they're on your packing list after booking your cheap ticket from HKT to USM.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
R 1,311 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. A return flight starts at R 2,659. These prices may change based on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from HKT to USM, reserve your trip 9 months before your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
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Use filters to tailor your flights from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Enter your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals.
Handy information about Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Phuket International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Phuket. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the travel time to be around 1 hour and 20 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel near HKT? If you've booked an early flight from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Thailand
Central Thailand is around 611 kilometres from Koh Samui Airport. Journey times by cab or car rental will vary depending on traffic conditions and time of day, so do some research ahead of time.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Thailand. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
Before locking in your flight from Phuket International Airport to Koh Samui Airport, consider the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Thailand, with temperatures ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from HKT to USM in December if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 16ºC and 32ºC on average.
More about Thailand
You've got your flight from HKT to USM worked out, now all you need to do is secure your hotel in Thailand. Put your bags down at Phutawan Resort and use it as your base to discover this city.
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. Wat Pu Muang, Wat Ma Muang Ched Ton and Wat Tha Luang are top sights which should feature on any well-planned Thailand itinerary.
Complete your Koh Samui trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Koh Samui Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Koh Samui.
