Cheap flights to Koh Samui

Koh Samui is an island in the Gulf of Thailand. There are flights to this island from many Malaysian airports. Flights to Koh Samui Airport from Kuala Lumpur International Airport take approximately around 3h 30min. But the stopover time can make the entire duration longer. If you opt for flights to Koh Samui, Thailand, which are on the higher side, there will be a minimum stopover time compared to cheap deals to Koh Samui. Currently, there are a few other airports in Malaysia that service flights with more than one stopover. From Penang International Airport to Koi Samui, the flying time is 24h if you opt for cheap flights to Koh Samui including the change-over time in stopover airports.

Unfortunately, non-stop flights from Malaysia to Koh Samui are not currently available. Depending on the Malaysian city you are starting from, there may be one or two stops before reaching Koh Samui. Malaysian Airlines, Bangkok Airways, ANA, AirAsia, and Ethiopian Airlines, Silk Air, Singapore Airlines, Thai Lion Air, and Xiamen Air work with each other to provide services with one stop. If you are looking for a combination of quick flights with affordable rates then no single airline is currently offering one. Malaysian Airlines and Bangkok Airways have Koh Samui flight deals with one stop that are quick and affordable.

There are multiple ways to transfer from Koh Samui Airport, Koh Samui, to the city centre, including private car taxi, minivan taxi, shared minivan, car hire, and bus. Getting your hotel to arrange a shuttle for you is the most comfortable way to transfer to your destination. Sharing a minivan means waiting for a total of six passengers to board the van before it departs from the airport. Public buses, on the one hand, leave every hour for the city centre between 7:30 to 21:30.

Being an island, Koh Samui is known for its pristine beaches lined with restaurants, shops, and bars side by side. Chaweng Beach is a must-see place to visit, to experience the high-end tropical nightlife. One of the famous establishments in Chaweng is Ladyboy Cabaret, which caters to audiences with an open-minded approach to sexuality as you will be surrounded by Thailand's katoeys or members of the LGBT community. If you are in the mood for a rustic yet trendy atmosphere, you can head to Bophut's Fisherman’s Village to shop and dine. A trip to Koh Samui is never the same without experiencing its rich flora and fauna. Angthong National Marine Park will capture your breath with its collection of exotic wildfires and sea creatures nestled in between limestone mountains, white-sand beaches, and waterfalls. Koh Tao (which means "Turtle Island") is Thailand’s surfing destination. Swim or dive in the crystal-clear water along its mile-stretched white sand beach along with sea creatures such as turtles. Finally, you need to experience Thailand’s rich cultural heritage. You can also check Koh Samui’s landmark - Big Buddha - showcasing a 12-meter high Golden Buddha surrounded by smaller ornate Buddhas. A few kilometres away from Golden Buddha is Wat Plai Laem. The latter is a Buddhist temple that features an 18-armed image of Guanyin, Goddess of Mercy and Compassion.

There is no need for a visa to enter Thailand if a Malaysian has a valid passport with at least six months left from the date of entry into the country. This eligibility is only for a stay within 30 days.

Ko Samui Airport is USM. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

Travellers will need to book flights to Ko Samui (USM) if they wish to fly to Koh Samui. The Koh Samui airport is 3.3 km from the city centre.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Koh Samui on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Scoot is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Koh Samui.

Ko Samui Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Koh Samui. One-way flights to Ko Samui Airport typically cost RM 350, while return flights cost around RM 1,112.

For those looking to save time traveling to Koh Samui, Kuala Lumpur offers the quickest one-way flight (5 hours 0 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Ko Samui Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Ko Samui Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Diamond Pool Villa Samui is the closest property to Ko Samui Airport (0.0 km away from Ko Samui Airport).