Travelling from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
A direct flight from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport takes 1 hour 7 minutes (on average). Thailand's timezone is UTC+7 — the same as Rayong.
Flights from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport start at 11:10 — the first with Bangkok Airways. The last flight of the day is the 17:20 service with Bangkok Airways. In total, you can take your pick of 20 services every week from UTP to USM.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like August and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Visiting Thailand (and seeing more of Thailand!) is easy with Bangkok Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport.
Once you've found cheap ticket from UTP to USM, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't necessary as you're travelling within Thailand. As long as you have some other identity document, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from Utapao Airport (UTP) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport is Rs14,579. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs32,629. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To score cheap flights from UTP to USM, reserve your trip 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
The cheapest month for tickets from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Utapao Airport (UTP)
Central Rayong to Utapao Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 54 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to UTP:
Arriving at Koh Samui Airport (USM)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near USM:
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Thailand
Koh Samui Airport to central Thailand is about 611 kilometres. If you're taking a cab or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times vary based on traffic and the time of day.
When to fly to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport. August is the most popular month to visit Thailand. If you like a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Utapao Airport to Koh Samui Airport, think about the type of weather you like. April is the warmest month in Thailand, with the temperature ranging from 24ºC to 41ºC.
December has average temperatures of between 16ºC and 32ºC. Search for cheap flights from UTP to USM sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Thailand
Book your flight from UTP to USM and then search for that perfect hotel to lay your head. Phutawan Resort is a top choice in Thailand.
Wat Pu Muang and Wat Ma Muang Ched Ton are just a couple of the popular attractions to put on your Thailand to-do list. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Wat Tha Luang.
Complete your Koh Samui trip with hotels and a car rental
You've booked a cheap ticket to Koh Samui Airport — next up is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Koh Samui.