Flying from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL): what you need to know
The timezone in New Delhi is UTC+5:30, which is one hour 30 minutes behind Koh Samui.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your USM to DEL flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
How to find the cheapest flights from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
At the moment, £163 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Koh Samui Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £322. Remember that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from USM to DEL, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Koh Samui Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from USM to DEL by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Koh Samui Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport.
Handy information about Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Of the departures from Koh Samui Airport, 69.38% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Koh Samui Airport is roughly 2 miles from central Koh Samui. To help work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful traveller tool will show you the best route and public transport alternatives.
Get your trip off to a hassle-free start by staying near USM. Whether you've booked an early flight from Koh Samui Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
If you're arriving on a late Koh Samui Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these accommodation options near DEL:
Grab an Indira Gandhi International Airport rental car and discover New Delhi and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Avis and North Car Hire are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Indira Gandhi International Airport about four weeks before travelling.
Getting from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to central New Delhi
Indira Gandhi International Airport to the centre of New Delhi has a drive time of around 25 minutes. It's approximately 7 miles away.
Travelling by public transport will take you roughly 55 minutes.
When to fly to Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
July is the busiest month for flights from Koh Samui Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to New Delhi in April.
When reserving your flight from Koh Samui Airport to Indira Gandhi International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. May is the warmest month in New Delhi, with temperatures ranging from 26ºC (79ºF) to 43ºC (109ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from USM to DEL in January. Temperatures average between 8ºC (46ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) then.
Explore more of India
You've done New Delhi, now it's time to explore other corners of India. Travel around 2 miles west to Delhi to check off its top attractions. From Naqqar Khana to Sita ram park and JU Park-2, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Kanpur is another favourite destination in India and is around 240 miles south-east of New Delhi. No trip is complete without a visit to Allen Forest Zoo, J K Temple and Kanpur Memorial Church.
