Travelling from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KUL to USM flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.
During popular months like August, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Koh Samui Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between KUL and USM:
Phuket International Airport
Changi International Airport
Suvarnabhumi Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight is $236. A round-trip ticket right now is $392. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To score cheap tickets from KUL to USM, book as early as you can. Airlines usually offer lower prices when flights are first made available.
Getting cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Koh Samui Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across each month and score a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KUL to USM by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)
58.65% of flights taking off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
Kuala Lumpur International Airport is about 64 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 1 hour 5 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip when using public transport will take about 4 hours 30 minutes.
Get your travels off to a stress-free start by staying near KUL. Whether you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Koh Samui Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Reserve a hotel near USM if you're catching a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Koh Samui Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Koh Samui Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from asap car hire, Hertz or Drive Car Hire and discover more of Koh Samui and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Koh Samui Airport around four weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Koh Samui
Koh Samui Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Koh Samui. The time it takes to get there in a ride-share or cab depends on the time of day, so do some research before you go.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The quietest month for a flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Koh Samui Airport is February, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Koh Samui based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Explore more of Thailand
Koh Samui is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Thailand just waiting to be explored. About 467 kilometres north of Koh Samui, a visit to Bangkok will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Grand Palace, Wat Arun and Wat Phra Kaew.
If there's time to check out another major stop in Thailand, head for Chon Buri, about 434 kilometres north of Koh Samui. Wat Ton Son, Forest and Phra Phutthasihing Hall are key reasons to visit.