Flying from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport (USM): what you need to know
Planning your flight from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport (USM) begins with finding the right airport to start your holiday. Vancouver International Airport (YVR), Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH) and Abbotsford Airport (YXX) are the main departure points in Vancouver.
Koh Samui Airport is located in Chaweng Beach. The city operates in the UTC+7 timezone and is 14 hours ahead of Vancouver.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Vancouver to USM. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 33 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 14 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Booked an early flight from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these hotels close to Vancouver International Airport:
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base (CXH)
CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 16 minutes.
You're going on holiday, so why not enjoy another night away? Consider kicking back in one of these hotels near Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base the day before your flight from Vancouver to USM:
About Koh Samui Airport (USM)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near USM instead:
Getting from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to central Chaweng Beach
Koh Samui Airport is roughly 3 kilometres from central Chaweng Beach. How long it'll take to get to the centre by cab or car rental depends on the time of day. Do a little research beforehand.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport from Rs127,909 or travel return from just Rs279,546. Prices are accurate at the time of listing and may change based on availability when you book.
To score cheap tickets from Vancouver to USM, book early. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport (USM)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport. August is the busiest month for a trip to Chaweng Beach. If you want a quieter vibe, go in February.
More about Chaweng Beach
Start your Chaweng Beach trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Vancouver to Koh Samui Airport, explore our selection of accommodation options including:
