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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $357. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Samui International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Phuket to Samui International flights are currently cheapest in September.

Direct flights from Phuket to Samui International

Phuket to Samui International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Phuket to Koh Samui below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Samui International.

Phuket to Koh Samui: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$226
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time55 mins
Most popular airlineBangkok Airways
Average flights per week320

Finding cheap flights from Phuket to Samui International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Phuket to Samui International is $226. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
55 minutes is the average flight time from Phuket to Samui International.
Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways and Qatar Airways fly direct from Phuket to Samui International.
As of June 2026, there are 320 flights per week flying from Phuket to Samui International.
The cheapest month to fly from Phuket to Samui International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport on Friday, 4 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 55 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Samui International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Koh Samui is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Currently, Bangkok Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Samui International.

Travelling from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Samui International Airport (USM): what you need to know

  • Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport.

  • Phuket and Koh Samui are both in the UTC+7 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.

  • Choose from 59 weekly Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport flights. The 09:35 departure with Bangkok Airways is the earliest available. Bangkok Airways operates the last service of the day at 19:55.

  • Give yourself enough time to make your HKT to USM flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.

  • Bangkok Airways is your gateway to discovering Koh Samui (and perhaps some other great parts of Thailand!). Browse the direct flights from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport offered by this carrier.

  • The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Bangkok Airways.

  • Bangkok Airways leads the way as the most punctual carrier for HKT to USM flights, with 84.96% of its services arriving as scheduled.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps see a new city along the way. Here are some options between HKT and USM:

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport

    • Singapore Changi Airport

    • Don Mueang Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Phuket Airport (HKT) to Samui International Airport (USM)

  • $98 is the lowest price for a one-way Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport flight. Return flights start at $226. These fares can change depending on availability.

  • To get your hands on cheap tickets from HKT to USM, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first released.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport. If you're flexible on when you fly, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from HKT to USM by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport.

Handy information about Phuket Airport (HKT)

  • 73% of flights that leave from Phuket Airport reach their destination on time.

  • To get to Phuket Airport from central Phuket, it takes about 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 20 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near HKT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at Samui International Airport (USM)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near USM instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up a Samui International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from asap car rental, Hertz or Drive Car Rental and explore beyond Koh Samui's main sights.

  • For the best deal, reserve your ride from Samui International Airport about four weeks ahead.

When to fly to Samui International Airport (USM)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport is May, while December is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Koh Samui based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • The warmest month in Koh Samui is May, with the temperature ranging between 25ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your flights from Phuket Airport to Samui International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • January has average temperatures of between 23ºC and 28ºC. Search for cheap tickets from HKT to USM sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of Thailand

  • Koh Samui has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Thailand waiting to be discovered. Around 467 kilometres north of Koh Samui, a trip to Bangkok will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew and Songkran Festival Silom.

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