Flying from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Bangkok: what you need to know
Around 1 hour 11 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok.
Bangkok and Thailand (where Koh Samui Airport is located) share the UTC+7 timezone. That means you won't need to change your watch once you land.
Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is the most traveled route, with 378 weekly flights to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from USM to BKK is with Bangkok Airways at 21:30. Opt for the first departure with Bangkok Airways at 07:00 if you want to get on your way earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from USM to Bangkok, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can catch a direct flight from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok that arrives at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).
Book your seat with Bangkok Airways. This well-known carrier offers direct flights from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok.
You don't need a visa or passport to travel within Thailand. You will need a valid form of identification though, like an ID card or driver's licence. Add them to your packing checklist once you've booked cheap tickets from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok.
Searching for a handy hotel near USM? If you've booked an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Bangkok
£54 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £102. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To secure cheap tickets from USM to Bangkok, book your trip 3 months ahead of the departure date.
Schedule your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for tickets from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Create a Price Alert for cheap tickets from USM to Bangkok. There's no need to check back in every day to see whether prices have fallen. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Airports in Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to central Bangkok is around 35 minutes by car. It's approximately 20 miles away.
It'll take around 1 hour and 6 minutes to get there using public transport.
Book a hotel close to BKK if you have a late flight from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
After your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 30 minutes by car. Central Bangkok is approximately 17 miles from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK).
You can also travel using public transport, which will take about 1 hour and 5 minutes.
You'll find some great places to call home for the night near DMK. Settle in and get cosy after your flight from USM to Bangkok at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Bangkok
July is the busiest month for flights from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok. To escape the crowds, travel to Bangkok in April when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Bangkok is April, with the temperature ranging between 26ºC and 37ºC. Lock in your flights from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December sees average temperatures of between 19ºC and 33ºC. Search for cheap flights from USM to Bangkok around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Bangkok
Start your Bangkok trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Bangkok, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Grand Palace and Wat Arun are a couple of leading attractions to add to your Bangkok itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Wat Phra Kaew.
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